<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Award-winning, realistic, coming-of-age YA fiction about growing up fast in Small Town, USA. "5/5 Stars, Most highly recommended." -Readers' Favorite *WINNER* Literary Titan Gold Award, December 2020<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>After tragedy strikes, Eric Daniels, age 15, must start over in a small town, where rumors fly and trouble follows. Though shy at heart, Eric meets neighborhood kids, builds his reputation, and excels at his first job. Then as soon as he lands his first kiss, he is betrayed and attacked by a jealous friend. Like most teens, Eric wants happiness, love and independence. He finds everything he ever wanted on Greenfield Street, but how long can it last?</p><p><br></p><p>TO THE TOP OF GREENFIELD STREET</em> is an honest unveiling of the teenage spirit, a sensational coming-of-age tryst, and an uplifting example of starting over. Standley writes with an irresistible blend of action, humor, disgust and nostalgia. Set in the sleepy town of Freeport, IL, in 1993, the novel speaks to the teenagers in the midst of their heartaches, and to the adults who will never forget theirs.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"Loved it! Compelling and heartwarming, To the Top of Greenfield Street is an excellent portrayal of the myriad layers of midwest American life."</p><ul><li>Mary Lanni for<em> Reedsy</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>"Its beautifully evocative story will keep all ages engaged to the end."</p><ul><li>D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>"To the Top of Greenfield Street is the best coming-of-age novel I've read this year, and I'm looking forward to future works by this author. It's most highly recommended."</p><ul><li>Jack Magnus for <em>Readers' Favorite </em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>"Well-drawn characters, and tight chapters propel this coming of age story. Highly recommended... At its heart, this book is about home --losing a home, creating a new one, and learning to become more at home in one's self. A great debut!"</p><ul><li>Todd Mitchel, bestselling author of <em>The Traitor King</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>"Swift narrative, deeply realized characterization, and tight plotting make this coming of age story irresistible."</p><ul><li><em>The Prairies Book Review</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>"Tapping into the rich and sometimes painful vein of childhood nostalgia, To the Top of Greenfield Street by Ryan Standley is a deep dive into the teenage psyche."</p><ul><li><em>SPR Editorial Review</em></li></ul><br>