Citation: Smith, A. (2016). The way I used to be (R. Ross, Narr.) [Audiobook]. Simon and Schuster Audio.
Content Warning: This novel explores sexual assault, bullying, abuse, drugs and alcohol consumption.
Honest, heartbreaking and raw, The Way I Used to Be follows Eden through high school after she is sexually assaulted by her brother’s best friend in her Freshman year. Eden’s inner turmoil affects all aspects of her life as she learns to come to terms with her trauma.
This is a powerful and necessary read for family and friends of survivors who wish to better understand the physical and emotional effects of sexual assault, and for survivors looking for relatable stories on their path to healing.