Summary
From the critically acclaimed author of Deposing Nathan comes an explosive examination of identity, voice, and the indelible ways our stories are rewritten by others.
In the beginning, Owen’s story was blank … then he was befriended by Lily, the aspiring author who helped him find his voice. Together, the two have spent years navigating first love and amassing an inseparable friend group. But all of it is upended one day when his school’s administration learns Owen’s secret: …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781645673323 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1645673324 |
| Author: | Zack Smedley |
| Publisher: | Page Street Publishing Co. |
| Imprint: | Page Street Kids |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 368 |
| Release Date: | 8 March 2022 |
| Weight: | 486g |
| Dimensions: | 135mm x 208mm |
| Audience Age: | 14 |
Critics Review
“Stellar and haunting”
- Kirkus Magazine, starred review
“Equal parts heartfelt and heartbreaking […] an unflinching exploration of love, betrayal, power, and trauma, and ultimately, what it means to speak your truth in a world that’s never truly been willing to listen. A brilliant read.”
- Stephanie Kuehn, Morris Award-winning author of Charm & Strange
“No one does heartbreak like Zack Smedley. In this story, he weaves an intimate human drama into a thriller of almost mythic power…with brilliant detail and care.”
- Adam Sass, award-winning author of Surrender Your Sons
“Promoted by the publisher as ‘Speak for boys, ’ Smedley’s second novel is troubling but deeply felt and extremely well written […] the thoughtful presentation of such a rare topic in YA fiction is welcome.”
- Booklist Magazine
“An achingly beautiful novel. Each character was meticulously realized to create a puzzle piece of a narrative that kept me guessing, wishing, and hoping for Owen’s self-empowered journey to the very end. This is an incredibly important read.”
- James Brandon, author of Ziggy, Stardust & Me
“An important, authentic, thought-provoking story … Owen is a character I’ll remember for a long time.”
- Bill Konigsberg, award-winning author of The Music of What Happens
“Unflinchingly honest and powerful…Smedley’s authentic, thoughtful voice is essential to young readers.”
- Julian Winters, award-winning author of How to Be Remy Cameron
“A painful and important look at toxic relationships, rape, power, and control.”
- School Library Journal
Zack Smedley
Zack Smedley is the author of Deposing Nathan, which the New York Times said “is a superb story, told in an original and masterly way.” As a member of the LGBT community, his goal is to give a voice to queer young adults, through gritty, morally complex narratives.
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