Description: "A story about choice, and the overwhelming feeling that happens when a teen is faced with making major life choices alone. This novel is a hard-hitting portrayal of a reality faced by many teens in families touched by the epidemic of opioid addiction. Outta Here is the story of a lively and imaginative small-town teen living with a mom whose pain medication has led to addiction, leaving little money for basics -- like food"--
Brief description: Lea Beddia is an author, storyteller, and educator. Born and raised in Montreal, she now teaches school in Joliette, Quebec, where she lives with her husband and three children.
Review Quotes:
"Élise is a powerhouse of a character who refuses to compromise, even when all odds are stacked against her. . . . A heartbreaking testament to saving oneself."--Kirkus Reviews
-- (10/15/2023 12:00:00 AM)