Ariel Crashes a Train

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LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD - A COSMOPOLITAN BEST YA BOOK OF THE YEAR - A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, BOOKLIST AND KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Exploring the harsh reality of OCD and violent intrusive thoughts in stunning, lyrical writing, this novel-in-verse conjures a haunting yet hopeful portrait of a girl on the edge. "A gorgeously kind, wonderfully gentle, and unfailingly compassionate depiction of OCD...bursting with light." --Ashley Woodfolk, critically acclaimed author of NOTHING BURNS AS BRIGHT AS YOU Ariel is afraid of her own mind. She already feels like she is too big, too queer, too rough to live up to her parents' exacting expectations, or to fit into what the world expects of a "good girl." And as violent fantasies she can't control take over every aspect of her life, she is convinced something much deeper is wrong with her. Ever since her older sister escaped to college, Ariel isn't sure if her careful rituals and practiced distance will be enough to keep those around her safe anymore. Then a summer job at a carnival brings new friends into Ariel's fractured world, and she finds herself questioning her desire to keep everyone out--of her head and her heart. But if they knew what she was really thinking, they would run in the other direction--right?

  • Author: Olivia a Cole
  • Publisher: Labyrinth Road
  • Pages: 464
  • ISBN: 9780593644669 (Hardcover)

Ships separately from our book distribution partner by USPS Media Mail. Media Mail usually takes 2 to 8 business days after shipping. If you order this with cards or other items, it will arrive in its own package.

Ariel Crashes a Train

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LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD - A COSMOPOLITAN BEST YA BOOK OF THE YEAR - A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, SCHOOL... Read more

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    LONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD - A COSMOPOLITAN BEST YA BOOK OF THE YEAR - A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, BOOKLIST AND KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Exploring the harsh reality of OCD and violent intrusive thoughts in stunning, lyrical writing, this novel-in-verse conjures a haunting yet hopeful portrait of a girl on the edge. "A gorgeously kind, wonderfully gentle, and unfailingly compassionate depiction of OCD...bursting with light." --Ashley Woodfolk, critically acclaimed author of NOTHING BURNS AS BRIGHT AS YOU Ariel is afraid of her own mind. She already feels like she is too big, too queer, too rough to live up to her parents' exacting expectations, or to fit into what the world expects of a "good girl." And as violent fantasies she can't control take over every aspect of her life, she is convinced something much deeper is wrong with her. Ever since her older sister escaped to college, Ariel isn't sure if her careful rituals and practiced distance will be enough to keep those around her safe anymore. Then a summer job at a carnival brings new friends into Ariel's fractured world, and she finds herself questioning her desire to keep everyone out--of her head and her heart. But if they knew what she was really thinking, they would run in the other direction--right?

    • Author: Olivia a Cole
    • Publisher: Labyrinth Road
    • Pages: 464
    • ISBN: 9780593644669 (Hardcover)

    Ships separately from our book distribution partner by USPS Media Mail. Media Mail usually takes 2 to 8 business days after shipping. If you order this with cards or other items, it will arrive in its own package.

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    Unused accessories, figures and books in their original packaging can be returned within 14 days of delivery. Trading card singles and sealed trading card product are final sale. Please email us before sending anything back.

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    Contact us within 7 days of delivery with your order number and a photo. We'll send a replacement or a full refund, including your original shipping cost, at no charge to you.

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