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Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson

Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson

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A Groundbreaking Modern Classic About Consent, Healing, and Finding Your Voice

National Book Award Finalist | Michael L. Printz Honor Book | New York Times Bestseller

With more than 3.5 million copies sold, Speak is an extraordinary landmark novel that has spoken to millions of readers. Powerful and utterly unforgettable, this bestselling modern classic explores the harrowing depths of trauma and the inspiring journey toward speaking one's truth.

Plot Overview

"Speak up for yourself—we want to know what you have to say."

From the first moment of her freshman year at Merryweather High, Melinda Sordino knows this is a big lie, part of the nonsense of high school. She is friendless—an outcast—because she busted an end-of-summer party by calling the cops. Now, nobody will talk to her, let alone listen to her.

As time passes, Melinda becomes increasingly isolated and practically stops talking altogether. Only her art class offers any solace. Through her work on an art project, she is finally able to face what really happened at that terrible party: she was raped by an upperclassman, a guy who still attends Merryweather and remains a threat to her. Her healing process has just begun when she encounters him again. But this time, Melinda fights back—and refuses to be silent.

Awards and Accolades

  • A New York Times Bestseller
  • A National Book Award Finalist for Young People’s Literature
  • A Michael L. Printz Honor Book
  • An Edgar Allan Poe Award Finalist
  • A Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist
  • A TIME Magazine Best YA Book of All Time
  • A Cosmopolitan Magazine Best YA Books Everyone Should Read, Regardless of Age

From Laurie Halse Anderson, the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award laureate, comes a story that has been translated into 35 languages and adapted into a major motion picture starring Kristen Stewart.

Speak by Laurie Halse AndersonThe cover of the book 'Speak' by Laurie Halse Anderson features a design with leaves and a silhouette of a girl's face, reflecting the themes of the book.

Product Details

  • Title: Speak
  • Author: Laurie Halse Anderson
  • Format: Paperback (Original Edition)
  • Publisher: Square Fish
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-13: 9780312674397
  • ISBN-10: 0312674392
  • Publication Date: May 10, 2011
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