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I'll Be There Paperback – June 12, 2012

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Emily Bell believes in destiny. To her, being forced to sing a solo in the church choir--despite her average voice--is fate: because it's while she's singing that she first sees Sam. At first sight, they are connected.Sam Border wishes he could escape, but there's nowhere for him to run. He and his little brother, Riddle, have spent their entire lives constantly uprooted by their unstable father. That is, until Sam sees Emily. That's when everything changes.As Sam and Riddle are welcomed into the Bells' lives, they witness the warmth and protection of a family for the first time. But when tragedy strikes, they're left fighting for survival in the desolate wilderness, and wondering if they'll ever find a place where they can belong. Beautifully written and emotionally profound, I'll Be There is a gripping story that explores the complexities of teenage passions, friendships, and loyalties.

I'LL BE THERE has 14 publishers:
U.S.A. / Little, Brown
England/Picadilly Press
Brazilian Portuguese / Novo Conceito
German / Arena Verlag
Hebrew / Kinneret
Dutch / Querido
French / Gallimard
Simplified Chinese / Hachette-Pheonix
Swedish / B. Wahlstroms
Finland / WSOY
Spanish / Ediciones SM
Catalan / Cruilla
Korean / GaeAm NaMu
Turkish / Detay Yayincilik

It has been honored with:

* The Children's Literature Council of Southern California 2012 Award for Best YA Fiction
* YALSA Best Books for Young Adults (2012)
* A Los Angeles Library Best Book For Teens (2012)
* Milwaukee County Teen Book Finalist (2011)
* Chicago Public Library Best of the Best (2012)
* Field Family Foundation Teen Author Pick -- Free Public Library Philadelphia 2011
* Rahn Emanuel's Reader - Chiciago Public Library Teen Book for July 2012
* Finalist State of South Dakota -- Teen Book of the year 2012-2013
* Finalist State of Missouri -- Teen Book of the Year 2012-2013
* Finalist State of Arkansas -- Teen Book of the Year 2012 - 2013

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12 years and up
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416 pages
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English
Grade level

7 and up
Lexile measure

810L
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5.5 x 1.04 x 8.25 inches
Publisher

Little, Brown
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June 12, 2012
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0316122769
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A 2012 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults BookA 2011 Los Angeles Public Library Best of YA BookA 2011 Chicago Public Library Best of the Best BookA Colorado Blue Spruce Book Award NomineeA South Dakota Young Adult Reading Program BookA Connecticut Teen Nutmeg Award NomineeA Washington Evergreen YA Book Award NomineeA Missouri Gateway Award NomineeA Holland Golden List Award Winner

* "Illustrates how we are all connected in big and small, positive and negative ways....[This] riveting story will keep readers interested and guessing until the end."―School Library Journal, starred review

* "[A] life-affirming exploration of the subtleties of love, compassion, and relationships. . . . Like the song it was named for, this book is hard to get out of your head."
―The Horn Book, starred review

* "Sloan builds characters rich with depth and realism.... A terrific read, quick to capture the audience, this book will make readers sing the melody in their hearts."―VOYA, starred review

"[Sloan] has fashioned a cast of memorable characters with compelling stories and relationships."―Kirkus Reviews

"Sam and Riddle are wonderfully appealing characters that readers will root for....A highly suspenseful read with a dynamic, cinematic quality that keeps the pages turning to the satisfying conclusion."―Booklist

"Sloan delivers a cinematic, psychologically nuanced first novel...[and] excels at crafting memorable characters and relationships."―Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Holly Goldberg Sloan is the author of the New York Times bestselling Counting by 7s and the highly acclaimed novel I'll Be There, and has written and directed a number of successful family feature films. She was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and spent her childhood living in California; the Netherlands; Istanbul; Washington, DC; and Oregon. The mother of two sons, Holly lives with her husband in Santa Monica, California.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown; Reprint edition (June 12, 2012)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316122769
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316122764
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 810L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 and up
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1.04 x 8.25 inches

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Holly Goldberg Sloan was born in Michigan and spent her childhood living in Holland, Turkey, Washington DC, Berkeley, California and Eugene, Oregon. She was the screenwriter on the Disney baseball film ANGELS IN THE OUTFIELD, and she was the screenwriter and the Director on Disney's THE BIG GREEN. The mother of two sons, Holly lives with her husband, television writer and illustrator Gary Rosen, in Santa Monica, California. She has published six novels, including Counting By 7s, Short, I'll Be There and Appleblossom the Possum. Her books have appeared on over 44 state reading lists, and have won awards around the world.

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truly wonderful

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 16, 2011

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I'LL BE THERE is a wonderful book. I've hesitated to write a review because I'm not sure I'll be able to really pin down its excellence, explain why it was so satisfying. A lot of things I guess. The writing is beautiful and spare, balanced. Sloan communicates intense emotion, scenes both troubling and lovely, in a balanced way that sinks right down to the nerve but never gives you whiplash. The setting is contemporary, everyday, but there's a whiff of fairy tale about the whole book in the most marvelous way. The three young heroes, Emily, Sam, and Riddle, leap right off the page. I loved all three of them.

It does everything just right. The bond between Sam and Riddle. Sam's wariness, Emily's determination, the advance and retreat of their relationship. The menace of Sam and Riddle's father, who's completely unhinged. And I'LL BE THERE has one of the most satisfying endings of any book I've read in a while. No spoilers - just that in a book that's so excellent on every page, throwing out all the stops and bringing it to such a perfect conclusion is a marvel.

Highly recommended. Wonderful, wonderful book.

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What a rare find

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 23, 2011

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Although I've read thousands of books, and I've enjoyed a number of them, this is my first review. I actually felt compelled to write it. I began and finished the book today and even when I put it down, it stayed with me. Only the best books do that. What made it so gripping was the emotion it evoked. I felt each of the characters and their singular personalities and emotions. What a tremendous job Ms. Sloan did in creating different voices for each and making them so distinct and meaningful to the story.

This book defies any attempt to label it. Wrenching and difficult themes of abuse were skillfully interwoven with more joyful themes of sibling love and young romance. I especially enjoyed the relationship that developed between Riddle and Emily's mother Debbie, and some of the scenes between the two and his memory of them were simply beautiful to read.

I'll Be There was a emotional and joyous journey from beginning to end. I know it will stick with me for a long time to come. Thank you, Ms. Sloan.

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Gripping Story you don't want to miss

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This was a wonderful book. It has so many life lessons and teaches compassion, understanding and love. I found it to be a gripping story that I just couldn't wait to find out what happened next. A great read for all ages. I read Just Caal My Name first & was thrilled to learn there was a prequel. Both were excellent books.

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Mike Klinzing

Loved this book!!!

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This is such a good book. We first came across this book at 1/2 price book’s clearance section but shared this copy with a cousin. It is so good and seriously is now on my list of all time favorites now. My 13 year old son and 15 year old daughter also loved the book.

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A gorgeous book for all ages.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 3, 2011

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I'LL BE THERE is a beautifully-written, haunting debut by Holly Goldberg Sloan. It tells the story of two brothers, Sam and his younger brother Riddle, raised in a harrowing and sheltered home. Sam is at the age where he wants to join the outside world. This comes in the form of Emily, a girl who he sees at church one day. Their fierce love for each other is what this book is centered around. It's a gorgeous story of family loyalty, young love. It has lots of laughs, a climactic adventure scene, and wonderful characters you won't soon forget.

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Phyllis Walker

I'll Be There

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 17, 2012

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Good information was given before I purchased the book. It arrived in perfect condition. I enjoyed this book because of the message it gave about not judging someone just on looks, where they live or not fitting in. It also gives hope to somone who is unfortunate but learns to rise above their circumstances and about a family willing to love.

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Shayla

Beautifully written story of destiny...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 19, 2012

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This was one of the most beautifully written books I have ever read. I literally could not put the book down. I read the book in 2 days and when I finished it, I wished that I hadn't. I just wanted to keep reading about the characters and find out more about how their stories end. I hope that the author writes a sequel. I definately reccommend this book to all ages. It is a great read and a feel-good story.

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Zoe Harris

Similar to Eleanor & Park

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 23, 2014

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The story is very similar to Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell. The differing worlds within the love story and secrets each person hides are in both books... I love them both. Eleanor & Park is slightly better written and longer of a read.

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Kat

Best book ever

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on May 11, 2014

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This is an amazing book that you will find in the teenage section of the library but everyone of any age should read it. It is a moving, traumatic story that I could read over and over. I was in tears , the writing is brilliant and the characters have you gripped in their journey. There is as sequel to follow.

Kat

Wonderful, emotional and clever

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 8, 2013

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I was not expecting much from this book as it was so cheap and I had not read the author before. However I truly loved this book, there is love, drama, grit and a fight won against all odds. Very cleverly written, interwoven story lines that leave you satisfied that you nearly guessed but not quite. Though a work of fiction it is a wonderful heartfelt story that links with a lot of people's reality.

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Enthralling

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 1, 2013

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Aimed at the young teens but an excellent read for those slightly older. Well written and an original story. Could not put it down until I got to the end.

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Brilliant

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 9, 2013

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This book is brilliant made me smile, made me cry it was such a brilliantly written story.
Really enjoyed it.

JJ

Surprising and funny

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 18, 2013

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The story unravels slowly with wry humour and a twist at the end - i couldn't put it down until i'd read the whole book