The Way We Become
Will be published approx. on 8. October 2026
400 pages
E-Book
978-1-83643-206-7 (ISBN)
Description
Eden struggled to find her voice when her brother's friend raped her - until she realised she wasn't alone
When Eden was raped by her brother's friend Kevin, it was almost impossible to tell her family, let alone report to the police. But when Kevin's own sister, Amanda, and his ex-girlfriend Gen also came forward, the girls found strength in their solidarity and did everything in their power to pursue justice.
Now, in the wake of the jury's decision, they are expected to move on while still grappling with the grief and hurt from the events that turned their lives inside out. With Amanda finishing high school, Eden adjusting to college, and Gen determining her path after graduation, each girl must chart her own course forward and discover the women they'll become.
From bestselling author Amber Smith comes a powerful story of justice, autonomy, and healing that will sit with readers long after they've turned the final page.
When Eden was raped by her brother's friend Kevin, it was almost impossible to tell her family, let alone report to the police. But when Kevin's own sister, Amanda, and his ex-girlfriend Gen also came forward, the girls found strength in their solidarity and did everything in their power to pursue justice.
Now, in the wake of the jury's decision, they are expected to move on while still grappling with the grief and hurt from the events that turned their lives inside out. With Amanda finishing high school, Eden adjusting to college, and Gen determining her path after graduation, each girl must chart her own course forward and discover the women they'll become.
From bestselling author Amber Smith comes a powerful story of justice, autonomy, and healing that will sit with readers long after they've turned the final page.
Reviews / Votes
Praise for The Way I Used To Be series:'A courageous, necessary, and beautiful book.' Kathleen Glasgow, author of Girl in Pieces
'A raw novel that'll stay with you long after you finish.' Buzzfeed
'An unflinching look at the struggles of a rape victim to process her trauma and find the strength to rebuild her life.' Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak
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English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Young adult
Interest Age: From 14 years
ISBN-13
978-1-83643-206-7 (9781836432067)
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Amber Smith is the New York Times bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be and The Last to Let Go. She grew up in Buffalo, New York, and now lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her partner and their ever-growing family of rescue dogs and cats. You can find her online at AmberSmithAuthor.com.
