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My daughter is my hero.
Why?
Because when we sat in a room with a police detective years ago, and he said to her, “It is your job to tell others—your real everyday friends that you go to school with—tell them what happened to you, so nothing like this can happen to them.” ... she agreed.
“Inspired by her own daughter's terrifying story, Kelly has painted a realistic picture of how a smart girl can get caught up in something dangerous online. … guaranteed to give readers goosebumps—particularly as events heat up toward the end. … A good choice for families to read together.” – School Library Journal
“Thea’s
mistakes, while frustrating to encounter, are frighteningly plausible, and the
relationships among characters are well–fleshed out, especially between mother
and daughter. Kelly’s first novel is a suspenseful page-turner with multiple
suspects, a little bit of romance, and a strong but not overbearing message.” –
Kirkus Reviews
Margo Kelly’s Debut, Who R U Really?, was Ripped from a Real Life Event
After her daughter narrowly survived a man she met in an online role-playing game, Kelly wrote a breathless young adult thriller with the hopes of helping others spot and unmask internet predators.
Who R U Really? - published by Merit Press (F+W Media) - is currently available from all major booksellers and many public libraries.
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Who R U Really? - published by Merit Press (F+W Media) - is currently available from all major booksellers and many public libraries.
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Your daughter sounds like an amazing young woman! I love the premise and am saddened that anything this scary happened to your family.
ReplyDeleteIf ever you want me to do a book buzz post, I'd be happy to help. Wonderful story, Margo.
How terrifying. So brave of your daughter to let others hear what happened.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, Margo! YES! Your daughter is a hero.
ReplyDeleteMargo, the book sounds like a must-read. I'm happy she made the choice to share her story. So many times we let shame dictate what we do when bad things happen to us. Thanks so much for taking part, Margo!
ReplyDeleteWay cool post!!! What an amazing daughter. And Mom too.
ReplyDeleteShe is most certainly a hero!!! And you are too Mom. Years ago, when I was working in social work, there was a young child who was abused by a neighbor and the parents refused to address it- like there was some shame. By sticking their heads in the sand, I believe they transferred the blame from the perp to the victim. Still makes me sad to this day.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool. I'm glad you and your daughter were able to take a terrifying experience and make it into something that would benefit others. It's a scary world we live in.
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Wow, that's brave of your daughter to allow you to write her story. I'm going to have to read the book now.
ReplyDeleteIt's based on what your daughter went through? How creepy. What is wrong with people? Hope her willingness to share, and your book, raises awareness and saves some lives.
ReplyDeleteA story that needed to be told. Yes, anyone can be duped by predators.
ReplyDeleteYes, your daughter is a true, real-life heroine! And you too mom.
ReplyDeleteWhat a brave and selfless decision - to share personal choices, conversations, and thoughts in order to help others. That is true heroism!
Thank you for participating in the Hero Blogfest!
Margo, your daughter sounds like a very special person.
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