That’s Not what Happened
That’s Not What Happened by Kody Keplinger, published by Scholastic Incorporated in 2018, is a thought-provoking exploration of the aftermath of tragedy and the complexities of memory. This young adult fiction delves into the impact of a school shooting that occurred three years prior, focusing on the narrator’s struggle to reconcile the public narrative surrounding her best friend Sarah’s death with the truth she witnessed. With 325 pages, this edition presents a nuanced look at themes of grief, friendship, and the challenges of confronting difficult realities.
Readers will find a compelling narrative that examines the power of storytelling and the emotional weight of silence. As the protagonist grapples with the consequences of revealing the truth about that fateful day, the story unfolds against a backdrop of social themes such as bullying and the complexities of coming of age in the wake of violence. This edition invites readers to reflect on the nature of memory and the moral dilemmas faced by those who survive tragedy.
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From New York Times bestseller Kody Keplinger comes an astonishing and thought-provoking exploration of the aftermath of tragedy, the power of narrative, and how we remember what we’ve lost.
It’s been three years since the Virgil County High School Massacre. Three years since my best friend, Sarah, was killed in a bathroom stall during the mass shooting. Everyone knows Sarah’s story–that she died proclaiming her faith. But it’s not true. I know because I was with her when she died. I didn’t say anything then, and people got hurt because of it. Now Sarah’s parents are publishing a book about her, so this might be my last chance to set the record straight . . . but I’m not the only survivor with a story to tell about what did–and didn’t–happen that day. Except Sarah’s martyrdom is important to a lot of people, people who don’t take kindly to what I’m trying to do. And the more I learn, the less certain I am about what’s right. I don’t know what will be worse: the guilt of staying silent or the consequences of speaking up . . .
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