How to Save a Life
by Sara Zarr
How to Save a Life by Sara Zarr holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 13.9K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 341 pages.
About How to Save a Life
Jill MacSweeney just wishes everything could go back to normal. But ever since her dad died, she’s been isolating herself from her boyfriend, her best friends—everyone who wants to support her. And when her mom decides to adopt a baby, it feels like she’s somehow trying to replace a lost family member with a new one.Mandy Kalinowski understands what it’s like to grow up unwanted—to be raised by a mother who never intended to have a child. So when Mandy becomes pregnant, one thing she’s sure of is that she wants a better life for her baby. It’s harder to be sure of herself. Will she ever find someone to care for her, too?As their worlds change around them, Jill and Mandy must learn to both let go and hold on, and that nothing is as easy—or as difficult—as it seems.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sara Zarr |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 341 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,864 |
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What genre is How to Save a Life?
How to Save a Life is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is How to Save a Life worth reading?
Based on 13.9K reader ratings, How to Save a Life has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is How to Save a Life?
How to Save a Life has 341 pages.
Who wrote How to Save a Life?
How to Save a Life was written by Sara Zarr. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for How to Save a Life?
The ISBN-13 for How to Save a Life is 9780316036060.0.
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