The Opposite of Innocent

“A wonderful novel, and an important #MeToo conversation starter.” (Gayle Forman, author of If I Stay and I Have Lost My Way)

“Sones is a seasoned hand at the verse novel, varying her poetic forms and measuring pace and impact through line breaks as she develops a realistic picture of a young teen’s thought patterns.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)

“A quick moving and emotionally charged novel that explores an important subject.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“In her signature style, Sones weaves a pulse-quickening tale of sexual abuse from young victim’s view. A portrait of suffering that will break readers’ hearts.” (ALA Booklist)

“This novel in verse concisely examines one girl’s experience of sexual abuse in a way that is both timely and relevant. A must-have for YA collections.” (School Library Journal)

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