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In the heart of a Portland shopping mall, a sudden, deadly shooting forces a diverse group of teenagers to take refuge behind a store’s security shutter. Seventeen‑year‑old Miranda finds herself thrust into an unexpected leadership role as the others look to her for direction. She is quietly hiding a secret, and she discovers that the group is not alone in the chaos. With the threat of gunfire looming, the teens face a brutal triad of choices: run, hide, or fight back. Each decision carries grave consequences, transforming a simple escape into a desperate struggle for survival.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: April Henry
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