Book details
Where It All Lands: A Novel
Description
Stevie Rosenstein has never made a true friend. Never fallen in love. Moved from city to city by her father's unrelenting job, it's too hard to care for someone. Trust in anything. The pain of leaving always hurts too much. But she'll soon learn to trust, to love. Twice. Drew and Shane have been best friends through everything. The painful death of Shane's dad. The bitter separation of Drew's parents. Through sleepaway camps and family heartache, basketball games and profound loss, they've always been there for each other. When Stevie meets Drew and Shane, life should go on as normal. But a simple coin toss alters the course of their year in ways they could never expect.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
beginner
Length
352 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Storytelling: 'Where It All Lands: A Novel' by Jennie Wexler offers readers a captivating narrative that explores the themes of love, friendship, and fate. The storytelling technique, which includes a 'sliding doors' moment, keeps readers hooked as they explore the different outcomes of a single decision.
- Relatable Characters: The characters in the novel are well-developed and relatable, making it easy for readers to connect with their struggles and triumphs. The dynamics between the characters reflect real-life relationships and the complexities that come with them.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: The book delves into thought-provoking themes such as the impact of choices on our lives, the nature of destiny versus free will, and the importance of communication and honesty in relationships. These themes encourage readers to reflect on their own lives and decisions.
- Emotional Depth: Wexler's writing captures the emotional depth of the characters' experiences, from the highs of first love to the lows of heartbreak and the challenges of navigating change. Readers looking for a novel that resonates emotionally will find 'Where It All Lands' to be a fulfilling read.