jennifer niven

All the Bright Places: A Story of Love, Loss, and Finding Yourself

An Unforgettable Tale of Two Teens on the Edge

This New York Times bestseller, described by Entertainment Weekly as "sparkling" and a story that "get[s] under your skin," is a heart-wrenching and unflinching exploration of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Get ready to be captivated by the story of Theodore Finch and Violet Markey, two teenagers who find solace and connection in each other while facing their own personal demons.

Theodore Finch: A Boy Haunted by Death

Theodore Finch is a complex character who is deeply fascinated by death. He constantly contemplates suicide, yet simultaneously seeks out the beauty and wonder in life. He struggles with his inner demons, but manages to find reasons to keep going, to stay alive, and to experience the world with intensity.

Violet Markey: Grieving and Searching for a Future

Violet Markey is consumed by grief after the tragic death of her sister. She counts down the days until graduation, dreaming of escaping her small town and the painful memories that haunt her. Her life is a series of routines and rituals, a shield against the raw emotions that threaten to overwhelm her.

A Chance Encounter with Life-Changing Consequences

Their paths collide on the ledge of the school's bell tower, six stories above the ground. In this moment of shared vulnerability, they find a connection that transcends their individual struggles. Finch helps Violet to see the beauty in the present, encouraging her to embrace life rather than simply enduring it. Violet, in turn, becomes a beacon of hope for Finch, reminding him of the reasons to keep fighting.

A Love Story That Will Stay with You Long After You Finish the Book

As their bond strengthens, Violet’s world expands, while Finch’s begins to shrink. This poignant contrast highlights the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing each moment.

**Prepare to be moved by a story that is both heartbreaking and hopeful. "All the Bright Places" is a testament to the power of love, the resilience of the human spirit, and the importance of finding beauty in even the darkest of times.**

What Readers Are Saying:

* **"A do-not-miss for fans of Eleanor & Park and The Fault in Our Stars, and basically anyone who can breathe."** - Justine Magazine

* **"At the heart—a big one—of All the Bright Places lies a charming love story about this unlikely and endearing pair of broken teenagers."** - The New York Times Book Review

* **"A heart-rending, stylish love story."** - The Wall Street Journal

* **"A complex love story that will bring all the feels."** - Seventeen Magazine

* **"Impressively layered, lived-in, and real."** - Buzzfeed.com

**"All the Bright Places" is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt lost, alone, or afraid. This book is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope.**

<p>From the author of the New York Times bestseller All the Bright Places comes a heart-wrenching story about what it means to see someone - and love someone - for who they truly are. Everyone thinks they know Libby Strout, the girl once dubbed 'America's Fattest Teen'. But no one's taken the time to look past her weight to get to see who she really is. Since her mum's death, she's been picking up the pieces in the privacy of her home, dealing with her heartbroken father and her own grief. Now, Libby's ready: for high school, for new friends, for love, and for EVERY POSSIBILITY LIFE HAS TO OFFER.</p>

<p>I know the part I want to play here at MVB High. I want to be the girl who can do anything. Everyone thinks they know Jack Masselin too. Yes, he's got swagger, but he's also mastered the art of fitting in. What no one knows is that Jack has a secret: he can't recognize faces. Even his own brothers are strangers to him. He's the guy who can re-engineer and rebuild anything, but he can't understand what's going on with the inner workings of his own brain. So he tells himself to play it cool: Be charming. Be hilarious. Don't get too close to anyone. Until he meets Libby. When the two get tangled up in a cruel high school game which lands them in group counseling, Libby and Jack are both angry, and then surprised. Because the more time they spend together, the less alone they feel. Because sometimes when you meet someone, it changes the world - theirs and yours. Jennifer Niven delivers another poignant, exhilarating love story about finding that person who sees you for who you are - and seeing them right back.</p>

<p>All The Bright Places: Film Tie-In</p>

<p>Now a major film starring Elle Fanning and Justice Smith on Netflix.</p>

<p>A compelling and beautiful story about a girl who learns to live from a boy who wants to die.</p>

<p>Theodore Finch constantly thinks of ways he might kill himself, but each time something good stops him.</p>

<p>Violet Markey exists for the future, counting the days until she can escape her Indiana town and her aching grief for her late sister.</p>

<p>When they meet on the ledge of a tower, what might have been their end turns into their beginning.</p>

<p>It's only with Violet that Finch can truly be himself - a funny guy who's able to find the joy in life. And when Violet's with Finch, she forgets to count away the days and starts to live them.</p>

<p>But as Violet's world grows, Finch's begins to shrink. He's trying to cling on to all the good things in his life, but will it be enough this time?</p>

<p>'If you're looking for the next The Fault in Our Stars, this is it' - Guardian</p>

<p>'This book is amazing - I couldn't put it down' - Zoe Sugg</p>

<p>'A searingly honest and heartbreakingly poignant tale about the power and beauty of love' - Heat</p>

<p>'Sparkling' - Entertainment Weekly</p>