Book Series · 2 Books

If I Stay Books

In order from If I Stay to Where She Went.

The If I Stay series is a set of 2 chapter books by Gayle Forman, published between 2009 and 2011. Written for ages 14–18, most books run about 390 pages. Subjects across the series include self-doubt, coping with death, and near-death experiences.

If I Stay
Where She Went
If I Stay
If I Stay
Where She Went
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

If I Stay
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2009

If I Stay

By Gayle Forman

A young cellist must choose between life and joining her lost family after a tragic accident.

390 pages· 49,666 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Summary: Seventeen-year-old Mia, a talented cellist, finds herself in a coma after a devastating car crash that claims her family. As she hovers between life and death, Mia must decide whether to embrace the pain of survival or reunite with her loved ones in the afterlife. With memories flooding back and the weight of her choice pressing down, Mia's journey is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the power of choice. Will she find the strength to stay, or will the pull of her family prove too strong?
In reading order

If I Stay Series

2 books · Published 2009–2011

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If I Stay

Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2009

A young cellist must choose between life and joining her lost family after a tragic accident.

Where She Went

Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2011

A chance encounter in New York reignites past love and unresolved emotions.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the If I Stay series?

There are 2 books in the If I Stay series. It began with If I Stay in 2009, and the newest book, Where She Went, was published in 2011.

What order should you read the If I Stay books in?

Start with If I Stay and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the If I Stay books best for?

The series is best for ages 14–18, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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Gayle Forman

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