Books like Shadows of Guilt by Anne E. Schraff
Set in a high school, the story follows Maya Archer as she witnesses a chaotic shooting at a popular teen hangout. Students are forced to grapple with guilt and revenge amid the fallout from a drunk‑driving incident that threatens the safety of friends, families, and the entire school community.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Anne E. Schraff
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