The Ethan I Was Before Ali Standish

Name: The Ethan I Was Before By Ali Standish
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The Ethan I Was Before by Ali Standish

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Summary

A touching and uplifting coming-of-age novel by a standout debut talent - perfect for fans of Wonder and A Boy Called Hope

The Ethan I Was Before Summary

The Ethan I Was Before by Ali Standish

My dare. My friend. My fault.

Uplifting and unpredictable, this poignant debut middle-grade novel is a classic in the making. Perfect for fans of Wonder and A Boy Called Hope.

Ethan had been many things. He was always ready for adventure and always willing to accept a dare, especially from his best friend, Kacey. But that was before. Before the accident that took Kacey from him. Before his family moved from the city he loves to a tiny town in the middle of nowhere.

Ethan's new home feels like the place for second chances. It's also home to Coralee, a girl with a big personality and even bigger stories. Coralee may be just the friend Ethan needs, except Ethan isn't the only one with secrets. Coralee's are catching up with her, and what she's hiding might be putting both their lives at risk.

The Ethan I Was Before is a story of friendship, wonder, adventure and ultimately of hope.

The Ethan I Was Before Reviews

Breathtakingly tender and poignant throughout... this is a book that will resonate with readers of any age. * The School Librarian *
The emotional heart of the book is lovely. * Book Bag *
Readers will be riveted * Publishers Weekly, starred review *
This well-executed, first-person narrative succeeds largely dude to Standish's ability to give Ethan a vibrant presence and a voice that readers of all ages can identify with. Secondary characters, whom we see entirely from his perspective, are real and compelling. It challenges inpsires and entertains, with a satisfying, nail-biting ending. * The School Librarian *
An emotionally powerful story... wonderful characterisation and a strong sense of place are just part of what makes this book feel like a future classic. * Book Trust *

About Ali Standish

Ali Standish was raised in North Carolina. She has a BA in English and worked as a teacher and programme administrator in the US Public School system for four years. While teaching, she began an MFA in Children's Writing from Hollins University, from where she will graduate in May. In 2014 she moved to the UK with her Finnish fiance. She currently lives in Cambridge, England, where she writes, edits and studies books for children. She also works as a part-time editor at Working Partners. As a teacher, Ali worked with many children who had suffered a loss or trauma and who often turned to stories to help them navigate their grief. THE ETHAN I WAS BEFORE was born from those experiences.

Additional information

Sku

GOR008403804

ISBN 13

9781408342923

ISBN 10

1408342928

Title

The Ethan I Was Before by Ali Standish

Author

Ali Standish

Condition

Used - Very Good

Binding type

Paperback

Publisher

Hachette Children's Group

Year published

2017-06-29

Number of pages

400

Prizes

N/A

Cover note

Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

Note

This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us