The Same Backward As Forward
The Same Backward As Forward by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is set to be published by Penguin Books, Limited on November 6, 2025. This 384-page novel explores the complex dynamics of family and the intertwining lives of its characters. Hannah Rooney is focused on her nursing studies while trying to escape the shadow of her criminal family, waiting for her sister Kaylie to reach adulthood so they can leave together. Meanwhile, Tobias Hawthorne II presents himself as a privileged heir, concealing dark secrets and a simmering rage. Their lives intersect dramatically after a tragic arson incident that leaves Kaylie dead and Toby with no memory of the events.
As Hannah grapples with her feelings of hatred and responsibility, she finds herself nursing Toby back to health, leading her to question her initial perceptions of him. The narrative delves into themes of family loyalty, love, and the struggle between vengeance and compassion. Readers will encounter elements of action, adventure, and mystery as the story unfolds, revealing the complexities of relationships and the impact of past actions. This edition offers a contemporary young adult fiction experience that intertwines romance with suspenseful twists.
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Hannah Rooney has a plan- keep her head down and avoid the dealings of her criminal family. She’s biding her time in nursing school, waiting for her beloved sister, Kaylie, to turn eighteen so Hannah can get them both far away.
Tobias Hawthorne II acts every inch the entitled heir. Yet behind his razor sharp cheekbones and devil may care attitude, Toby is guarding a nest of deadly secrets and a fiery anger.
Then, Hannah and Toby’s lives collide in one tragic night, where an act of arson leaves Kaylie dead, and Toby barely alive, with no memory of who he is – or how responsible he is for the fire.
Now, fueled by her hatred, Hannah is determined to deny Toby his death wish by keeping him alive. But as she nurses him back, Hannah begins to realise that Toby Hawthorne might just be earning her love rather than deserving of her hate . . .
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