

That's Not What Happened
Books | Young Adult Fiction / Social Themes / Friendship
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Kody Keplinger
From New York Times bestseller Kody Keplinger comes an astonishing and thought-provoking exploration of the aftermath of tragedy, the power of narrative, and how we remember what we've lost.It's been three years since the Virgil County High School Massacre. Three years since my best friend, Sarah, was killed in a bathroom stall during the mass shooting. Everyone knows Sarah's story--that she died proclaiming her faith.But it's not true.I know because I was with her when she died. I didn't say anything then, and people got hurt because of it. Now Sarah's parents are publishing a book about her, so this might be my last chance to set the record straight . . . but I'm not the only survivor with a story to tell about what did--and didn't--happen that day.Except Sarah's martyrdom is important to a lot of people, people who don't take kindly to what I'm trying to do. And the more I learn, the less certain I am about what's right. I don't know what will be worse: the guilt of staying silent or the consequences of speaking up . . .
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Author
Kody Keplinger
Pages
336
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published Date
2018-08-28
ISBN
133818654X 9781338186543
Ratings
Google: 5
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"This book really laid out the idea of school shootings in an educational and eye-opening way. It shows the trauma that it leaves on students, and the way that false rumors and fabricated lies can spread as an effect. The story was interesting and suspenseful as well."
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Jess
"This was definitely a unique story that brings to light the fact that rumors are not always true. It really goes to show the impact school violence can have on people's lives. I believe this book is a great example of how people make mistakes and scars do heal. Truly a must-read."
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"I read this one a while ago, but this was fantastic!"
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"10/10 always kept me on my toes. great book and the description of lee’s panic attacks were great. definitely reread worthy."
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"I really liked this book because it kept things real. It really showed me that the story you may hear may not always be true. "
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"I liked this book alot it really gives u alot of knowledge but in general is just interesting and it was so fun to read."
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"if you’re thinking about reading this, do it. "
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"This book was really good ( my true rating: 3,75 ⭐️) I recommend this to everyone so that more people will be aware of shooting and more awareness on this sad reality that is going on. "
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"I love how it shows how empty you can be after dealing with trama and being parinoid for simple things"
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