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# The Way I Used to Be

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desertcart.com: The Way I Used to Be: 9781481449366: Smith, Amber: Books

Review: Interesting and Disturbing - Good book - I enjoyed the book but the subject matter is not appropriate for some ages.
Review: Hope in the Face of Adversity - "The Way I Used to Be" by Amber Smith is a poignant and powerful exploration of trauma and recovery through the eyes of a young woman named Eden. After a devastating incident with her brother’s best friend shatters her sense of safety and identity, Eden's once straightforward life becomes a complex web of confusion, anger, and silence. As she grapples with the emotional fallout, she buries her pain and struggles to adapt to the changing landscape of her adolescence. Told across four parts—freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior year—Smith intricately weaves Eden's journey through the challenges of growing up, including the realities of first love, heartbreak, and the often tumultuous nature of friendship. While the narrative dives deep into the scars left by trauma, it also highlights Eden's resilience and the gradual realization of her own strength. As she learns to confront her past and embrace her survival, "The Way I Used to Be" serves as a powerful testament to the complexities of healing, making it an essential read for anyone seeking understanding and hope in the face of adversity.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #955 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction on Physical & Emotional Abuse (Books) #2 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction about Emotions & Feelings #2 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction on Girls' & Women's Issues (Books) |
| Book 1 of 2  | The Way I Used to Be |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (17,327) |
| Dimensions  | 5.5 x 0.9 x 8.25 inches |
| Edition  | Reprint |
| Grade level  | 9 - 12 |
| ISBN-10  | 1481449362 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1481449366 |
| Item Weight  | 2.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 400 pages |
| Publication date  | March 7, 2017 |
| Publisher  | Margaret K. McElderry Books |
| Reading age  | 14 years and up |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Interesting and Disturbing
*by L***Y on January 13, 2026*

Good book - I enjoyed the book but the subject matter is not appropriate for some ages.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope in the Face of Adversity
*by M***E on September 25, 2024*

"The Way I Used to Be" by Amber Smith is a poignant and powerful exploration of trauma and recovery through the eyes of a young woman named Eden. After a devastating incident with her brother’s best friend shatters her sense of safety and identity, Eden's once straightforward life becomes a complex web of confusion, anger, and silence. As she grapples with the emotional fallout, she buries her pain and struggles to adapt to the changing landscape of her adolescence. Told across four parts—freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior year—Smith intricately weaves Eden's journey through the challenges of growing up, including the realities of first love, heartbreak, and the often tumultuous nature of friendship. While the narrative dives deep into the scars left by trauma, it also highlights Eden's resilience and the gradual realization of her own strength. As she learns to confront her past and embrace her survival, "The Way I Used to Be" serves as a powerful testament to the complexities of healing, making it an essential read for anyone seeking understanding and hope in the face of adversity.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ so incredibly devastating and good
*by H***A on January 9, 2026*

Read this if you need a good cry, it is beautifully written. This book was the first time I ever read a book in less than one week.

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