Emma meets Evan Mathews, a boy who takes an interest in her and forces her to confront her self-worth and break her silence.
The novel follows Emma Thomas, a sixteen-year-old in a wealthy Connecticut town who looks perfect on the outside—excellent student, varsity athlete—but is hiding horrific, ongoing abuse from her aunt. Reason to Breathe
This content focuses on Reason to Breathe by Rebecca Donovan, a powerful, emotional Young Adult novel that explores themes of abuse, resilience, and hope. Emma meets Evan Mathews, a boy who takes