The Memory of Light
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
336
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2016
YA
14-18 years
The Memory of Light by Francisco X. Stork follows sixteen-year-old Victoria Cruz's journey of healing after a suicide attempt. Waking up in Lakeview Hospital, she meets other patients grappling with mental illnesses, such as depression and violent tendencies. Through therapy and new friendships, she learns to manage her condition and find hope, emphasizing the importance of social support in mental health recovery. This novel involves themes of suicide, depression, and drug addiction.
Emotional
Inspirational
Contemplative
Hopeful
Melancholic
6,717 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Francisco X. Stork's The Memory of Light garners praise for its realistic and sensitive portrayal of mental health struggles. Readers appreciate its honest and hopeful narrative, as well as its well-developed characters. However, some find the pacing slow and wish for deeper exploration of secondary characters. Overall, it’s impactful and thought-provoking.
Readers who appreciate emotional depth and relatable struggles will connect with The Memory of Light by Francisco X. Stork. Fans of Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher and It's Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini, which also delve into mental health issues among teens, will find this book compelling and thought-provoking.
6,717 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
336
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2016
YA
14-18 years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!