49 pages 1 hour read

Matt de la Peña

I Will Save You

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010

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Reviews & Readership

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<I Will Save You> by Matt de la Peña has garnered praise for its compelling, emotionally charged narrative and complex character development. Readers appreciated the authentic portrayal of teen struggles and the engaging writing style. Some critics noted that the story's pacing could be uneven, and a few found the plot twists predictable. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read I Will Save You?

Ideal for readers aged 12-17 who enjoy gripping, contemporary YA fiction that explores themes of mental health, trauma, and redemption. Fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky and Looking for Alaska by John Green would particularly connect with this emotionally intense narrative.

Recommended

Reading Age

12-18years

Lexile Level

770L

Book Details

Topics
Depression / Suicide
Mental Illness
Education
Genre
Realistic Fiction
Education
Modern Classic Fiction
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Identity: Mental Health