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FIve Feet Apart By Rachael Lippincott

I wanted to tell her that I loved her, and not the kind of love that fades away like a whisper - but the kind of love that grabs ahold and doesn't let go, even through the worst of it. Hey there, readers. Today, I'd want to chat about "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott. This tale is about two teens with cystic fibrosis who fall in love but are required to keep six feet apart to avoid cross-infection. The idea alone is enough to make you want to cry. What distinguishes this story is the author's ability to capture the characters' deep emotions and make them feel so real. The novel alternates between Stella and Will, the two major characters, allowing the reader to obtain a better understanding of their motives and challenges.   One of the most poignant sentences in the book was "I am no longer the same person I was yesterday." The sentence reflects the novel's theme of development and transformation, as Stella and Will learn to handle the obs

Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson

It's easier not to say anything. Shut your trap, button your lip, can it. All that crap you hear on TV about communication and expressing feelings is a lie. Nobody really wants to hear what you have to say. Laurie Halse Anderson, howdy! I just wanted to say thank you very much for your great novels, which were such a huge part of our young adulthood. Your tales were a source of comfort and inspiration for us while we endured difficult times. Your ability is amazing, and we are eternally thankful for your gift of storytelling. Thank you for being such an interesting author and having such an influence on our lives! Hey fell^s Today, I'd like to discuss a book that transports me back to my adolescence: "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson. This work is a must-read for everyone who grew up in the 2000s and can connect to adolescent issues. Anderson's writing style is stunning. As I read the novel, I was brought back to my own school memories. The author's words flowe