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American Girl

A Novel

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American Girl

By: Wendy Walker
Narrated by: Paige Layle, Carson Beck, Josh Hurley, Alexander Cendese, Carly Robins, Hillary Huber, Molly Secours
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A pulse-pounding novel about a small-town business owner found dead and the teenage girl caught in the crosshairs, American Girl is the latest thriller from international best-selling author Wendy Walker.

Charlie Hudson, an autistic 17-year-old, is determined to leave Sawyer, PA, as soon as she graduates high school - in the meantime, she works as many hours as she can at a sandwich shop called The Triple S to save money for college. But when shop owner Clay Cooper - a man who is both respected and feared by many in this economically depressed community - is found dead, each member of his staff becomes a suspect in the perplexing case. Charlie must work to protect herself and her friends and uncover the danger that may still be at large in their tightknit community.

Best-selling author Wendy Walker returns with another riveting thriller, told through the eyes of an unforgettable protagonist.

Please note: This audio contains strong language, distressing situations, and descriptions of violence that some listeners may find upsetting. Discretion is advised.

Wendy Walker recently curated a “Chapter and Verse” playlist for Pandora. Visit it here.

©2021 Wendy Walker (P)2021 Audible Originals, LLC.

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Wendy Walker on American Girl

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About the Creator

Wendy Walker is the bestselling author of All is Not Forgotten, Emma In the Night, The Night Before, Don’t Look for Me, and the Audible Originals Hold Your Breath and American Girl, with rights sold in twenty-three foreign languages as well as options in film and television.
Wendy Walker recently curated a “Chapter and Verse” playlist for Pandora. Visit it here.

About the Performer

Paige Layle is a 21 year old actor born and raised in a small town in southern Ontario, Canada (she/they). They have been acting for 15 years, taking part in local plays, musical theatre productions and professional commercials all throughout her life—with favourite roles including Timon in The Lion King, Sarah from Company and now, Charlie from American Girl! Aside from acting, Layle also runs her own business being a lash and eyebrow technician, and has a large social media presence educating others about autism, Layle being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at 15. Layle has massed 3 million followers across social media platforms with her engaging and entertaining ways of portraying how autism affects her life. She captures others with her honest and raw portrayal of autism, while also being educational, factual and helpful to the 3 million people interested in learning more about autism and issues surrounding ableism.
Layle is thankful that American Girl features an actually autistic actor portraying an autistic character, as they believe accurate autism portrayal in the media is important for autistic people everywhere, and for the general public to understand what autism can really look like.
As an avid routine-lover, Layle enjoys journaling and scheduling in their spare time. She also likes training and spending personal time with her 2 year old service dog, a German Shepherd named Macey.

Wendy Walker: My Story

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American Girl author Wendy Walker and host Michelle Collins

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Engaging Mystery • Authentic Protagonist • Exceptional Narration • Compelling Twists • Unique Perspective

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Ok story beginning was a bit weird but as the story went along I could figure out what it was about.

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Spent the whole book trying to guess who did it. Never suspected that ending!! Great

So enjoyable!

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I didn’t know what to expect when I began listening to AMERICAN GIRL. It was immediately obvious that the author has created an interesting, intelligent, appealing character who happened to on the autism spectrum. Walker did her research diligently and the result was Charly. Through Charly she plotted one of the most complicated evolution and then resolution of intersecting story lines. Bravo!

Very, Very Clever

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I really enjoyed this book. I wasn't expecting it to be a good story. The pace was great. I didn't feel like I needed to rush to get through the book. It wasn't a predictable storyline.

surprisingly good

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Wonderful engaging tale with a great sense of how autistic people can function and problem solve with a nice touch on how women are subject to forces we guys don’t really appreciate

Well crafted!

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