In "One Shot" by Susan Glick, the story unfolds around Sam, a talented photographer grappling with the sudden loss of her sister. As she navigates her grief, she is drawn into a world of secrets and unexpected connections. A mysterious photograph leads her to uncover truths about her family's past, forcing her to confront not only the memories of her sister but also her own fears and aspirations. Through striking imagery and emotional depth, Sam learns that sometimes, a single moment captured can change everything, leading her to a new sense of purpose and healing in her life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children at US 7th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.

This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2003 by Henry Holt & Company .

Author Susan Glick lives in Maryland, where she teaches high school English. The travel bug keeps her exploring historical sites, kayaking in salt marshes and shallow bays, and hiking in the woods. Illustrator Kelli Nash was raised on the banks of Rock Creek, Maryland, where she grew to love nature and creatures of the wild. Her artistic style ranges from children's watercolor illustrations and graphic design to fine art.