THE LOVELY BONES BY: ALICE SEBOLD

Series #: StandaloneHardcover/Paperback: paperbackGenre: YA, Mystery, Fantasy, Crime, ThrillerPages: 328Published Date: April 2004Condition: ExcellentMy name was Salmon, like the fish; first name, Susie. I was fourteen when I was murdered on December 6, 1973.So begins the story of Susie Salmon, who is adjusting to her new home in heaven, a place that is not at all what she expected, even as she is watching life on earth continue without her -- her friends trading rumors about her disappearance, her killer trying to cover his tracks, her grief-stricken family unraveling. Out of unspeakable tragedy and loss, The Lovely Bones succeeds, miraculously, in building a tale filled with hope, humor, suspense, even joy. excellent for everyday use. excellent materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.