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The Story of Us

Deb Caletti
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The Story of Us

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012

Book Brief

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Deb Caletti

The Story of Us

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

389

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL660L

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Super Short Summary

The Story of Us by Deb Caletti follows a young woman, Cricket, as she navigates the complexities of love, family, and self-discovery. As her mother's upcoming wedding approaches, Cricket reflects on past relationships and explores her own future, balancing emotions and decisions during a transformative summer.

Romantic

Emotional

Heartwarming

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

3.7

6,022 ratings

57%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Story of Us by Deb Caletti explores themes of love and self-discovery, with vivid character development and poignant prose. Readers appreciate the emotional depth and relatable conflicts, though some find the pacing uneven. The realistic portrayal of relationships and familial bonds leaves a lasting impact, making it a compelling read for young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Story of Us?

A reader who enjoys The Story of Us by Deb Caletti is likely a fan of Young Adult romance and coming-of-age tales. They would appreciate emotional depth and introspection, comparable to fans of Sarah Dessen's Along for the Ride and John Green's The Fault in Our Stars. Themes of love, family, and self-discovery are prominent.

3.7

6,022 ratings

57%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

389

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

2012

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL660L

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