On the Game

by Monique Polak

Book Overview

There's nothing more exciting than being young and in love--especially when the object of your affection is an older guy who showers you with gifts and attention. But when Yolande's new boyfriend, Etienne, asks her to go on a date with another guy, it becomes clear that his love comes at a terrible price. Inspired by true events, On the Game follows one ordinary girl on an extraordinary journey into the dark world of teenage prostitution.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1550288768
• ISBN13: 9781550288766
• Release Date: June 2005
• Publisher: James Lorimer and Company Ltd., Publishers
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.5" x 7.1"
• Age Range: 14 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 9 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

quick, easy, 'teen shocker' read

This book is short, with easy vocab and an attractive subject matter. It's a good airplane book, or a book that you would read when you don't feel like something overly thought-provoking or difficult. This is a shocking though unrealistic portrait of a teenage prostitute. I would compare it to a Lifetime TV movie, something you might watch if you're looking for an easy plot line and uncomplicated thrills. Overall, I wouldn't buy it, but I would get it out of the library.