I was really hesitant to read my heart and other black. I felt that this story very accurately displayed what its like to feel that kind of depression and the desperation that comes along with it. Her book, my heart and other black holes depicts the story of every people dealing with same emptying battle. My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga circle books. I didnt expect to love my heart and other black holes as much as i did. Yes, this novel is messed up and sad and shocking at times to think that someone would want a sort of motivational coach to make sure they achieve death, but suicide pacts do happen, especially with teens, so no matter. Click on a title, author name or category to see similar books. If you like my heart and other black holes you might like similar books extraordinary means, made you up, playlist for the dead, anatomy of a misfit, i was here. A friend convinced me to read it, and im glad she did. Rebecca lowman sixteenyearold physics nerd aysel is obsessed with plotting her own death. I realize that you never could have loved me and that hurt more than i care to admit but god even if i. My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga published by harper collins on 20150210 genres.
Find books like my heart and other black holes from the worlds largest community of readers. This novel deserves a lot more attention, and it really shows you a lot. Feb 10, 2015 any teen whos ever felt like an outsider will be able to relate to aysels and romans fully realized characters. As it is, my heart and other black holes is reminiscent of judy blume novels like tiger eyes, with its heroines pain made plain in straightforward, even blunt firstperson prose, but the precise.
My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga is a beautifully written, standout debut in the growing subgenre of contemporary realistic ya fiction about young characters dealing with the aftermath of, or contemplating, suicide. My heart is a stunning debut that deals with suicide and depression and unlike many other books in the genre, it opens up a can of. My heart and other black holes whatshouldireadnext. Review my heart and other black holes by jasmine warga. My heart is a stunning debut that deals with suicide and depression and unlike many other books in the genre, it opens up a can of worms that actually spends time developing and giving the reader a sense of resolution and conclusion. Based on the book my heart and other black holes by jasmine warga. Her books have been published in over twentyfive countries and optioned for film. Mar 26, 2015 my heart and other black holes by jasmine warga. Sixteenyearold physics nerd aysel is obsessed with plotting her own death. But its rarer to see books like jasmine wargas my heart and other black holes, which treats suicide as a mystery before it happens. Debut novelist warga addresses adolescent depression and suicide with honesty and grace in this story of a scientificminded turkishamerican 16yearold who is preparing to end her life. Jasmine warga seventeenyearold aysels hobbyplanning her own deathtake a new path when she meets a boy who has similar plan of his own.
Here you can find handpicked readalike recommendations for more than 4000 contemporary books and 3000 authors. It crushes down on you, making even the smallest things like tying your shoes or chewing on toast seem like a twentymile hike uphill. If the class is studying epic poetry like paradise lost, theyre probably reading ginsburgs epic howl, which addresses suicide, the biggest theme in the novel. This book made me feel things in a way no other book has. This is an extraordinary debut by a striking new voice in ya fiction that left me in awe and moved beyond measure. And its not like my heart and other black holes, another book about teen depression. Jasmine warga, author of my heart and other black holes, on the taboo of talking about depression and mental health. My heart and other black holes jasmine warga ebook. February 17, 2015 jasmine wargas debut young adult novel my heart and other black holes follows two teens who make a suicide pact, in a carefully layered character study. It examines how depression affects relationships and vice versa. What people are saying about my heart and other black holes. My heart and other black holes audiobook listen instantly. My heart and other black holes jasmine warga hardcover.
My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga published by harpercollins on 20150210 genres. Shes the tear in my heart, im alive, shes the tear in my heart, im on fire, shes the tear in my heart. Her books have been published in over twentyfive countries and named to several state reading lists. Sep 24, 2014 my heart and other black holes by jasmine warga published by harper collins on 20150210 genres. Her debut middle grade book is other words for home. My heart and other black holes n y journal of books.
With a mother who can barely look at her without wincing, classmates who whisper behind. Jul 29, 2016 i know that the old excuse, i dont know the title, but it was blue, is meant to be a joke, but lets face it. But my taste in music is your face, and it takes a song to come around to show you how. My heart and other black holes is one of the best books ive read this year. I made this as a part of my extended project qualification. Ya, contemporary, depression, suicide, mental health, poc main character. Jasmine warga is the author of my heart and other black holes, which has been translated into over twenty languages, and here we are now. A fearless, taboobusting debut, sensitive and authentic, but laced with pitchperfect black humour. Read a sample read a sample read a sample read a sample enlarge book cover audio excerpt. A stunning novel about the transformative power of love, perfect for fans of jay asher and laurie halse anderson. Kindle even though aysel and roman have nothing in common, they slowly start to fill in each others broken lives. Jasmine warga author of my heart and other black holes. Depression and mental illness, young adult goodreads amazon the book depository fully booked sixteenyearold physics nerd aysel.
She is the internationally bestselling author of my heart and other black holes and here we are now. I was hesitant going into it because its a contemporary that deals with depression and suicide. My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga plot. My heart and other black holes handles the sensitive topic of suicide expertly, with absolutely no patronizing or glamorization. Warga doesnt romanticize depression, and theres something equally beautiful and pensive about that. Apr 07, 2015 my heart and other black holes is a great read for its interesting perspective on the ya mental health genre. Ya, contemporary, depression, suicide, mental health, poc main character the book is about 16 years old aysel leyla seran, who is obsessed with plotting her death. My heart isnt broken but its still missing pieces i thought that you could fill the holes of but now i know that the only one who can fill the black holes in my heart is me.
And where some books failed, my heart and other black holes didnt. If you liked my heart and other black holes by jasmine warga, here are some books like this. It seemed like a narration from outside of depression. Additionally, she is the author of young adult novels, my heart and other black holes and here we are now. But warga, who divulges in the authors note her personal encounter with depression, creates a heartening, realistic conclusion. Gavin extence, author of the universe versus alex woods my heart and other black holes is alive with intensity, gutwrenching honesty, moments of humor, andof courseheart. My 5 biggest issues with the way all the bright places. She is the author of the novels for teens my heart and other black holes, which has been translated into over twenty languages, and here we are now. The countdown at the beginning of each chapter to the couples death date the same day romans sister died will help propel readers forward to a hopeful if not entirely unexpected ending. And yet, the book leaves you with such a warm feeling of hope.
Feb 20, 2016 depression is like a heaviness that you cant ever escape. My heart and other black holes is a book about depression, overcoming it, if you didnt know depression is a common mental disorder, characterized by sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low selfworth, disturbed sleep or appetite, feelings of tiredness, and poor concentration. When they meet, romans good looks and compassion are unexpected distractions. Jasmine wargas debut middle grade book, other words for home, is a newbery honor book. I believe theres a recent rise in ya books dealing with depression and suicide, and my heart and other black holes is. Dec 22, 2015 this book will probably cause you to feel like you have a black hole inside your chest yourself. My heart and other black holes delves into the lives of two suicidal teens who make a pact to be each other s suicide partner. May 31, 2016 my heart and other black holes is alive with intensity, gutwrenching honesty, moments of humor, andof courseheart. Ive never read a novel quite like it, and while the writing wasnt ostentatious or exceptionally brilliant, it.
May 31, 2018 many books have been written about depression. This is a book i read last year, called my heart and other black holes. My heart and other black holes is so heavy it makes you feel like drowning, but it is well worth keeping yourself afloat till the. It shows both ends of the spectrum from hopeless to hope. Perfect for fans of jay asher, lauren oliver, and gayle forman. This book will probably cause you to feel like you have a black hole inside your chest yourself. My heart and other black holes bookish and awesome. Basically, elements that equal mallory running in the opposite direction of. Aysel and roman felt like they were each the only person in the world with no one to understand them. See the newest novels, discuss with other book lovers, buy romance books online. Any teen whos ever felt like an outsider will be able to relate to aysels and romans fully realized characters.
It wrote depression for what it really is and the harsh reality that comes with it. Thus she makes a suicide pact with roman, a teen she finds on a website for those considering suicide. This is the kind of book that will leave you breathless, feeling as if you will never be able to pick up another book ever again. Mar 09, 2015 in short, my heart and other black holes moved me. Use the alphabetical lists below to look up a favorite book or author and then click see readalikes to discover similar books. Aug 22, 2015 i really loved my heart and other black holes, and it doesnt matter what genre you like to read, you definitely have to pick this book up. The plot is compelling and idea of depression is coherent. Jasmine lives in a house filled with books with her husband, two tiny daughters, rowdy dog, and mischievous cat. Nova ren suma, author of imaginary girls and the walls around us a stunning novel about the transformative power of love, perfect for fans of jay asher and laurie halse anderson. Books like this one can be both uplifting and triggering, depending on the person. The book is about 16 years old aysel leyla seran, who is obsessed with plotting her death. Both holes and the brief wondrous life of oscar wao read as modern mythology, featuring two curseafflicted protagonists who cant catch a break.
My heart and other black holes is alive with intensity, gutwrenching honesty, moments of humor, andof courseheart. My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga is great. My heart and other black holes by jasmine warga, paperback. In my heart, the characters decide that getting help is worth a try. My heart and other black holes was a unique and at times painful ya read about dealing with depression and guilt. With a mother who can barely look at her without wincing, classmates who whisper behind her back, and a father whose. Goodreads members who liked my heart and other black holes.
Jasmine warga is a writer from cincinnati, ohio who currently resides in chicago, illinois. She is the internationally acclaimed author of other words for home, my heart and other black holes, and here we are now. A novel a lyrical, provocative, and highly acclaimed debut novel about two teens who make a suicide pactand fall in love in the process. With a mother who can barely look at her without wincing, classmates who whisper behind her back, and a fa. A stunning novel about the transformative power of love, perfect for fans of reasons why by jay asher. With thanks to my actors amy wood, ben warren and ollie parnham. I was tired of trying to find a decent audiobook, so i decided to make my own. My heart and other black holes audiobook, by jasmine warga. My heart and other black holes and over 8 million other books are available for amazon kindle. Alive with intensity, gutwrenching honesty, moments of humor, andof courseheart. May 20, 2017 my heart and other black holes by jasmine warga. My heart and other black holes jasmine warga anjing. The countdown at the beginning of each chapter to the couples death date the same day romans sister died will help propel readers forward to a hopeful if not entirely unexpected.
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