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49) Peters, Julie Anne. BY THE TIME YOU READ THIS I'LL BE DEAD. Hyperion: 2010
YA novel. Daelyn Rice has been bullied her entire life, whether it was for her past weight problem or because she currently does not talk. She has previously attempted suicide several times and now discovers a Web site called Through-the-Light, which is for suicide "completers." The members share stories of bullying, molestation, etc., and encourage each other's ultimate goal. Meanwhile, Daelyn meets a boy named Santana. She wants nothing to do with him; his presence and determination to draw her out of her shell only annoy her. Over time, however, she finds herself drawn to him. Will their connection be enough for Daelyn to change her plans?
YA novel. Daelyn Rice has been bullied her entire life, whether it was for her past weight problem or because she currently does not talk. She has previously attempted suicide several times and now discovers a Web site called Through-the-Light, which is for suicide "completers." The members share stories of bullying, molestation, etc., and encourage each other's ultimate goal. Meanwhile, Daelyn meets a boy named Santana. She wants nothing to do with him; his presence and determination to draw her out of her shell only annoy her. Over time, however, she finds herself drawn to him. Will their connection be enough for Daelyn to change her plans?