Emma on Fire

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In his latest, James Patterson explores power, vulnerability and grief through the eyes of a headstrong young student who fights for a brighter future. Sick of being the perfect st udent, Emma does the unimaginable in order to take matters into her own hands. An urgent, emotional thriller: "Dramatic...explores the power of grief...that through loss there can be hope for the future" (Library Journal). Everyone at Ridgemont Academy knows what to expect from Emma Caroline Blake. Perfect grades. Perfect record. Perfect life. Then she stands up in class and commits an act so shocking her reputation will never recover. And that’s exactly what Emma wants. In a world where the path forward is uncertain, expectation is the enemy. Emma on Fire is the unforgettable story of one brave young woman—and her decision to live life as if everyone’s future depends on it. Because it does. Show more