Books like Hold Fast by Blue Balliett
In Blue Balliett’s Hold Fast, a Chicago teenager named Early faces the mystery of her father's disappearance. As she digs into rumors of kidnapping and smuggling, she discovers unexpected clues that challenge her family’s secrets.
The novel explores the complexities of father-daughter relationships, the impact of homelessness, and the resilience required to confront hidden crime. Background events unfold in the streets of Chicago, offering a vivid setting for a tight, young‑adult mystery.
Throughout the story, Early learns that uncovering the truth about her father's fate may also reveal deeper family dynamics and her own growing independence.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Blue Balliett
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