“So now I don't feel normal unless I've got a book in my hands, and I feel the most normal when I'm lost in a story and can ignore the complicated situations around me that never seem to work out as neatly as they do in books.”
This contemporary young adult fiction work tells the story from the perspective of an adolescent girl navigating the complexities of first love and personal growth. The narrative explores themes of friendship, vulnerability, and the challenges of young adulthood through the lens of an unlikely relationship that develops between the main character and a neighbor dealing with a health condition. The book is recognized within the young adult literary category for its emotional storytelling and character-driven approach. more
Gary Paulsen is a renowned American writer, born on May 17, 1939. His works primarily focus on young adult literature and have gained great popularity among readers. Paulsen's writing style is unique, adept at conveying life philosophies through stories. more
“There are no rules, no deadlines, no guarantees, only the lessons your soul needs to learn.”
“That feeling Those inexplicable happenings to your body... could be stress could be anxiety”