The way i used to be

The Way I Used to Be by Amber Smith is a powerful and emotional coming-of-age novel that follows Eden, a teenage girl whose life is shattered after experiencing a traumatic assault. The story spans four years of her high school life, showing how she struggles with pain, silence, and self-destruction while trying to reclaim her identity. As she navigates friendships, love, and healing, the novel explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the journey toward self-acceptance.