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What They Always Tell Us
Average rating
4 out of 5
Based on 322 Ratings and 128 Reviews

Book Description
JAMES AND ALEX have barely anything in common anymore-least of all their experiences in high school, where James is a popular senior and Alex is suddenly an outcast. But at home, there is Henry, the precocious 10-year-old across the street, who eagerly befriends them both. And when Alex takes up running, there is James's friend Nathen, who unites the brothers in moving and unexpected ways.

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Book Information
PublisherDelacorte Press Books for Young Readers
BindingLibrary Binding (6 editions)
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages304
ISBN-100385905009
ISBN-13978-0385905008
Publication Date08/12/2008
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About Martin Wilson (Author) : Martin Wilson is a published author of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Martin Wilson include What They Always Tell Us, What They Always Tell Us, Uniquely Missi... more
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1/10/2011 Melissa Killian said:
This book was one of the best teen books I've read in awhile. It deals with a teen boy who recently attempted suicide and discovers that he is gay. He falls in love with one of his brother's best friends and has to decide how and when to tell his family. He also discovers a love for running, whic... more

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