23 pages • 46 minutes read
Gayle FormanWhere She Went
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Where She Went by Gayle Forman, the sequel to If I Stay, follows Adam Wilde, whose rock band is extremely successful but who remains tormented by the sudden departure of his high school girlfriend, Mia Hall, now a professional cellist. Adam struggles with substance dependency and alienation until a chance encounter with Mia leads to a night of reconnection and the revelation of why she left. The book features themes of loss, sacrifice, and the aftermath of grief.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Gayle Forman's Where She Went receives favorable marks for its emotional depth and vivid character development, effectively resonating with readers who appreciate romance and drama. Criticisms focus on predictable plot twists and pacing concerns. Overall, it's noted for strong emotional engagement but occasionally falters in narrative innovation.
Who Should Read Where She Went?
Readers who would enjoy Where She Went by Gayle Forman are often fans of young adult romance and emotional journeys. They appreciate character-driven narratives seen in novels like John Green's The Fault in Our Stars and Stephanie Perkins' Anna and the French Kiss. This audience tends to favor stories of love, loss, and personal growth.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
HL800LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Values/Ideas: Fame