Description
Last summer, Lucy's and Ben's lives changed in an instant. One moment, they were shyly flirting on a lake raft, finally about to admit their feelings to each other after years of yearning. In the next, Trixie Lucy's best friend and Ben's sister was gone, her heart giving out during a routine swim. And just like that, the idyllic world they knew turned upside down, and the would-be couple drifted apart, swallowed up by their grief. Now it's a year later in their small lake town, and as the anniversary of Trixie's death looms, Lucy and Ben's undeniable connection pulls them back together. They can't change what happened the day they lost Trixie, but the summer might finally bring them closer to healing and to each other.
About the Author
Sara Biren earned an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and has had several short stories published in literary journals. Sara established Stubby Pencil Critique and Editing Services and is a member of MNYA Writers, a critique group of YA writers in the Twin Cities. She is a member of SCBWI, YA Lit Chat, and the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis. She lives outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband and two children. The Last Thing You Said is her debut novel. www.sarabiren.com
Reviews
This is a brave debut, a brave look at the raw, messy, confusing bits of young love * S.M. Parker, author of THE GIRL WHO FELL. *
A beautiful, gut-wrenching story about the complexities of grief and the saving grace of family, friendship, and love. Brave, raw, and exquisitely written. * Marci Lyn Curtis, author of THE ONE THING *
Fans of Sarah Dessen and Huntley Fitzpatrick's books will find much to love in this emotional romance. * School Library Journal *
Biren's tender story aches as the teens and their families try to put the pieces of their lives together again and find a way to heal... The compelling story will leave readers feeling the characters' pain and cheering for them at the same time-and looking forward to more from this author. * Booklist *
Book Information
ISBN 9781419723049
Author Sara Biren
Format Hardback
Page Count 320
Imprint Amulet Books
Publisher Abrams
Weight(grams) 400g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 151mm * 28mm
About the Author
Sara Biren earned an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and has had several short stories published in literary journals. Sara established Stubby Pencil Critique and Editing Services and is a member of MNYA Writers, a critique group of YA writers in the Twin Cities. She is a member of SCBWI, YA Lit Chat, and the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis. She lives outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband and two children. The Last Thing You Said is her debut novel. www.sarabiren.com
Reviews
This is a brave debut, a brave look at the raw, messy, confusing bits of young love * S.M. Parker, author of THE GIRL WHO FELL. *
A beautiful, gut-wrenching story about the complexities of grief and the saving grace of family, friendship, and love. Brave, raw, and exquisitely written. * Marci Lyn Curtis, author of THE ONE THING *
**STARRED REVIEW**
"Biren's debut novel offers a tender look at a particular moment in the lives of two teens...The best kind of tragic love story."
Fans of Sarah Dessen and Huntley Fitzpatrick's books will find much to love in this emotional romance. * School Library Journal *
Biren's tender story aches as the teens and their families try to put the pieces of their lives together again and find a way to heal... The compelling story will leave readers feeling the characters' pain and cheering for them at the same time-and looking forward to more from this author. * Booklist *
Book Information
ISBN 9781419723049
Author Sara Biren
Format Hardback
Page Count 320
Imprint Amulet Books
Publisher Abrams
Weight(grams) 400g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 151mm * 28mm
