Along for the Ride
A Novel
What's it about
Ever feel like you're stuck on the sidelines of your own life? What if one summer could change everything, teaching you how to finally say yes to new experiences, face your fears, and discover who you're truly meant to be? This story follows Auden, a teenage insomniac who spends her nights roaming her quiet beach town. When she meets the mysterious and equally sleepless Eli, they embark on a quest to help Auden experience all the childhood fun she missed. You'll discover how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to unexpected friendships, first love, and the courage to rewrite your own story.
Meet the author
Sarah Dessen is a New York Times bestselling author and recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature. Drawing from her own experiences waitressing and her deep understanding of teenage life, Dessen crafts authentic stories about growth, family, and self-discovery. Her novels, including Along for the Ride, are celebrated for their relatable characters and heartfelt explorations of the pivotal moments that define us during the summer before everything changes.
What's it about
Ever feel like you're stuck on the sidelines of your own life? What if one summer could change everything, teaching you how to finally say yes to new experiences, face your fears, and discover who you're truly meant to be? This story follows Auden, a teenage insomniac who spends her nights roaming her quiet beach town. When she meets the mysterious and equally sleepless Eli, they embark on a quest to help Auden experience all the childhood fun she missed. You'll discover how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to unexpected friendships, first love, and the courage to rewrite your own story.
Meet the author
Sarah Dessen is a New York Times bestselling author and recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature. Drawing from her own experiences waitressing and her deep understanding of teenage life, Dessen crafts authentic stories about growth, family, and self-discovery. Her novels, including Along for the Ride, are celebrated for their relatable characters and heartfelt explorations of the pivotal moments that define us during the summer before everything changes.
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