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If I Stay

Series: If I Stay
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If I Stay by Gayle Forman follows the story of a talented young cellist named Mia, who finds herself in a heart-wrenching situation after a tragic car accident. As she hovers between life and death, Mia must make a pivotal decision: to fight for her life or let go, guided by memories of her past and the promise of her future. This poignant novel explores themes of love, family, and the power of choice.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a heart-wrenching exploration of life, choice, and the power of love. It's perfect for fans of emotional young adult stories that delve deeply into themes of family and self-discovery through a gripping narrative.

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If I Stay



As alone as she'll ever be, Mia must make the most difficult choice of all.

Haunting, heartrending and ultimately life-affirming, If I Stay will make you appreciate all that you have, all that you've lost - and all that might be.

Includes interviews with the stars of the film, Chloe Moretz and Jamie Blackley.

What would you do if you had to choose? A haunting novel about the power of love and loss - a story that won't quite let you go.

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What would you do if you had to choose? A haunting novel about the power of love and loss—a story that won't quite let you go.

Now a major film starring Chloe Grace Moretz

'Just listen,' Adam says with a voice that sounds like shrapnel.' I open my eyes wide now. I sit up as much as I can. And I listen.

'Stay,' he says.

Everybody has to make choices. Some might break you.

For seventeen-year-old Mia, surrounded by a wonderful family, friends, and a gorgeous boyfriend, decisions might seem tough, but they're all about a future full of music and love, a future that's brimming with hope.

But life can change in an instant.

A cold February morning... a snowy road... and suddenly all of Mia's choices are gone. Except one.

As alone as she'll ever be, Mia must make the most difficult choice of all.

Haunting, heartrending, and ultimately life-affirming, If I Stay will make you appreciate all that you have, all that you've lost—and all that might be.

Includes interviews with the stars of the film, Chloe Moretz and Jamie Blackley.

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Gayle Forman's If I Stay is lauded for its sensitive exploration of love and loss, resonating intensely with readers through its emotional depth and the suddenness of life's changes. Critics highlight its compelling narrative reminiscent of The Lovely Bones, describing it as a haunting, gripping, and emotionally painful journey that is impossible to put down. Initially presenting as a light-hearted tale, it quickly shifts to a profound exploration of tragedy and resilience, marking it as a memorable read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781909531239

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Definitions

Edition: Media tie-in

Illustration: No

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 202g

Pages: 288

About the Author

GAYLE FORMAN is an award-winning author and journalist whose articles have appeared in numerous publications, including Seventeen, Cosmopolitan and Elle in the US. She lives in Brooklyn with her family.

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