"Please Ignore Vera Dietz" is a young adult novel by A.S. King that tells the story of Vera, a teenage girl struggling to come to terms with the death of her best friend, Charlie. As she navigates the grief and guilt of Charlie's death, Vera also has to contend with the challenges of high school, including bullying and ostracism from her peers. Through a series of flashbacks, the reader learns about Vera and Charlie's complex relationship, which was strained by secrets and misunderstandings. As Vera tries to unravel the mystery of Charlie's death, she discovers shocking truths about his life and the people around him. Along the way, she must also confront her own fears and doubts and find the courage to speak the truth. "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of friendship, grief, and the struggle to find one's voice. King's writing is raw and honest, capturing the emotional intensity of adolescence with sensitivity and insight.
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