52 pages • 1 hour read
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Stay by Catherine Ryan Hyde follows 14-year-old Lucas, who forms life-changing friendships while dealing with family struggles and emotional turmoil. Set in the 1960s, the story explores themes of mental health, connection, and resilience. Lucas supports others while finding his own path to healing and understanding.
Stay by Catherine Ryan Hyde is praised for its poignant and emotionally resonant storytelling. Reviewers appreciate the well-developed characters and heartwarming exploration of friendship and healing. Criticisms include a predictable plot and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it's a touching read that resonates with fans of uplifting, character-driven narratives.
A reader who enjoys Stay by Catherine Ryan Hyde is likely drawn to heartfelt, character-driven stories exploring themes of friendship, resilience, and personal growth. Fans of A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman or The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion would appreciate the emotional depth and nuanced relationships in this novel.
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Natural World: Animals
Relationships: Family
Modern Classic Fiction
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