Members of Eileen's tight-knit circle of friends have made a suicide pact. When her best friend's body is discovered, it's a race against time to find another missing teen and prevent another tragedy. Eileen finds an unexpected ally in Ron, one of a gang of bullies at school who always victimized Eileen's group of "losers." As Eileen and Ron frantically search, the reasons for the pact and its devastating consequences are revealed.
"Out of Time is well-written, suspenseful, with characters that are appealing, convincing, and complex. Recommended for teens who like books with depth."
"Reluctant readers will be attracted to the quick pace."
"The thriller elements will keep young people reading to the finish line."
"This very suspenseful book by Alberta-based Peter McPhee has captivating qualities, making readers crave the information that contributed to the deadly pact."