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  • Series: Lorimer SideStreets
  • Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
  • Publication Date: 1 July 2006
  • Copyright Year: 2006
  • ISBN: 9781550289121
  • Page Count: 168
  • Dimensions: 4.25" x 7"
  • Interest ages: 14-18
  • Reading level: Grade 4

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All In

by Monique Polak

Todd Lerner's never been much of a student, but he's got plenty of street smarts and he's a mean poker player. If Todd wants to date the girl of his dreams, he'll need cash and plenty of it. Soon, a weekly poker game turns into a costly and dangerous obsession, and Todd's luck begins to change.

Todd Lerner's never been much of a student, but he's got plenty of street smarts and he's a mean poker player. Todd's always had a thing for Claire, the most beautiful girl in grade eleven -- but Claire likes nice things. If Todd wants to date her, he'll need cash and plenty of it. Soon, a weekly poker game turns into a costly and dangerous obsession, and Todd's luck begins to change. Inspired by true events, All In journeys into the high-stakes worlds of gambling, addiction, and fraud.

About the Author

Monique Polak

MONIQUE POLAK is a regular contributor to The Montreal Gazette and has been published in many other major publications such as the Globe and Mail, The National Post, and Newsday. She lives in Montreal with her husband and daughter, where she also teaches writing and English Literature.

Reviews

"Polak's attempt at tackling a topic which has received limited attention in YA novels is commendable. Her work prompts adults working with teens to realize that gambling addiction is not a social problem with which only adults and seniors wrestle."
Carol-Ann Hoyte, Canadian Bookseller

Awards

Arthur Ellis Award for Best Juvenile Crime Book
2007
Best Books for Kids & Teens - Canadian Children's Book Centre
2008

Subjects (BISAC)

JUVENILE FICTION / Law & Crime, JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Dating & Relationships, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / General (see also headings under Family)

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