SuitabookAsk me how I got here
Christine Heppermann
- Reading
- You could read together or check in after the pregnancy and abortion are introduced. Let the reader set the pace, and offer space to talk without assuming how they feel about Addie's decision.
- Themes
- Pregnancy and abortion: Addie becomes pregnant after a careless night with her boyfriend and chooses to have an abortion. She believes it was the right decision for her, though her life feels different afterwards. The overview gives Addie's own view of her decision, but does not establish a broader narrative judgement or how the subject is treated throughout.
- Friendship and personal difficulty: Addie reconnects with former teammate Juliana, who is described as going through difficult times of her own. The reconnection is presented as part of what follows for Addie, but its effect on either character is not established.
- Worth knowing
- Pregnancy and abortion are central, and the overview describes Addie as unable to feel excited about anything afterwards. Consider whether these subjects are ones your reader would welcome discussing with you.