Dave GioiaThe author of "A Girl with a Bad Reputation" specializes in character-driven stories that explore the complexities of life and relationships. While his novels feature characters of all ages, he finds young characters to be particularly fertile groundcreatively, as they navigate the challenges of young adulthood. These stories allow readers to witness the characters' quest for understanding, as they question the unexpected events that shape their lives and the lives of others.Having grown up an "Army brat," moving every two or three years with his family as his father's assignments changed, the author developed a knack for quickly making new friends. This upbringing instilled in him a deep curiosity about human nature and a genuine interest in people from various societies and cultures. Through his extensive travels, he has met countless individuals whose stories, along with his own life experiences, inspire the narratives in his novels. The author hopes that readers will enjoy his books as much as he enjoyed writing them and encourages them to review and recommend his work. For more information, please visit DaveGioia.com. Read More Read Less