![]() ![]() But most importantly, it reminds us of so many loved ones of those suffering from anxiety or depressive disorders who want to shout, 'Just speak! Just say something! Just be normal!' Now we get to walk with Elise and understand her struggles. ![]() The story moves along quickly to broach themes of forgiveness and friendship. Readers will take to Elise right away: she is smart and earnest, and like many of us, social norms can elude her. For an interconnected generation that can sometimes assume silence is ignorance or a personal slight, this is a must read. " After Zero takes us into the world of selective mutism and helps us find a story in the silence. "A gripping debut novel about a girl struggling to find her voice and discover her past." - Carol Weston, author of Speed of Life and Girltalk "An eloquent journey through the pain of growing up, this tender and truthful book stays with you long after the words have gone." - Patricia Forde, author of The List Elise's journey will speak to anyone who has struggled to find their voice, overcome their doubts, and discover their own self worth." - John David Anderson, author of Granted and Posted "A powerful and poetic novel about the power of words to shape who we are and who we can be. ![]()
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