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Book Information

  • Series: Lorimer SideStreets
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 21 September 2015
  • Copyright Year: 2015
  • ISBN: 9781459409835
  • Page Count: 192
  • Dimensions: 4.25" x 7"
  • Interest ages: 14-18
  • Reading level: Grade 2

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One Night

by Melanie Florence

All it takes is one night for everything to change.

Luna Begay is as studious and serious about her Aboriginal heritage as her sister, Issy, is outgoing and fun. When Issy convinces Luna to go with her to a party full of rich kids, Luna is surprised to end up talking with Jon, who is charming, sophisticated, and very good-looking. But the night turns bad when Jon drugs and rapes Luna.

Feeling guilty and ashamed that she will be perceived as an "Indian slut," Luna doesn't tell anyone and remains in denial until Issy figures out that Luna is pregnant. Knowing that her decisions will affect her parents and Issy as much as her own future, Luna has to work out how to deal with the consequences of that one night, and she has to do it fast.

About the Author

Melanie Florence

MELANIE FLORENCE is a full-time writer currently based in Toronto. She is the author of several books for children and teens, including Righting Canada's Wrongs: Residential Schools and Jordin Tootoo: The Highs and Lows in the Journey of the First Inuk to Play in the NHL, which was chosen as an Honor Book by the American Indian Library Association. As a freelance journalist, Melanie's byline has appeared in many magazines, including Dance International and Parents Canada. Melanie is of Plains Cree and Scottish descent.

Reviews

"A hi-lo title that reads like a Lifetime made-for-TV movie. An adequate choice for struggling readers."
Tamara Saarinen,, School Library Journal
"...well-meaning addition to a genre in need of strong books."
Kirkus Reviews
"Melanie Florence's young adult novel One Night is a powerful read for all readers. Written for reluctant readers it will be read by readers at all levels... The author explores many issues — sexual abuse, bullying, teenage pregnancy, adoption, and rape. Melanie Florence's well-written and compassionate novel does not disappoint."
Keep Calm and Novel On,, Educator and NetGalley Reviewer

Awards

Best Books for Kids & Teens -- Canadian Children's Book Centre
2016

Subjects (BISAC)

JUVENILE FICTION / Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Bullying, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Dating & Relationships, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Prejudice & Racism, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Sexual Abuse

Subjects

Author Identity, Author Identity: Indigenous Authors, Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Fiction: Indigenous, Juvenile Fiction: Sex

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