Books About Sexual Assault

The Best Sexual Assault Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about sexual assault? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Sexual Assault

Summer of Secrets
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17

Summer of Secrets

By Paul Langan · Book #10 in the Bluford Series series

A girl hides a painful secret while her family keeps secrets of its own.

142 pages· 25,270 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 2,993 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: After a frightening ordeal at the end of the school year, Darcy Wills hides what happened from her friends and family. Her parents, distracted by trouble at home, don't notice, and others close to her are keeping secrets too. When the truth surfaces, Darcy's world changes for good.
The Way I Used to Be
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2016

The Way I Used to Be

By Amber Smith · Book #1 in the The Way I Used to Be series

A young woman grapples with trauma and survival after a devastating assault.

367 pages· 91,664 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 258,115 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Eden's life shatters when her brother's best friend assaults her. As she navigates high school, she buries her pain, transforming from who she once was. Over four years, Eden faces broken friendships, first love, and heartbreak, all while discovering an unexpected strength within. Can she reclaim her voice and find healing amidst the chaos?
The Way I Am Now
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2023

The Way I Am Now

By Amber Smith · Book #2 in the The Way I Used to Be series

A couple's love is tested by college chaos and a trial seeking justice.

448 pages· 100,288 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 78,716 ratings
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Summary: Eden and Josh reunite in college, hoping for a fresh start. As Eden's rape case goes to trial, their relationship faces intense scrutiny. Can their love endure the pressures of college life and the pursuit of justice? With past traumas resurfacing, Eden and Josh must navigate a world where the stakes are higher than ever. Will they find strength in each other, or will the weight of their struggles pull them apart? Dive into a story of resilience, love, and the quest for justice.