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This series follows the life of a 17-year-old girl named Brittany who, after being sexually assaulted, finds her voice through poetry and activism. A powerful and thought-provoking read for teens and young adults.
Laurie Halse Anderson
Speak
This is the groundbreaking novel that launched Laurie Halse Anderson's bestselling career. Speak is the story of Melinda Sordino, who stops speaking after being raped at a party during the summer before her freshman year. This book is a great choice for fans of Wild at Heart because it deals with heavy themes in a sensitive and thought-provoking way, and because it shows how a young person can find their voice and their power in the face of adversity.
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The Perks of Being a Wallflower
This is a coming-of-age story about Charlie, a high school freshman who feels like an outsider. As he navigates the ups and downs of high school, he makes new friends, falls in love, and learns to find his place in the world. This book is a good choice for fans of Wild at Heart because it deals with themes of identity, self-discovery, and the challenges of growing up.
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Looking for Alaska
In this award-winning novel, John Green tells the story of Miles, a teenager who transfers to a new school in search of
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The Fault in Our Stars
This is the story of Hazel and Gus, two teenagers who meet in a cancer support group and fall in love. As they navigate the challenges of their illness, they also explore the meaning of life, love, and the universe. This book is a good choice for fans of Wild at Heart because it deals with heavy themes in a sensitive and thought-provoking way, and because it shows how love can help us find strength and meaning in even the most difficult circumstances.
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Thirteen Reasons Why
In this powerful and haunting novel, Jay Asher tells the story of Hannah Baker, a teenager who takes her own life and leaves behind a series of tapes explaining why she did it. This book is a good choice for fans of Wild at Heart because it deals with themes of mental health, suicide, and the consequences of our actions in a realistic and thought-provoking way.
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The Book Thief
This is the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl living in Nazi Germany who discovers the power of words and the resilience of the human spirit. As she navigates the challenges of growing up in a time of war, she also learns the true meaning of love, loss, and the power of the written word. This book is a good choice for fans of Wild at Heart because it deals with themes of identity, self-discovery, and the challenges of growing up in a complex and thought-provoking way.
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The Hate U Give
This is the story of Starr Carter, a teenager who witnesses the shooting of her unarmed best friend by a police officer. As she navigates the challenges of growing up in a poor, predominantly black neighborhood, she also explores the complexities of race, identity, and justice in America. This book is a good choice for fans of Wild at Heart because it deals with heavy themes in a sensitive and thought-provoking way, and because it shows how one person can make a difference in the face of adversity.
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