A Step Toward Falling
A Step Toward Falling
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Brief
384
Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2015
YA
15-18 years
HL730L
Super Short Summary
In A Step Toward Falling by Cammie McGovern, Emily and Lucas are tasked with community service at a center for people with disabilities after failing to help Belinda, a girl with a developmental disability, during a sexual assault. Through this experience, they learn important lessons about empathy, understanding, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities. This book contains themes of sexual assault.
Inspirational
Emotional
Hopeful
Heartwarming
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
3,677 ratings
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Review Roundup
A Step Toward Falling is praised for its delicate handling of sensitive themes and its authentic portrayal of its characters' growth journeys. The narrative, addressing disability and accountability, is both heartfelt and thought-provoking. However, some critics feel the pacing lags in places, which may detract from engagement. Overall, it’s a meaningful read with valuable life lessons.
Who Should Read A Step Toward Falling?
Fans of heartfelt contemporary YA novels with strong themes of empathy, disability awareness, and personal growth will enjoy A Step Toward Falling by Cammie McGovern. Ideal for readers of Wonder by R.J. Palacio or Looking for Alaska by John Green, this book offers a poignant exploration of redemption and friendship.
3,677 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
384
Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2015
YA
15-18 years
HL730L
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