Someone I Used to Know

Name: Someone I Used to Know
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781492632818
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By Patty Blount

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Summary

Someone I Used to Know by Patty Blount is a powerful young adult novel that explores themes of identity, trauma, and healing. The story follows a young woman grappling with the aftermath of a traumatic event that has left lasting impacts on her life and relationships. As she navigates high school, friendship, and family challenges, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, finding strength in unexpected places.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this captivating Young Adult novel if you are drawn to stories about personal growth, the journey to healing, and the complexities of brother-sister relationships. It's a compelling exploration of resilience, confronting the past, and the power of family connections, making it an inspiring read for those who appreciate emotionally rich narratives.

Someone I Used to Know

From the award-winning author of Some Boys comes an unflinching examination of rape culture that delves into a family torn apart by sexual assault.

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From the award-winning author of Some Boys comes an unflinching examination of rape culture that delves into a family torn apart by sexual assault.

It's been two years since the night that changed Ashley's life. Two years since she was raped by her brother's teammate. And a year since she sat in a court and watched as he was given a slap on the wrist sentence. But the years have done nothing to stop the pain.

It's been two years of hell for Derek. His family is totally messed up and he and his sister are barely speaking. He knows he handled it all wrong. Now at college, he has to come to terms with what happened, and the rape culture that he was inadvertently a part of that destroyed his sister's life.

When it all comes to a head at Thanksgiving, Derek and Ashley have to decide if their relationship is able to be saved. And if their family can ever be whole again.

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Someone I Used to Know by Patty Blount is praised for its realistic portrayal of rape culture and its impact on society as a whole. The book offers a nuanced and heartrending exploration of the toxicity surrounding this issue and sheds light on the enduring consequences of sexual assault.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781492632818

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 August 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Fire

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 384

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Patty Blount Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Patty Blount wrote her debut novel, Send (a 2012 YALSA Quick Pick), after her son was bullied and her third novel, Some Boys (a 2015 RITA Award finalist), after seeing rape survivors blamed for the crimes committed against them. She lives on Long Island, New York, with her husband and sons. Visit pattyblount.com.