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What I Thought Was True

Huntley Fitzpatrick
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What I Thought Was True

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014

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Huntley Fitzpatrick

What I Thought Was True

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

422

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seashell Island • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

What I Thought Was True by Huntley Fitzpatrick follows a teenager navigating love, family, and friendship over a summer on an island. The protagonist confronts past relationships and explores new ones while dealing with complex family dynamics and personal growth. Themes of self-discovery and forgiveness are central to the narrative.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

25,566 ratings

60%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

What I Thought Was True by Huntley Fitzpatrick offers a poignant exploration of summer romance and personal growth. Positive reviews highlight the well-developed characters and authentic depiction of young love, while some critiques point to a slow start and predictable plot elements. Overall, it’s praised for its emotional depth and relatable narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read What I Thought Was True?

Fans of thoughtful, romantic YA literature like To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han and The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han will enjoy What I Thought Was True by Huntley Fitzpatrick. Ideal for those who appreciate character-driven stories with emotional depth and intricate relationships set in evocative coastal settings.

3.9

25,566 ratings

60%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

422

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seashell Island • Contemporary

Publication Year

2014

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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