The Hanging Woods — Scott Loring Sanders

On the outside, Walter appears no different from his friends Mothball and Jimmy. Its the 1970s, his home life is chaotic and abusive, and he and his friends are a little wild and left to themselves too much. But Walter isnt like his friends. Though their games get more dangerous and their practical jokes escalate to the point of violence, Mothball and Jimmy know when to stop. But Walter doesntor cant. Until, finally, he is able to commit the ultimate act. At times dark yet always engrossing, The Hanging Woods introduces a bright new talent to the world of teen literature.