The Start of Me and You
The Start of Me and You
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Indiana • Contemporary
2015
YA
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Start of Me and You by Emery Lord follows a person named Paige Hancock who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and new beginnings after a personal loss. As Paige navigates friendships, family dynamics, and budding relationships, she learns about resilience, love, and the importance of facing fears to move forward.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Start of Me and You by Emery Lord is praised for its authentic portrayal of grief and the healing process. Reviewers commend its relatable characters and heartfelt storytelling. Some criticism points to predictable plot elements, but overall the novel is appreciated for its emotional depth and positive representation of friendships and familial bonds.
Who Should Read The Start of Me and You?
A reader who enjoys YA contemporary fiction with emotional depth and character growth would appreciate The Start of Me and You by Emery Lord. Fans of books like To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han and Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell will find this heartwarming and relatable novel appealing.
23,327 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Start of Me and You is set in the fictional town of Chester Falls, inspired by the author's love for creating relatable small-town vibes in her novels.
Emery Lord has mentioned in interviews that she wrote the book to explore themes of resilience and self-discovery, drawing from her personal experiences during her own high school years.
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The book has been praised for its authentic and heartfelt portrayal of friendships, particularly the bond among the group of girls in the story.
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Novel • Fiction
Indiana • Contemporary
2015
YA
14-18 years
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