And She Was

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SKU: 9781338150537
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By Jessica Verdi

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And She Was by Jessica Verdi is a compelling young adult novel about Dara, whose life is turned upside down when she discovers a long-held family secret. As she embarks on a road trip to find answers, Dara learns about identity, family love, and the courage to embrace one's true self. This heartfelt journey explores themes of self-discovery and acceptance.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate compelling stories about self-discovery and identity, especially within the young adult genre. It weaves a heartfelt narrative around a teenager exploring complex family secrets and personal truths. This read may appeal to those who cherish emotional depth and enjoy characters that reflect real-life challenges and growth.

From rising star Jessica Verdi, an incredibly timely, sensitive, and riveting portrayal of a teen girl's relationship with her transgender mom.

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When Dara goes looking for her birth certificate, what she finds is a box full of secrets. Her mum, Mellie, reveals that she is transgender and had Dara before she transitioned. Dara is stunned, devastated—her mother has lied to her for her whole life.

Dara takes off in search of her grandparents and her truth, her best friend Sam in tow. What she finds will challenge and surprise her more than she can imagine.

And She Was offers a deeply moving exploration of identity, family, and the courage it takes to seek the truth.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

And She Was by Jessica Verdi is praised for its exploration of complex themes such as love, identity, and self-acceptance. Reviewers highlight its touching depiction of family dynamics, particularly the mother-daughter relationship, and commend its sensitive handling of personal and familial secrets. The novel is celebrated for its engaging storytelling and emotional depth, inviting readers to reflect on empathy and understanding.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781338150537

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 March 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 218.0mm

Height: 151.0mm

Weight: 450g

Pages: 320

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Jessica Verdi Young Adult

About the Author

Jessica Verdi is the author of And She Was, My Life After Now, The Summer I Wasn't Me, and What You Left Behind. She is a graduate of The New School's MFA in Writing for Children program and lives in New York. You can find her online at jessicaverdi.com.