The Way I Am

From the bestselling author of The Way I Used to Be comes a raw, deeply emotional sequel about healing, trauma, love, and reclaiming your life. The Way I Am Now follows Eden as she navigates the aftermath of everything she survived — and begins the long, complicated journey toward rebuilding her identity and her future.

This novel is honest, vulnerable, and beautifully written — the kind of book that stays with you long after the last page.

What It’s About

Eden is trying to move forward.

New friendships. New love. New beginnings.

But healing isn’t simple, and the past doesn’t disappear just because you want it to. As Eden confronts her trauma and the legal aftermath, she must decide who she is and who she’s becoming.

It’s a story about survival, recovery, courage — and learning to speak your truth.

Why Readers Love It

• A powerful, long-awaited sequel with deep emotional payoff
• Honest representation of trauma, healing, and self-discovery
• Beautiful, lyrical writing that resonates with teens and adults
• Perfect for readers who connected with Eden’s journey in book 1
• Thought-provoking, hopeful, and cathartic

Who This Book Is For

• Fans of The Way I Used to Be
• Readers of Kathleen Glasgow, Colleen Hoover, and Laurie Halse Anderson
• Anyone healing from difficult experiences
• Those who want an authentic, emotional YA contemporary
• Gift buyers looking for meaningful, impactful fiction

A moving story about reclaiming your life — tender, painful, hopeful, and unforgettable.