The Way I Used to Be
by Amber Smith
The Way I Used to Be by Amber Smith holds a exceptional rating of 4.60 out of 5, based on 10.3K reader ratings. First published in 2016. The book spans 384 pages.
About The Way I Used to Be
New York Times bestseller! In the tradition of Speak, Amber Smith's extraordinary debut novel “is a heart-twisting, but ultimately hopeful, exploration of how pain can lead to strength” (The Boston Globe).
Eden was always good at being good. Starting high school didn’t change who she was. But the night her brother’s best friend rapes her, Eden’s world capsizes.
What was once simple, is now complex. What Eden once loved—who she once loved—she now hates. What she thought she knew to be true, is now lies. Nothing makes sense anymore, and she knows she’s supposed to tell someone what happened but she can’t. So she buries it instead. And she buries the way she used to be.
Told in four parts—freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior year—this provocative debut reveals the deep cuts of trauma. But it also demonstrates one young woman’s strength as she navigates the disappointment and unbearable pains of adolescence, of first love and first heartbreak, of friendships broken and rebuilt, all while learning to embrace the power of survival she never knew she had hidden within her heart.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Amber Smith |
| Published | 2016 |
| Pages | 384 |
| Kindle Price | $9.99 |
| Genres | Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.60 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,319 |
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What genre is The Way I Used to Be?
The Way I Used to Be is categorized as Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.
Is The Way I Used to Be worth reading?
Based on 10.3K reader ratings, The Way I Used to Be has an average score of 4.60 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."
How many pages is The Way I Used to Be?
The Way I Used to Be has 384 pages.
Who wrote The Way I Used to Be?
The Way I Used to Be was written by Amber Smith. It was first published in 2016.
What is the ISBN for The Way I Used to Be?
The ISBN-13 for The Way I Used to Be is 9781481449373.
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The Way I Used to Be is available on Kindle for $9.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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