Judy Laik is the coauthor of Around the Circle Gently, a children's story, The Mysterious Delaneys; and adult historical fiction (written as Judith Laik): The Lady in Question, The Lady Is Mine, Knight with a Violin, Lord Satan, and short stories Sentimental Journey and My Funny Valentine. She makes occasional school appearances to discuss writing.
Jamie goes home with some friends to work on a school project. Her friends decide to sample some of their parents#&8217; liquor cabinet, and they want Jamie to join them. Should she? Kids get to determine Jamie#&8217;s actions in this story that will allow them to explore the themes of responsibility and temperance.
