The Way I Used To Be
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The extraordinary YA TikTok sensation about learning to survive unthinkable trauma from bestselling author, Amber Smith'After finishing this book, my heart was pounding and I couldn’t find words big enough to describe how brilliant, beautiful, and powerful it is.' L.E. Flynn, author of All Eyes On HerAll Eden wants is to rewind the clock. To live that day again. She would do everything differently. Not laugh at his jokes or ignore the way he was looking at her that night. And she would definitely lock her bedroom door. But Eden can’t turn back time. So she buries the truth, along with the girl she used to be. She pretends she doesn’t need friends, doesn’t need love, doesn’t need justice. But as her world unravels, one thing becomes clear: the only person who can save Eden… is Eden. ‘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 Review: Comforting - The book is good...good for those girls who went through a lot in their teenage...just go for it...<3 Review: Unputdownable! - Eden, the protagonist, left a lasting impact on me. From her bright and happy 14-year-old self to a young woman seeking liberation, her journey was tumultuous and heartbreaking. Each part of the story pushed her further down a dark path, breaking my heart in the process. I was simultaneously frustrated by the decisions she made, knowing she hurt many people, but no one more than herself. However, she eventually finds redemption and discovers the key to her freedom. It was inspiring to witness her grasp it with trembling hands, filled with worry and doubt. While I'm glad Eden was able to reunite with her brother and clear the air with Amanda, I wished the book had shown whether she made amends with Stephen, Mara, and even Cameron. It would have been satisfying to witness her reunion with Mara. Additionally, it would have been gratifying to see Kevin face the consequences of his actions. An epilogue depicting a glimpse into the future, months or years later, with quick updates on everyone would have been appreciated. It could have revealed whether Mara and Cameron stayed together and if Eden and Josh found their way back to each other. The ending, although fine, felt abrupt and left many unanswered questions. The one who selects this book will never regret reading this. Happy Reading.
| Best Sellers Rank | #34,875 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #5 in Young Adult Fiction on Social & Family Violence #7 in Young Adult Nonfiction on Social & Family Violence #15 in Young Adult Nonfiction on Dating & Intimacy |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 20,833 Reviews |
M**.
Comforting
The book is good...good for those girls who went through a lot in their teenage...just go for it...<3
S**L
Unputdownable!
Eden, the protagonist, left a lasting impact on me. From her bright and happy 14-year-old self to a young woman seeking liberation, her journey was tumultuous and heartbreaking. Each part of the story pushed her further down a dark path, breaking my heart in the process. I was simultaneously frustrated by the decisions she made, knowing she hurt many people, but no one more than herself. However, she eventually finds redemption and discovers the key to her freedom. It was inspiring to witness her grasp it with trembling hands, filled with worry and doubt. While I'm glad Eden was able to reunite with her brother and clear the air with Amanda, I wished the book had shown whether she made amends with Stephen, Mara, and even Cameron. It would have been satisfying to witness her reunion with Mara. Additionally, it would have been gratifying to see Kevin face the consequences of his actions. An epilogue depicting a glimpse into the future, months or years later, with quick updates on everyone would have been appreciated. It could have revealed whether Mara and Cameron stayed together and if Eden and Josh found their way back to each other. The ending, although fine, felt abrupt and left many unanswered questions. The one who selects this book will never regret reading this. Happy Reading.
Z**K
A Must Read ✨🤍
This book is about a girl call Eden. She was raped by her brother's bestfriend Kevin. So basically this revolves around her trauma and experience which is described in four different parts i.e freshmen year, sophomore year, junior year and senior year. (Please read trigger warning before reading this cause it is hard to read)
S**A
Amazing book
Totally recommend!!
K**.
Quality was good
Packaging was good and the book was in good condition
R**H
Impactful
This novel grips your soul with its honesty, breaks your heart with its pain, and slowly restores your faith in healing. A truly unforgettable reading experience.
A**A
Yes
Just yes!
C**Y
i have received it in this horrrible condition
the whole boook is destroyed with oil
F**S
Addictive
Loved it!
S**I
⭐️ five stars ⭐️
i read this book almost a month ago and it's still on my mind! the way i used to be touched me in so many ways. to see Eden not only lose her relationships with her friends&family, bcs of what happend, but most importantly LOSE HERSELF just tore my heart out of my chest. to see the indistinct changes she went through that were such an subtle cry for help but that nobody near her noticed made me so angry and sad for her </3 she. deserved. better. it was honestly surreal how Josh noticed something was up WAY before anyone else did. i loved the fact he was the one she ended up confiding in. he was exactly what she needed in that moment. i just started sobbing when Eden said: "i had been waiting for thee years for somebody, anybody, to say those magic words" after Josh asked: "did something actually happen?": this girl just needed somebody to simply ask. but sadly it's never that simple. i'm honestly glad that in this book she and Josh didn't end up together. she's in need of a friend atm and i'm happy he's okay with being one and doesn't pressure or guilt trip her into something more. BUT nevertheless i'm super excited to see what ,the way i am now' has in store for the both of them!! i'm def rooting for them🩷 i would 100% recommend this book to everybody !!!! BUT !!!! look up trigger warnings pls
K**K
Just read
Broke me. So much. And I loved every single page
S**I
👍🏼👍🏼
Muy buen libro, pero me hizo llorar mucho!!
F**A
Nice
Didn’t like the ending but I liked the emotional roller coaster this book gave me.
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