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The Truth About Forever
Ages 12–18 · 2004
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1998 · Est. 7.5 hour read
Someone Like You
By Sarah Dessen
A friendship is tested when tragedy strikes and secrets unfold.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 106,466 ratings
281 pages· 67,826 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Halley has always followed Scarlett's lead, but when Scarlett faces heartbreak and an unexpected pregnancy, Halley must step up. As their friendship is tested, Halley discovers inner strength she never knew she had. Can she help Scarlett navigate this life-altering journey, or will the weight of their challenges pull them apart? In a world where true friendship is a promise, Halley must decide how far she's willing to go to keep it.
From the publisher
From the award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Once and for All The world is a terrible place not to have a best friend. Scarlett was always the strong one. Halley was always content to follow in her wake. Then Scarlett’s boyfriend died, and Scarlett learned that she was pregnant. Now Halley has to find the strength to take the lead and help Scarlett get through it. Because true friendship is a promise you keep forever. * “Dessen has written a powerful, polished story.”–School Library Journal, starred review Sarah Dessen is the winner of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her contributions to YA literature, as well as the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award. Books by Sarah Dessen: That SummerSomeone Like YouKeeping the MoonDreamlandThis LullabyThe Truth About Forever Just ListenLock and KeyAlong for the RideWhat Happened to GoodbyeThe Moon and MoreSaint AnythingOnce and for All
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 281
- Words
- 67,826
- Reading age
- 12–99+
- Audience
- Young Adult
- Lexile
- 820L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.1
- F&P level
- ~S
- AR points
- 10
- AR interest level
- UG
- AR quiz
- 28288
Publication
- Published
- May 11, 2004
- First published
- May 1, 1998
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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