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All the Bright Places

By Jennifer Niven

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By Jennifer Niven

By Jennifer Niven

By Jennifer Niven

By Jennifer Niven

By Jennifer Niven

By Jennifer Niven
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By Jennifer Niven
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By Jennifer Niven
Read by Kirby Heyborne, Ariadne Meyers and Jennifer Niven

By Jennifer Niven
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    About All the Bright Places

    The beloved New York Times bestseller that Entertainment Weekly described as “sparkling” and says “get[s] under your skin.” You won’t soon forget this heart-wrenching, unflinching story of love shared, life lived, and two teens who find each other while standing on the edge.
     
     
    Theodore Finch is fascinated by death. Every day he thinks of ways he might kill himself, but every day he also searches for—and manages to find—something to keep him here, and alive, and awake.
     
    Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her small Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister’s recent death.
     
    When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school—six stories above the ground— it’s unclear who saves whom. Soon it’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink. . . .
     
     
    “A do-not-miss for fans of Eleanor & Park and The Fault in Our Stars, and basically anyone who can breathe.” —Justine Magazine
     
    “At the heart—a big one—of All the Bright Places lies a charming love story about this unlikely and endearing pair of broken teenagers.” —The New York Times Book Review 
     
    “A heart-rending, stylish love story.” —The Wall Street Journal
     
    “A complex love story that will bring all the feels.” —Seventeen Magazine
     
    “Impressively layered, lived-in, and real.” —Buzzfeed.com

    About All the Bright Places

    “A do not miss for fans of Eleanor and Park and The Fault in Our Stars, and basically anyone who can breathe.”–Justine Magazine

    A New York Times bestseller

    A 2016 Zoella Book Club Pick!
     
    Theodore Finch is fascinated by death, and he constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself. But each time, something good, no matter how small, stops him.
     
    Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister’s recent death.
     
    When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, it’s unclear who saves whom. And when they pair up on a project to discover the “natural wonders” of their state, both Finch and Violet make more important discoveries: It’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself—a weird, funny, live-out-loud guy who’s not such a freak after all. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink.
     
    This is an intense, gripping novel perfect for fans of Gayle Forman, Jay Asher, Rainbow Rowell, John Green, and Jenny Downham from a talented new voice in YA, Jennifer Niven.

    “At the heart—a big one—of “All the Bright Places” lies a charming love story about this unlikely and endearing pair of broken teenagers.” 
     — New York Times Book Review 

    “…this heartbreaking love story about two funny, fragile, and wildly damaged high school kids named Violet and Finch is worth reading. Niven is a skillful storyteller who never patronizes her characters—or her audience.”
    — Entertainment Weekly 

    About All the Bright Places

    “A do not miss for fans of Eleanor and Park and The Fault in Our Stars, and basically anyone who can breathe.”–Justine Magazine

    A New York Times bestseller

    Soon to be a major motion picture starring Elle Fanning!

    A 2016 Zoella Book Club Pick!
     
    Theodore Finch is fascinated by death, and he constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself. But each time, something good, no matter how small, stops him.
     
    Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister’s recent death.
     
    When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, it’s unclear who saves whom. And when they pair up on a project to discover the “natural wonders” of their state, both Finch and Violet make more important discoveries: It’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself—a weird, funny, live-out-loud guy who’s not such a freak after all. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink.
     
    This is an intense, gripping novel perfect for fans of Gayle Forman, Jay Asher, Rainbow Rowell, John Green, and Jenny Downham from a talented new voice in YA, Jennifer Niven.

    “At the heart—a big one—of “All the Bright Places” lies a charming love story about this unlikely and endearing pair of broken teenagers.” 
     — New York Times Book Review 

    “…this heartbreaking love story about two funny, fragile, and wildly damaged high school kids named Violet and Finch is worth reading. Niven is a skillful storyteller who never patronizes her characters—or her audience.”
    — Entertainment Weekly 

    About All the Bright Places

    “A do not miss for fans of Eleanor and Park and The Fault in Our Stars, and basically anyone who can breathe.”–Justine Magazine

    A New York Times bestseller

    Soon to be a major motion picture starring Elle Fanning!

    A 2016 Zoella Book Club Pick!
     
    Theodore Finch is fascinated by death, and he constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself. But each time, something good, no matter how small, stops him.
     
    Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister’s recent death.
     
    When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, it’s unclear who saves whom. And when they pair up on a project to discover the “natural wonders” of their state, both Finch and Violet make more important discoveries: It’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself—a weird, funny, live-out-loud guy who’s not such a freak after all. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink.
     
    This is an intense, gripping novel perfect for fans of Gayle Forman, Jay Asher, Rainbow Rowell, John Green, and Jenny Downham from a talented new voice in YA, Jennifer Niven.

    “At the heart—a big one—of “All the Bright Places” lies a charming love story about this unlikely and endearing pair of broken teenagers.” 
     — New York Times Book Review 

    “…this heartbreaking love story about two funny, fragile, and wildly damaged high school kids named Violet and Finch is worth reading. Niven is a skillful storyteller who never patronizes her characters—or her audience.”
    — Entertainment Weekly 

    About All the Bright Places

    The Fault in Our Stars meets Eleanor and Park in this exhilarating and heart-wrenching love story about a girl who learns to live from a boy who intends to die.

    Soon to be a major motion picture starring Elle Fanning!
     
    Theodore Finch is fascinated by death, and he constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself. But each time, something good, no matter how small, stops him.
     
    Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister’s recent death.
     
    When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, it’s unclear who saves whom. And when they pair up on a project to discover the “natural wonders” of their state, both Finch and Violet make more important discoveries: It’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself—a weird, funny, live-out-loud guy who’s not such a freak after all. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink.
     
    This is an intense, gripping novel perfect for fans of Jay Asher, Rainbow Rowell, John Green, Gayle Forman, and Jenny Downham from a talented new voice in YA, Jennifer Niven.

    Includes a PDF Help Line Resource Guide and a Note Read by the Author.

    About All the Bright Places

    The Fault in Our Stars meets Eleanor and Park in this exhilarating and heart-wrenching love story about a girl who learns to live from a boy who intends to die.

    Soon to be a major motion picture starring Elle Fanning!
     
    Theodore Finch is fascinated by death, and he constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself. But each time, something good, no matter how small, stops him.
     
    Violet Markey lives for the future, counting the days until graduation, when she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief in the wake of her sister’s recent death.
     
    When Finch and Violet meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, it’s unclear who saves whom. And when they pair up on a project to discover the “natural wonders” of their state, both Finch and Violet make more important discoveries: It’s only with Violet that Finch can be himself—a weird, funny, live-out-loud guy who’s not such a freak after all. And it’s only with Finch that Violet can forget to count away the days and start living them. But as Violet’s world grows, Finch’s begins to shrink.
     
    This is an intense, gripping novel perfect for fans of Jay Asher, Rainbow Rowell, John Green, Gayle Forman, and Jenny Downham from a talented new voice in YA, Jennifer Niven.

    Includes a PDF Help Line Resource Guide and a Note Read by the Author.

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    About Jennifer Niven

    Jennifer Niven is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe, as well as the popular Velva Jean series. She is also the author of several non-fiction books, including Ada Blackjack, The Aqua-Net Diaries, and The Ice Master, which was named a… More about Jennifer Niven

    About Jennifer Niven

    Jennifer Niven is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe, as well as the popular Velva Jean series. She is also the author of several non-fiction books, including Ada Blackjack, The Aqua-Net Diaries, and The Ice Master, which was named a… More about Jennifer Niven

    About Jennifer Niven

    Jennifer Niven is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe, as well as the popular Velva Jean series. She is also the author of several non-fiction books, including Ada Blackjack, The Aqua-Net Diaries, and The Ice Master, which was named a… More about Jennifer Niven

    About Jennifer Niven

    Jennifer Niven is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe, as well as the popular Velva Jean series. She is also the author of several non-fiction books, including Ada Blackjack, The Aqua-Net Diaries, and The Ice Master, which was named a… More about Jennifer Niven

    About Jennifer Niven

    Jennifer Niven is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe, as well as the popular Velva Jean series. She is also the author of several non-fiction books, including Ada Blackjack, The Aqua-Net Diaries, and The Ice Master, which was named a… More about Jennifer Niven

    About Jennifer Niven

    Jennifer Niven is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe, as well as the popular Velva Jean series. She is also the author of several non-fiction books, including Ada Blackjack, The Aqua-Net Diaries, and The Ice Master, which was named a… More about Jennifer Niven

    Product Details

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Romance | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Paperback | $10.99
    Published by Ember
    Sep 13, 2016 | 416 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385755917

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Romance | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Hardcover | $20.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    Jan 06, 2015 | 400 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385755894

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Romance | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Hardcover | $18.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    Jan 06, 2015 | 400 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385755887

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Romance | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues

    Ebook | $7.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    Jan 06, 2015 | 416 Pages | Young Adult | ISBN 9780385755900

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Romance | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues | Audiobooks

    CD | $50.00
    Published by Listening Library (Audio)
    Jan 06, 2015 | 660 Minutes | Young Adult | ISBN 9780553552195

    Category: Teen & Young Adult Fiction | Teen & Young Adult Romance | Teen & Young Adult Social Issues | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $25.00
    Published by Listening Library (Audio)
    Jan 06, 2015 | 664 Minutes | Young Adult | ISBN 9780553552201

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    Praise

    “At the heart – a big one – of “All the Bright Places” lies a charming love story about this unlikely and endearing pair of broken teenagers.” 
     — New York Times Book Review 

    “…this heartbreaking love story about two funny, fragile, and wildly damaged high school kids named Violet and Finch is worth reading. Niven is a skillful storyteller who never patronizes her characters – or her audience.”
    — Entertainment Weekly 

    “Many teen novels touch on similar themes, but few do it so memorably.”
    —Kirkus Reviews, starred review  

    “In her YA debut, adult author Niven creates a romance so fresh and funny. . . The journey to, through, and past tragedy is romantic and heartbreaking, as characters and readers confront darkness, joy, and the possibilities—and limits—of love in the face of mental illness.”
    —Publishers Weekly, starred review

    “The writing in this heartrending novel is fluid, despite the difficult topics… Finch in particular will linger in readers’ minds long after the last page is turned.”
    —School Library Journal, starred review

    “Ultimately, the book, with narration that alternates between Finch and Violet, becomes Violet’s story of survival and recovery, affirming the value of loving deeply, grieving openly, and carrying your light forward.”

    —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books 


    “Have The Fault in Our Stars withdrawal? Pick up this heartrending novel about a girl who vows to live with purpose after bonding with a boy who plans to end his own life.” 
    — SELF Magazine

    “It’s touching, vibrant, and an impressively honest depiction of depression.”
     — BuzzFeed

    A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2015

    A Miami Herald Best Books for Children 2015

    GoodReads Choice Awards 2015 Young Adult Fiction Category Winner

    A TIME Top Young Adult Book of 2015

    A NPR 2015 Guide to Great Reads Book 

    Awards

    Eliot Rosewater Indiana High School Book Award WINNER 2016

    Colorado Blue Spruce Young Adult Book Award NOMINEE 2017

    Louisiana Young Reader’s Choice Award NOMINEE 2018

    Pennsylvania Young Reader’s Choice Award NOMINEE 2015

    Rhode Island Teen Book Award NOMINEE 2017

    South Carolina Children’s Book Award NOMINEE 2016

    Tennessee Volunteer State Book Award NOMINEE 2016

    Wyoming Soaring Eagle Book Award NOMINEE 2017

    ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults FINALIST 2017

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