That's Not What Happened

Have you ever wondered what happens when a story you're part of gets twisted into something unrecognizable? This summary explores the heavy burden of a public lie and the courage it takes to finally set the record straight, even when it means challenging a beloved hero. You'll follow Leanne, the sole survivor of a school shooting, who has lived with a false narrative for years. Discover the complex reasons she and other survivors stayed silent and what finally pushes her to reclaim her own story, revealing the messy, complicated, and human truth of what really happened.

Kody Keplinger is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of numerous acclaimed young adult novels, including The DUFF, which was adapted into a major motion picture. Born with a rare eye condition, she has been legally blind her entire life, a personal experience that deeply informs the authentic portrayal of disability and trauma in That's Not What Happened. Her powerful perspective brings a unique and necessary voice to contemporary fiction, exploring complex truths with honesty and empathy.