num_pages: 304
description: Dillon is living with the painful memories of his brother's suicide -- and the role he played in it. To keep his mind and body occupied, he trains intensely for the Ironman Triathalon. But outside of practice, his life seems to be falling apart. Then Dillon finds a confidante in Jennifer, a star high school basketball player who's hiding her own set of destructive secrets. Together they must find the courage to confront their demons -- before its too late. This ALA Best Book for Young Adults is now available with a stunning new look. Two star athletes find the courage to confront painful memories in this gritty, realistic tale of friendship and healing.
language: English
title: Chinese Handcuffs
titlecomplete: Chinese Handcuffs
genres: Banned Books, Coming Of Age, Teen, Young Adult, School, Sports, Contemporary, Death, Fiction, Realistic Fiction
ratings_count: 1710
awards: awardedAt: 946713600000
name: Margaret A. Edwards Award
publisher: Greenwillow Books