The Candy Darlings
Christine Walde
Paperback
(Graphia, Sept. 4, 2006)
The candy became an obsession between two outcasts—one whoonly wanted to fit in, the other who knew she never would.Urban legends, rumors, lies, myths, mysteries, fairy tales. Stories,in all their magical forms, bound them together."Satin Chocolate–Covered–Chicken Bones," "Astro Pop," "FunDip," "Thrills." The candy stories—outrageous, twisted, hysterical—were an escape from a harsh reality and revealed a startling truth.Darkly lyrical, sensual, suspenseful, and disturbing, The CandyDarlings is a celebration of friendship, story, and the power of eachto help you define yourself—or simply survive.