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The Only Girl in Town

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The Only Girl in Town by Ally Condie is a mesmerising tale set in a future world where a young girl finds herself completely alone in her town. As she navigates the eerie solitude, she uncovers secrets about her vanished community, propelling her into a journey of self-discovery and resilience. The story explores themes of loneliness, identity, and the power of human connection.
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by tales of self-discovery and resilience, especially ones set against the backdrop of an intriguing, deserted town. It may appeal to young readers who appreciate stories about finding courage and forging one's path in the face of unexpected challenges.

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The Only Girl in Town

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What would you do if everyone you love disappeared? What if it was your fault?

For July Fielding, nothing has been the same since that summer before senior year.

Once, she had Alex, her loyal best friend, the one who always had her back. She had Sydney, who pushed her during every cross-country run, and who sometimes seemed to know July better than she knew herself. And she had Sam. Sam, who told her she was everything and left her breathless with his touch.

Now, July is alone. Every single person in her small town of Lithia has disappeared. No family. No Alex or Sydney. No Sam. July's only chance at unravelling the mystery of their disappearance is a series of objects, each a reminder of the people she loved most. And a mysterious message: GET TH3M BACK.

A searingly candid reckoning with both love and loneliness, #1 bestselling author Ally Condie's The Only Girl in Town perfectly distils the messy, beautiful realities of growing up, growing apart and the courageous act of self-discovery.

PRAISE FOR THE ONLY GIRL IN TOWN

'An outstanding book - intense and beguiling! . . . This is such a powerfully woven story; it would be worthy of study by senior students, but equally it is an enthralling, entertaining (although serious) story for teenagers aged 15+ . . . The kind of story that makes you want to immediately re-read the book' READPLUS

'An eerily beautiful and lyrical story of loss, grief, and how quickly relationships can change, while also changing us' ROBIN BENWAY, National Book Award winner and bestselling author of Far From The Tree and A Year to the Day

'Fast-paced, unputdownable, and full of heart and complicated emotions. As soon as I reached the end, I turned back to the beginning to catch the clues I had missed as I raced through the pages. An unforgettable story' YAMILE SAIED MENDEZ, Pura Belpre Award-winning author of Furia, a Reese's Book Club selection

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The Only Girl in Town by Ally Condie has been described as a captivating children's book that explores themes of solitude and survival in a mysterious setting. Many reviews praise its imaginative narrative and well-developed characters, touching on elements of suspense and emotion. Readers often appreciate the balance of adventure and introspection, rendering it a thought-provoking read for younger audiences.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734422965

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 September 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Lothian Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Read by Elena Rey

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Ally Condie is the author of the #1 New York Times-bestselling Matched trilogy and its companion novel, The Last Voyage of Poe Blythe. She is also the author of Summerlost, an Edgar Award winner. A former English teacher, Ally lives with her family outside of Salt Lake City, Utah. She loves hiking, skiing, and being outside with people she loves. Ally has an MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts, and is the founder and director of the nonprofit WriteOut Foundation. Visit her online at allycondie.com.

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