Set against a backdrop of social activism, this story intertwines the experiences of diverse characters who navigate their personal struggles while confronting larger societal issues. The narrative captures the essence of youth empowerment and the quest for identity, blending humor and heart as the characters bond over their shared challenges. With themes of friendship and resilience, it resonates with today's generation, encouraging readers to find their voice and stand up for what they believe in.
After his best friend, Hayden, commits, suicide, fifteen-year-old Sam is determined to find out why--using the clues in the playlist Hayden left for him.
A girl’s quest for perfection results in dangerous consequences in this smart, suspenseful YA novel by the author of Playlist for the Dead. Fans of We Were Liars and The Secret History will devour this layered, ensemble-cast novel in which “twists and turns abound” (SLJ). How far would you go to be perfect? Kara has the perfect life. At least, that’s what she wants everyone to believe. The truth is, she works hard to maintain that illusion. But when a moment of doubt leads Kara to do something risky—and illegal—someone sees. Before she knows it, she’s drawn into an unlikely group of classmates, all bound together by secrets of their own. Secrets that are being used against them. Soon Kara is forced to confront how far she’s willing to go to be perfect—and if that’s something she really wants to be. “Reminiscent of the novels of Joan Lowery Nixon and Lois Duncan, this mystery set in a modern-day well-to-do suburb in California will keep readers turning the pages.” —School Library Journal “Full of well-developed, diverse supporting characters. For teens who enjoy mysteries in the form of timely, realistic fiction.” —Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) “Readers will be kept guessing.” —Kirkus Reviews
Однажды утром Сэм находит лучшего друга мертвым. Хейден покончил с собой. Страшное открытие ошеломляет его. А тут еще на полу обнаруживается флешка с аудиозаписями и предсмертная записка. Сэм понимает, что только он может разобраться в причинах, толкнувших друга на столь отчаянный шаг. Пытаясь выяснить правду, парень все глубже погружается в записи и воспоминания. И чем больше он слушает, тем яснее осознает: его память не так надежна, как он думал. Пришло время вынуть наушники и оглядеться — может, ответ все это время был где-то рядом? Роман, который напомнит вам "Тринадцать причин почему" Джея Эшера и "Хорошо быть тихоней" Стивена Чбоски.
Un adolescente trata de entender el suicidio de su mejor amigo escuchando la lista de reproducción de canciones que este le dejó con una nota: «Para Sam. Escucha y entenderás».
