Publish Date |
January 29, 2019 |
Category |
Young Adult Fiction / Social Themes / Physical & Emotional Abuse Young Adult Fiction / LGBTQ+ |
Price |
$18.99 |
ISBN: 9781481480741
Format: Paperback
Pages: 400
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published: January 29, 2019
* “Smith’s deeply felt sophomore effort (following The Way I Used to Be, 2016) explores the rippling effects of domestic violence and its ability to carry through generations…Vivid characterizations of the extended family Brooke gets to know, along with others who people her first year on her own, bring the story to life.”
* "Heartwrenching."“A well-crafted and honest look at family issues and a good pick for fans of Sara Zarr and Laurie Halse Anderson. Highly recommended.”
"Complex and nuanced."“The Last to Let Go is a deeply touching, heart-rending look at lives caught in the trap of domestic violence. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.” -Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces
“This emotionally charged story is a pitch-perfect portrait of complicated families.”
“Smith will take readers’ breaths away with every vivid sentence… [she] boldly explores this very serious, very real topic through beautiful, captivating prose.”
"The ups and downs [Brooke] faces are one hundred percent relatable and demonstrate that, even in the face of pain and anger, hope is the one thing that cannot be taken from us."“A fantastic read.”"The hopeful story of a brave young girl’s journey to self-acceptance.”