The Quiet You Carry (Paperback)

A powerful, award-winning debut for fans of Amber Smith’s The Way I Used To Be.

Victoria Parker knew her dad’s behavior toward her was a little unusual, but she convinced herself everything was fine—until she found herself locked out of the house at 3:00 a.m., surrounded by flashing police lights. Now, dumped into a crowded, chaotic foster home, Victoria has to tiptoe around her domineering foster mother, get through senior year at a new school, and somehow salvage her college dreams . . . all while keeping her past hidden. But some secrets won’t stay buried—especially when unwanted memories make Victoria freeze up at random moments and nightmares disrupt her sleep. Even worse, she can’t stop worrying about her stepsister Sarah, left behind with her father. All she wants is to move forward, but how do you focus on the future when the past won’t leave you alone? Click Here to Read Preview. 

2020 IPPY Award Silver Medalist (Young Adult Fiction)

2020 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards – Gold Medalist (Young Adult Fiction – Mature Issues)

Foreword Reviews

“A thought-provoking story about abuse and the importance of speaking out.”

School Library Journal

“A raw, unflinching work of fiction that delves into the world of foster care.” 

Kirkus Reviews

“This hard-to-put-down novel takes on grim topics unflinchingly but also gives readers hope that honesty and kindness will prevail.”