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All the Truth That's in Me

Julie Berry
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All the Truth That's in Me

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

Book Brief

Julie Berry

All the Truth That's in Me

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colonial Village • Undefined Past

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL640L

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Super Short Summary

Published in 2013, All the Truth That's in Me by Julie Berry is a young adult historical fiction novel set in the fictional Puritan village of Roswell Station. It follows eighteen-year-old Judith, who, after returning from a two-year abduction with her tongue cut out, struggles to regain her voice and navigate village life. Sensitive topics include sexual molestation and violence.

Mysterious

Dark

Emotional

Melancholic

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.2

15,678 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Julie Berry's All the Truth That's in Me has garnered praise for its lyrical prose and engaging narrative, with readers appreciating its unique second-person perspective and emotional depth. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it is a compelling read with a strong, silent protagonist who captivates.

Who should read this

Who Should Read All the Truth That's in Me?

A reader who would enjoy All the Truth That’s in Me by Julie Berry is likely a fan of historical fiction and mystery, with a preference for strong, resilient protagonists. This book will appeal to those who appreciate novels such as Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson and Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein.

4.2

15,678 ratings

71%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colonial Village • Undefined Past

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL640L

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