The Sea Is Salt and So Am I

The Sea Is Salt and So Am I

by Cassandra Hartt

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4.0 stars from 76 reviews

350 pages~5.8 hr readPublished by Roaring Brook Press

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  • You're drawn to character-driven stories where the emotional weight feels earned and the relationships messy and real.
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  • You're looking for escapism rather than a mirror held up to difficult family dynamics and shame.

About this book

The Sea Is Salt and So Am I is a YA contemporary debut that explores whether the secrets we keep and the people we love can change who we are. West Finch, a small Maine town, is one hurricane away from falling into the sea. Sixteen-year-old Harlow Prout is determined to save her hometown, but struggles to get out of her own way and find help. Her best friend Ellis MacQueen avoids problems by running away—including from his broken relationship with his twin brother, Tommy. Tommy is dealing with depression that has worsened significantly. When Tommy goes out for a swim he doesn't intend to survive, his unexpected return triggers a shift between the three teens. This sets off a chain of events that tests their loyalties, sparks new romance, and reveals painful secrets. The story unfolds from multiple perspectives, examining what it means to love and trust both ourselves and others.

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