We Come Apart is great for reluctant readers as its verse format makes the text easy to understand and less intimidating but the content is mature enough to keep a teen interest. It tells a story of love and friendship through dual perspectives. Jess is from an abusive, miserable home and acting out seems to be the only way to deal with it. Nicu has recently emigrated to the UK from Romania and is struggling to find his place in the world. The two meet through community service and their friendship slowly morphs into something more. Finding solace in each other, they find a way to battle their sadness and to put themselves back together.
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