You Are My Only
You Are My Only by Beth Kephart, published by Egmontusa on December 10, 2013, is a reprint edition comprising 256 pages in English. The narrative follows Emmy Rane, who, at nineteen, finds herself trapped in an unfulfilling marriage, with her only joy being her baby, Baby. One day, Emmy steps away briefly, only to return and discover her child has vanished, leaving behind a solitary yellow sock. The story then shifts to fourteen years later, introducing Sophie, a reclusive teenage girl who frequently relocates due to her mother’s fears of the “No Good.”
Readers will encounter the intertwined tales of Emmy and Sophie, exploring themes of loss, imprisonment, and the quest for freedom. As Sophie breaks free from her sheltered life and meets Joey and his aunts, she gains the courage to confront her past, leading to transformative revelations. The alternating narratives build suspense and depth, culminating in a powerful climax that resonates with the complexities of family and emotional struggles. This edition invites readers to delve into a poignant exploration of resilience and the search for belonging.
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Emmy Rane is married at nineteen, a mother by twenty. Trapped in a life with a husband she no longer loves, Baby is her only joy. Then one sunny day in September, Emmy takes a few fateful steps away from her baby and returns to find her missing. All that is left behind is a yellow sock.
Fourteen years later, Sophie, a homeschooled, reclusive teenage girl is forced to move frequently and abruptly from place to place, perpetually running from what her mother calls the “No Good.” One afternoon, Sophie breaks the rules, ventures out, and meets Joey and his two aunts. It is this loving family that gives Sophie the courage to look into her past. What she discovers changes her world forever. . . .
The riveting stories of Emmy and Sophie–alternating narratives of loss, imprisonment, and freedom regained–escalate with breathless suspense toward an unforgettable climax.
Breathtaking in its beauty and with great heart, YOU ARE MY ONLY brings readers the story of a kidnapped young girl that they will never want to forget.” — My Friend Amy
Breathtaking in its beauty and with great heart, YOU ARE MY ONLY brings readers the story of a kidnapped young girl that they will never want to forget.” — My Friend Amy
Kephart’s prose is poetry in motion–creating beauty out of everyday moments. –Family Circle
“Readers will eat up this realistic variant of the youthful fantasy about finally finding one’s real parents and being properly appreciated.” — The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Kephart writes a psychologically taut novel…. readers will be on the edge of their seats.” — Publishers Weekly
“Intense and lovely” — Kirkus Reviews
“Very intense psychological thriller” — Bookslut
“A pint-sized powerhouse waiting to be devoured.” — Bookalicio.us
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