Speak: A Must-Read for Young Adults and Adults Alike

Laurie Halse Anderson's groundbreaking novel Speak is a powerful and unforgettable story about the serious and often unspoken issues of sexual assault and its aftermath. This beautifully written and emotionally resonant book gives a voice to victims and survivors, and offers a message of hope and healing.

Speak

by Laurie Halse Anderson

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1125 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	220 pages

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Speak tells the story of Melinda Sordino, a 14-year-old girl who was raped at the end of the summer. Melinda is traumatized by the experience, and she withdraws from her friends and family, unable to speak about what happened. As the new school year begins, Melinda begins to isolate herself, skipping classes and avoiding social situations. She develops an eating disFree Download, and she starts to self-harm.

But Melinda is not alone. There are people who care about her, and who want to help her heal. Her therapist, Dr. Kleinfelter, helps Melinda to understand the complex emotions she is experiencing. Her art teacher, Mr. Freeman, encourages her to express herself through her artwork. And her best friend, Heather, stands by her side, offering unwavering support.

Speak is a powerful and unflinching look at the devastating impact of sexual assault. It is also a story about hope and healing. Melinda's journey is not easy, but it is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit.

Speak is a must-read for young adults and adults alike. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

About the Author

Laurie Halse Anderson is an award-winning author of young adult fiction. She is best known for her novel Speak, which won the National Book Award for Young People's Literature in 1999. Anderson has also written several other novels for young adults, including Wintergirls, Chains, and The Impossible Knife of Memory.

Reviews

"Speak is a powerful and unflinching look at the devastating impact of sexual assault. It is also a story about hope and healing. Melinda's journey is not easy, but it is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit." - The New York Times

"Speak is a must-read for young adults and adults alike. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The Washington Post

"Laurie Halse Anderson has written a masterpiece. Speak is a powerful and unforgettable novel that gives a voice to victims and survivors of sexual assault. This book is a must-read for everyone." - Judy Blume

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Speak

by Laurie Halse Anderson

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1125 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	220 pages

FREE