Faking Normal
Faking Normal by Courtney C. Stevens is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on October 6, 2015, featuring 352 pages in English. This novel presents a poignant exploration of trauma and friendship through the eyes of Alexi Littrell, who grapples with the aftermath of a summer incident that she has kept secret. As she navigates her emotional struggles, Alexi finds solace in her closet and engages in compulsive behaviors to cope with her pain.
The narrative unfolds as Alexi forms an unexpected bond with Bodee Lennox, a boy who moves in with her family following a personal tragedy. Their friendship becomes a source of strength as they confront their respective pasts. The book delves into themes of social issues, including sexual abuse and the complexities of young adult relationships, highlighting the journey toward healing and self-discovery.
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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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