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Since You've Been Gone

Morgan Matson

Start date: August 1, 2014

Finish date: August 30, 2014

Discussion: Stand Alone

Why we're reading this: It won the poll for the stand alone book
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May 11, 2015 Colette rated it really liked it

I enjoyed this book way more than I anticipated. Refreshingly, Matson did NOT follow the typical boy meets girl and they instantly fall in love pattern found in many YA contemporaries. Instead, themes of friendship and inner confidence and courage ran deep throughout the story. Overall 4/5 stars; this novel far exceeded my expectations!

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May 20, 2014 Denise Jaden rated it it was amazing

It's true. You can fall in love with a book. ...more

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Aug 12, 2014 Jessie rated it it was amazing

This book really blew me away! I found myself wishing there was more to read once I had finished the final page. She had just found Sloane, and I wanted to read more about the two of them together. I fell in love with the other characters as well; Frank, Dawn, and Collins. They made a great team.

I loved the concept of the list that drew Sloane out of her shell. She started the book being a shy person that didn't want to be noticed or speak to anyone, but as sh became more determined and daring ...more

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Jul 14, 2014 Colin rated it it was amazing

I read this because the premise grabbed me . Not usually my kind of book, but I loved it. I really liked Emily. She's a good character, and the mystery about Sloan held my interest. And even though one major element of this book was predictable, I wouldn't have wanted it to turn out any differently. A couple of things towards the end felt a bit contrived, but definitely a solid 4.5 for me. ...more

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Jun 17, 2017 Kristie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: ya-lit-realistic

I love friendship stories, and this is a great one. There's the romantic relationship too, but the heart of the story is Emily finding herself after best friend Sloan leaves her alone for the summer. It's a great, fun story with thoughtful characters. I really enjoyed this book! ...more

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