
about Through Quick and Quinn
Flashbacks. Guilt. Self-Loathing.
Quick is a teenager drowning in the aftermath of an unspeakable tragedy. Estranged from his dysfunctional parents and disconnected from his peers, he numbs his pain with endless distractions, struggling to survive each agonizing day.
Meditations. Crystals. Self-Awareness.
Quinn, a self-imposed outcast, seeks refuge in the spiritual world. After a heartbreaking loss, she immerses herself in energy healing, embracing nature’s solace and striving to move forward with positivity and gratitude.
Both uninterested in forming connections, Quick and Quinn are shocked to discover a bond that propels them on parallel journeys of self-discovery. As they grapple with the traumas that shattered their childhood innocence, they muster the courage to uncover the truths behind their circumstances. Delving into research and introspection, they unveil a cascade of questions about the world around them, navigating through a perceived web of lies. Their unexpected friendship ignites a desire for discourse, prompting them to challenge the status quo and invite others to do the same, despite the risks.
Quick and Quinn were bold enough to share their tale. Will you be brave enough to read it?
Just know this:
Their story challenges the narrative.
Their story exists in the uncomfortable.
Their story says all the quiet parts out loud.
Editorial Review ★★★★★
A masterfully crafted coming-of-age story that delicately weaves together themes of loss, healing, young love, and self-discovery. In “Through Quick and Quinn,” Erica Mimran Sherlock delivers a poignant dual narrative that follows two teenagers bound by parallel tragedies as they navigate their way through grief, identity, and purpose.
The story’s true brilliance lies in its authentic portrayal of adolescent voices without sacrificing depth or emotional resonance. Quick and Quinn are fully realized characters whose pain, growth, and connection feel genuinely earned rather than manufactured. Their relationship evolves organically from tentative friendship to deep understanding to first love, all while avoiding the typical tropes of young adult romance.
Sherlock demonstrates remarkable skill in her treatment of heavy themes like childhood death, parental addiction, and human trafficking without letting the darkness overwhelm the narrative. Instead, these elements serve as catalysts for the protagonists’ journey toward healing and self-actualization. The author’s deft handling of the characters’ shared interest in questioning accepted truths adds an intellectual dimension that elevates the story beyond typical teen fare.
The supporting cast is equally well-developed, particularly Mr. Erickson as the inspirational teacher and the parents whose own struggles and growth mirror those of their children. Through carefully crafted dialogue and intimate moments, Sherlock illustrates how trauma ripples through families and how healing often requires collective effort.
What truly sets this novel apart is its hopeful message about the power of authentic connection and the importance of facing difficult truths while maintaining compassion for oneself and others. The final act brings satisfying closure while avoiding overly neat resolutions, acknowledging that some wounds never fully heal but can lead to meaningful growth and purpose.
“Through Quick and Quinn” is a triumph of young adult literature that will resonate with readers of all ages who appreciate stories about the complexities of love, loss, and the courage to keep seeking truth even when it hurts.
About This Author
After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles, Erica Sherlock attended Vanderbilt University for her Master’s degree in Education. Once she began her career in the classroom, she quickly realized the need for further study in the realm of mental health. In order to better address the myriad concerns that impact a child’s ability to learn, she chose to earn a Master’s degree from the University of LaVerne in School Counseling as well. Over the course of her twenty-three years in both upper elementary and middle school, two unexpected but fundamental needs made their way to the core of the classroom: mindfulness and discourse. Erica witnessed firsthand the rampant growth of student anxiety from one school year to the next. It is quite difficult for adolescents to navigate the pressures of social media, let alone their world during these seemingly unstable times, and it has hence riddled this generation with worries and a loss of hope. She felt compelled to seek information regarding mindfulness practices and, in turn, developed a research-based daily curriculum in an effort to equip her students with healthy tools and life skills. Furthermore, Erica regarded critical thinking skills as a top priority and worked tirelessly to help her students develop and practice the imperative skills of inquiry, reasoning, and analysis. Somewhere along the line, many members of society lost the ability to have exchanges about difficult topics with people of differing opinions. Instead of sharing perspectives in order to reach an enlightened state of better understanding, people often now avoid the issues entirely, as well as the people with opposing views. In Erica’s classroom, the students tackled the hard things. They researched all angles, challenged personal confirmation biases, and learned to discuss taboo topics from multiple perspectives. To this day, Erica prays the students apply those skills as adults. Erica Sherlock relied upon decades of both personal and vicarious experiences as she crafted Through Quick and Quinn. She spent the better part of her life in the trenches with adolescents, empathizing with their joys and their strife, their hopes and their angst. Inspired by the hundreds of students who taught her more about life than she did them, and fueled by her lifelong dream of becoming an author, Erica has channeled her experiences into her debut book. When she isn’t snuggling with her dog, talking to her garden plants, or feeding all of the neighborhood critters, she is surely enjoying a cup of coffee and meaningful conversation with her family and close friends.
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