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When You Know What I Know

When You Know What I Know

Published in
2020
4.26
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Description

This is an alternate cover edition of this book. A sensitive, harrowing, and ultimately hopeful novel in verse about one girl's journey in the aftermath of abuse. Winner of the Colorado Authors' League Award for Middle Grade and a Finalist for the Colorado Book Award for Juvenile Fiction. An ILA Honor Book. One day after school, on the couch in the basement, Tori's uncle did something bad. Afterward, Tori tells her mom. Even though telling was a brave thing to do, her mom still doesn't believe her at first. Her grandma still takes his side. And Tori doesn't want anyone else—even her best friend—to know what happened. Now Tori finds herself battling mixed emotions—anger, shame, and sadness—as she deals with the trauma. But with the help of her mom, her little sister, her best friend, and others, can Tori find a way to have the last word From debut author Sonja K. Solter comes a heartbreaking yet powerful novel that will strike a chord with readers of Jacqueline Woodson and Tony Abbott.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
224 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Powerful narrative
  • Deals with important issues
  • Strong character development
  • Emotionally moving