13 Reasons Why Paperback – Illustrated, March 7, 2017

As I sat down to read the Thirteen Reasons Why 10th Anniversary Edition, I found myself captivated by the raw vulnerability and emotional rollercoaster that this book took me on. Jay Asher has masterfully crafted a story that delves into the delicate intricacies of teenage life, addressing the dark realities that many young minds grapple with silently.The 10th Anniversary Edition offers a revamped reading experience, with additional content that enhances the story's impact. The author's foreword provides valuable insights into the inspiration behind the book and the impact it has had on readers over the past decade. It serves as a reminder of the importance of discussing mental health and the consequences of our actions, making this edition a must-have for fans and new readers alike.Thirteen Reasons Why presents a unique narrative structure, weaving together the perspectives of the protagonist, Clay Jensen, and the voice of Hannah Baker, the girl who tragically took her own life. The dual narration provides a mesmerizing contrast and keeps the reader engaged, as we unravel the reasons why Hannah decided to end her life.What truly sets this book apart is its ability to tackle sensitive topics such as bullying, depression, and sexual assault with utmost honesty and empathy. Asher handles these themes with care, never trivializing the pain Hannah endured, but rather forcing us to confront the consequences of our actions and the power that our words hold.The character development is exceptional, allowing us to witness the profound impact of Hannah's story on those who receive her tapes. Clay's journey, as he navigates the tapes and confronts his own guilt, is both heart-wrenching and relatable. Through his eyes, we experience the weight of regret and the importance of reaching out to those who might be silently struggling.Thirteen Reasons Why is not an easy read. It's raw, intense, and emotionally draining, but it's also undeniably powerful. It serves as a reminder to be kinder to one another, to listen, and to understand the potential consequences of our actions. While some argue that the book's content is too dark for young readers, I believe that it offers an invaluable opportunity for open discussions about mental health and the importance of compassion.In conclusion, the Thirteen Reasons Why 10th Anniversary Edition is an absolute must-read for anyone who seeks to understand the complexities of teenage life and the impact our choices can have on others.

Thirteen Reasons Why is a novel that has had a lot of hype and talk over the last couple of years and somehow it never seemed to work its way to the top of my TBR pile. That is, until recently. Jay Asher will be coming to a local Teen Book Festival on May 17th and I thought that finally I needed to read one of his novels. Touching, emotional, gut-wrenching and thought provoking contemporaries are one of my favorite genres to read. As much as I hate having mascara running down my cheeks, I love knowing that someone was able to write something real enough to affect me. That is precisely what Thirteen Reasons Why did.It is a contemporary novel written with dual narratives: first is Clay Jensen who is a high school student that returns home from school one day to find a mysterious package sitting on his porch. There is no return address and he is intrigued. Wouldn’t you be? Packages generally make me squeal with joy. Unfortunately, this was not the kind of package that one would look forward to or expect. Inside are thirteen cassettes that were recorded by Hannah Baker—the second narrator, a girl that Clay had a crush on; a girl who committed suicide just two weeks earlier. On her first tape Hannah explains what the cassettes are all about. That there are thirteen reasons that Hannah made the decision to end her life. If the tapes end up on your doorstep you are one of the reasons why. Clay tries mulling it over in his mind, thinking back to each and every interaction he has had with her. How is it possible that he is one of the reasons that Hannah ended her life? It has to be some kind of mistake. But it’s not.Along with the cassettes there is a map that Hannah put together of different locations throughout town which are important in her story. Over one evening Clay spends his time listening to the tapes that Hannah recorded before ending her life and he follows Hannah’s story across town. He listens to each of the stories knowing that each of these interactions led to her suicide. He tries desperately to figure out where he fits into the puzzle. Not each and every person was a saint but there were many people whose actions were not intentional. They were not all trying to hurt Hannah, to push her over the edge… which made me realize something. One small action, one simple interaction could easily do one of two things: push someone over the edge, talk them down from jumping. Maybe you don’t think that what you are doing is directly affecting someone, but it could be. Hannah was a prime example. And while many reviewers have said that her reasons for ending her life weren’t good enough I have to disagree. We are all different; we all think differently and process things differently. While something might feel as if it is no big deal to you, it may be the last straw for somebody else. And how would that feel knowing that you could have done something a little bit different and that someone might still be here?-Jen Brown, dark-readers.com

This book was hard to read, emotionally. It was an intense journey through a teenage girl's life, told after her suicide and what led to it. It's heartbreaking, it keeps you guessing and wondering why these 13 people are named as a reason for her suicide. The way it's told is simply genius. Nothing like I've read before.

Conoci la novela gracias a la serie y debo admitir que a pesar de que ya sabia lo que iba a pasar aun asi me engancho. En la novela la manera de contar las cintas es un tanto diferente a la serie ya que se enfoca principalmente en Clay (no como en la serie donde se le da tiempo a los demas personajes secundarios) pero en lo personal me gusto mucho y fue una lectura muy entretenida.Lo compre en su edicion en pasta blanda y llego en buen estado.

Het boek wat ik heb besteld krijg ik met scheurtjes en etc binnen…Verder een leuk boek

Compre este libro para practicar inglés y la verdad que estoy contenta. Estéticamente está muy bien, es de tapa blanda, un libro. Es muy interesante y está bien para leer y practicar si tienes un nivel de inglés medio.

If you believe that every little thing affects us in life, and every seemingly small incident can have a ‘snowball’ effect that can either make or ruin a life, this book is for you.Jay Asher has put together an intricate tale of about a dozen young adults through sheer craftwork. He puts the little crumbs all along the way, and as we go on, we discover the astonishing connections among their lives, and with the tragedy with which the story begins.The narration is quite unique that uses audio tapes recorded by a dead person, and the reflections of the person listening to them. Asher uses a pretty simple but evoking language that appeals and touches young hearts. Although there are many characters, the fact that each of them reflect a distinct personality by their actions, the plot never gets muddled up. The shift in the narrative between Clay and Hannah gives us an enriching insight in both of their minds.It raises questions on casual, unrestrained lewd and rude behaviour of some, which can have disastrous effects on tender hearts. It also advocates the fact that we should act with courage and try to avoid which can be avoided rather than regret later on and suffer the guilt.All in all, the story is one of the best young adult works of all time, and has rightly achieved an iconic status.