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Faking Normal
Faking Normal | Courtney C. Stevens
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An edgy, realistic debut novel praised by the New York Times bestselling author of Between Shades of Gray, Ruta Sepetys, as “a beautiful reminder that amid our broken pieces we can truly find ourselves.”Alexi Littrell hasn’t told anyone what happened to her over the summer by her backyard pool. Instead, she hides in her closet, counts the slats in the air vent, and compulsively scratches the back of her neck, trying to make the outside hurt more than the inside does—and deal with the trauma.When Bodee Lennox—“the Kool-Aid Kid”—moves in with the Littrells after a family tragedy, Alexi discovers an unlikely friend in this quiet, awkward boy who has secrets of his own. As their friendship grows, Alexi gives him the strength to deal with his past, and Bodee helps her summon the courage to find her voice and speak up about the rape that has changed the course of her life.
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Recently listened to Faking Normal on audio. Had already read it once several years ago. We are going to have our freshmen read this book during Freshman Seminar. Such a good realistic book for teens to read.

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MidnightBookGirl
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I loved the characters and the friendship that helps both Alexi and Bodee find their voices. This is a raw and honest look at the aftermath of rape.

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collectorofwords
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Faking Normal is one of the most important books I've read. It describes rape culture so accurately and the feelings of being a survivor really had an impact on me.

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Yourfriendlylibrarian
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The characters are so believable and the storyline is one that is often too real to even stomach. Shocking twist to the who-done-it leaves the reader wanting to know more of why and how? Very informative on social issues that plague today's teenage culture.

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Starting a new book tonight! This one has been sitting on my shelf for ages

AshleySchu I just finished listening to this on audio! I had the pleasure of meeting the author. Started the book because I loved her personality, listened to in one day because I love the characters! 9y
Bookgeeksam I finished it quickly too! It was a very addicting read! 9y
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