Paint Me a MonsterSeries: Scarlet Voyage Single Titles 2014By Janie Baskin DetailsDetails ReviewsReviews Rinnie Gardener’s life looks like a perfect painting from the outside—a loving family and a beautiful house. But when the paint is stripped away, this dream dissolves to dust. Her parents divorce. Her father treats her like a stranger. Her mother, looming like a black cloud, treats her worse. Painful words become painful bruises. Rinnie’s own body becomes a source of self-punishment. As her life seemingly falls apart, Rinnie struggles to find the courage to pick up the pieces. In a brilliantly unique style and voice, Rinnie tells her story—a search for identity, love, and healing. She must look in the darkest places to repaint the canvas of her life. She must face the monster.Publication Date: 01/01/2014Copyright: 2014Pages: 250Trim Size: 5 1/4 x 8Illustrations: Not IllustratedGrade Level: 6–upAge Level: 11–upLC Number: 2012051040Lexile: 650ATOS Reading Level: 4.3Dewey: FicFormatsFormatISBNList PriceDiscount PriceHardcover Trade978-1-62324-018-9$19.95$14.96Multi-User eBook978-1-62324-022-6$19.95$14.96 "This book is a tremendous coming-of-age story...The book is written in very short chapters that illustrate particular incidents in Rinny's life; it makes for a quick and compelling read. Baskin has a unique voice."Library Media Connection, August/September 2014"…a deep and thoughtful story. The use of first person narrative is very effective."Southwest Ohio and Neighboring Libraries, May 12, 2014"Baskin takes readers through a tug of war of emotion, punctuated by short, lyrical chapters that include poems, letters, and lists. Teens will follow the protagonist's tumultuous journey from innocent little girl to heartbroken teen and eventually a brave young adult. By helping others, Rinnie discovers a kindness only she knows how to give."School Library Journal, February 2014See all reviews Loading… Other books in Scarlet Voyage Single Titles 2014 12 Loading… Loading… Reviews"This book is a tremendous coming-of-age story...The book is written in very short chapters that illustrate particular incidents in Rinny's life; it makes for a quick and compelling read. Baskin has a unique voice."Library Media Connection, August/September 2014"…a deep and thoughtful story. The use of first person narrative is very effective."Southwest Ohio and Neighboring Libraries, May 12, 2014"Baskin takes readers through a tug of war of emotion, punctuated by short, lyrical chapters that include poems, letters, and lists. Teens will follow the protagonist's tumultuous journey from innocent little girl to heartbroken teen and eventually a brave young adult. By helping others, Rinnie discovers a kindness only she knows how to give."School Library Journal, February 2014"Readers will fall in love with Rinnie; Baskin has crafted a beautiful story about the complexities of family, self-respect and human connection."Kirkus Reviews, November 1, 2013 Hardcover Trade: 978-1-62324-018-9 List Price: $19.95 Discount Price: $14.96 + Add to wish list Multi-User eBook: 978-1-62324-022-6 List Price: $19.95 Discount Price: $14.96 + Add to wish list Please log in Log in or register to create a wish list. Login or Register Loading… -----OR----- Click to buy at Amazon.com or Barnes and Noble