Hannah wanted those people she felt slighted by to hurt as much as she was hurting. This book was about revenge not about suicide. This book is sending out the wrong message to children.

While those people played a rather large part in significant events in her life, mostly by starting rumors or doing things they felt okay about because of the rumors. She records messages for 13 people she holds accountable for her need to kill herself and ensures that these tapes are delivered to all 13 people. In this book, Hannah, commits suicide, but blames it on other people. These are the kids that are reading this book and perhaps getting the wrong message about suicide and taking responsibilities for your own actions. I was first introduced to this book by a few of my 8th graders who read it, but wanted to read as part of our after-school book club. While it was well written, as far as interest and development, I have a HUGE issue with the message of the book. 'synopsis' may belong to another edition of this title.I gave this book one star, but it took me a long time to come to this conclusion. It’s free and confidential.įind more resources at .įind out how you can help someone in crisis at. Need to talk? Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) anytime if you are in the United States. He becomes a firsthand witness to Hannah's pain, and as he follows Hannah’s recorded words throughout his town, what he discovers changes his life forever. If he listens, he'll find out why.Ĭlay spends the night crisscrossing his town with Hannah as his guide. Hannah's voice tells him that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Inside he discovers several cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker-his classmate and crush-who committed suicide two weeks earlier. is to press play.Ĭlay Jensen returns home from school to find a strange package with his name on it lying on his porch. “ Thirteen Reasons Why will leave you with chills long after you have finished reading.” - Amber Gibson, NPR’s “All Things Considered” thriller-like pacing.” - The New York Times

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Thirteen Reasons Why by Asher Jay