Book description
For fans of Sarah Dessen and Jennifer Niven comes a breathtakingly original contemporary YA novel about love, grief, art, and the tiny choices that change our lives.
Emma blames herself when a freak accident at a pool party leaves Hunter, the town's rising track star and her former boyfriend, paralyzed…
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1 author picked Before & After You & Me as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book is a poignant exploration of guilt, love, and redemption in the aftermath of a life-altering swimming accident.
The novel follows Hunter, paralyzed from the waist down, and his ex-girlfriend Emma, who blames herself for his disabling accident. This is a topic that really touches me, as I’ve met Purple Heart veterans who have dealt with life changing in an instant.
I loved Woodburn’s evocative prose and authentic character development, as Emma journeys through self-forgiveness and the healing power of art.
I’d recommend Before & After to anyone who is seeking a compelling read that reminds us of the…
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