The Way I Used to Be, Amber Smith 
Book
Young Adult
Book
Young Adult
Updated: 12 April 2025
No rape or sexual assault
Rape or sexual assault mentioned in passing (in discussion and/or implied)
Sexual harassment (e.g. verbal or non-consensual touching/grabbing)
Sexual relationship between adult and teenager
Child sexual abuse
Incest
Attempted rape
Rape strongly implied/details surrounding a rape discussed in detail (i.e. the events before/after)
Detailed/vivid description of rape

Description

The main topic of the book is the rape of an adolecent by a college aged family friend. The main character dates an adult who is not aware of her age. She is repeatedly harrassed and assaulted. We learn that her rapist has also assaulted his sister. There is a very detailed description of assault.

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