Reason to Breathe (Breathing, #1)
Reason to Breathe (Breathing, #1)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • Contemporary
2011
16-18 years
Super Short Summary
Reason to Breathe by Rebecca Donovan follows the life of a high school student who endures a challenging home environment while striving for academic success and personal freedom. As the individual navigates friendships, love, and the aspirations for a better future, the story explores themes of resilience and hope amidst adversity.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Rebecca Donovan's Reason to Breathe offers a gripping narrative about endurance and resilience. Reviewers praise its emotional depth, strong character development, and suspenseful plot. However, some critique its pacing, finding it slow in parts. Overall, the book succeeds in evoking a powerful, empathetic response from its readers.
Who Should Read Reason to Breathe (Breathing, #1)?
A reader who would enjoy Rebecca Donovan's Reason to Breathe typically appreciates emotionally charged, young adult fiction that explores themes of survival, resilience, and first love. This novel appeals to fans of Jay Asher's Thirteen Reasons Why and Gayle Forman's If I Stay, who are drawn to intense personal struggles and emotional growth.
105,041 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Reason to Breathe is the debut novel of Rebecca Donovan, who self-published the book in 2011 after initially facing rejections from traditional publishers.
The novel was written as a part of the Breathing series, which became notable for its depiction of intense emotional themes and realistic characters, resonating deeply with readers.
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Rebecca Donovan's success with Reason to Breathe was bolstered by a passionate fan base, largely attributed to word-of-mouth and the supportive online community.
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Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • Contemporary
2011
16-18 years
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