Has to Be Love
Has to Be Love by Jolene Perry is a contemporary young adult novel published by Albert Whitman on September 1, 2015. This 272-page book is written in English and explores the complexities of self-esteem and relationships through the experiences of its protagonist, Clara. After surviving a bear attack, Clara navigates the challenges of her small-town life in Knik, Alaska, while grappling with her aspirations for a future at Columbia University.
In this story, Clara faces the pressures of commitment from her boyfriend and the realization that her emotional scars may be deeper than she anticipated. As she discovers her writing talent with the help of Rhodes, a student teacher, Clara’s feelings become increasingly complicated. The narrative delves into themes of self-reliance and the difficult choices between pursuing her dreams and maintaining her current relationships. Readers will find a thoughtful exploration of romance and personal growth as Clara confronts her fears and seeks to define her own path.
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Years ago, Clara survived a vicious bear attack. She’s used to getting sympathetic looks around town, but meeting strangers is a different story. Yet her dreams go far beyond Knik, Alaska, and now she’s got a secret that’s both thrilling and terrifying–an acceptance letter from Columbia University. But it turns out her scars aren’t as fixable as she hoped, and when her boyfriend begins to press for a forever commitment, she has second thoughts about New York. Then Rhodes, a student teacher in her English class, forces her to acknowledge her writing talent, and everything becomes even more confusing–especially with the feelings she’s starting to have about him. Now all Clara wants to do is hide from the tough choices she has to make. When her world comes crashing down around her, Clara has to confront her problems and find her way to a decision. Will she choose the life of her dreams or the life that someone she loves has chosen? Which choice is scarier?
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