New from the author of Accidental comes a gripping story about a teen grieving her father’s sudden death--and grappling with the shocking secrets he left behind.
Alex Richards is the author of Accidental and is a
freelance magazine contributor. She is a terrible navigator (just
ask the African jungle she got lost in) but makes up for it with a
dark sense of humor and home-made horror films. Raised in New
Mexico, she and her family live in Brooklyn.
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When We Were Strangers is an exquisitely told story of grief,
growing up, and the glorious complexities of love and life. A
lovely portrait of the artist as a young person, learning to zoom
in on her main subject: the truth of her life and what to do with
it.
*Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of GIRL IN
PIECES and YOU'D BE HOME NOW*
When We Were Strangers is a sparkling, stirring ode to love, art,
and unexpected human connection. It reminds us that while the
valley of grief may be long, we can emerge from it into the
light.
*Jeff Zentner, Morris Award-winning author of THE SERPENT KING*
Alex Richards's eye for detail, perfect-pacing, and snappy dialog
make When We Were Strangers a compulsive read about grief, the
power of family, friendship, and finding connection where you least
expect it.
*Shana Youngdahl, author of AS MANY NOWS AS I CAN GET*
. . . a beautiful exploration of a family torn apart by secrets and
grief . . . . A moving portrayal of grief, family, and the
complexity of different perspectives.
*Kirkus Reviews (starred review)*
When We Were Strangers is an affecting, expertly told contemporary
YA novel that explores the complexity of love, loss and family. . .
. Alex Richards (Accidental) skillfully channels the voice of a
teenage girl experiencing emotional turmoil.
*Shelf Awareness, starred review*
Absorbing . . . . [an] introspective story of changing emotions and
a softening heart.
*Publishers Weekly*
Richards deftly explores the myriad emotional struggles after an
accidental gun death. . . . Tragic, moving and genuine.
*School Library Journal on ACCIDENTAL (starred review)*
A valuable take on a timely issue.
*Kirkus Reviews on ACCIDENTAL (starred review)*
In Richards’s dramatic debut, Johanna, with her harrowing internal
journey and desperate attempts to find closure and peace, is an
admirable, convincing heroine who is determined to make things
right for herself.
*Publishers Weekly on ACCIDENTAL*
Richards captures the ongoing struggle and painful reality of such
tragic events with raw honesty and compassion and affirms the
healing power of love. Fans of realistic fiction and “ripped from
the headlines” stories will find this a compelling read.
*The Horn Book Magazine on ACCIDENTAL*
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