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The third chapter in "The Kaitlyn Chronicles."

Kaitlyn Simons is now living in New Hampshire. A new home, a new life. Until something horrible happens, something that rocks her world and the world of those around her. But Kaitlyn is a survivor, a fighter, and she will rise above her greatest challenge and face down a cruel threat.


**Acclaim for the Novels of Elaine Babich**

“Heartbreaking and Touching. A powerful story of a teenager’s struggle with anorexia, told in a straight forward and powerful way, without talking down to the reader and without being overly sentimental. You Never Called Me Princess is an honest look at what could happen when a young girl decides to lose weight at all costs. Should be mandatory reading for any parent who suspects their child might have an eating disorder. I believe the novel will show the reader that there are answers to their problems, and that they are not alone. Highly recommended. An important novel.”
—J.R. Rain, author of Moon Dance and The Body Departed

“An intriguing debut and an excellent read. Gripping and touching, a story written from the heart. Elaine Babich has fashioned a story that many young girls could relate to. In the end we are left with a poignant glimpse into the beauty of family and the love of life and the wonder that connects us all.”
—Summer Lee, author of Angel Heart and Kindred Spirits

“I loved this book and want to recommend it to teenage girls, especially. The heroine is likable, and one to whom YA readers will relate. High moral values, with exploration into body image and excellent life lessons, with no preachiness. Five stars!”
—Eve Paludan, author of Letters from David and Taking Back Tara

“Elaine Babich has created such a vivid tale of teenage angst and redemption—one that will stay with me for a long time.”
—Aiden James, author of The Vampires’ Last Lover and Plague of Coins

150 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 28, 2011

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Elaine Babich

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Elaine Babich currently lives in Southern California with her husband and three children. For more about Elaine and her books, please find her on Facebook.

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201 reviews3 followers
November 3, 2017
Loved this as much as the first one. Kaitlyn is a very innocent and sweet girl and it is evident how she is growing up.....her narration is less blabber and more serious and mature; I really liked how the character develops. I also feel very sorry for her as she has so much to deal with and she disappears into her chaotic family life. The poor girl really carries too much responsibility. Looking forward to the (unfortunately) last book in this series
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257 reviews5 followers
July 16, 2012
This was a good story where the main character who has already battled a eating disorder finds out she has a serious medical condition. One that she will have to monitor for the rest of her life. I liked this book, but I have a daughter who has battle many medical issues so this one hit home a bit. Gave me a little bit of "teen insight". I like the main character in this book and I have enjoyed reading this series "reading" her growing up. If my daughter was in her early teens (she is an adult now) I would recommend this book for her. Now that my daughter is so old (she thinks) anything I recommend is automatically "dorky". :)
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188 reviews
May 12, 2011
This author really likes to cut the story off at the end. I always feel like she ends it in the middle of something. There isn't another book after this one that's out yet, so it is kind of annoying. Otherwise, this one is a lot like the first one, but it does keep the love story from the second book going which is the only reason I kept reading it. I guess I just don't click with the anorexia/ bulimia issue she struggles with. I don't understand it and probably never will, but I'm sure it's good for young girls with the issue to read books about someone who overcomes it.
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May 8, 2015
Five stars for the story, minus one star because the choppy sentences are really starting to bother me. This book reads like a 13 year old's diary, at first it was okay because she was so young & it was in character. Throughout the series it has not improve & mature the way Kaitlyn's character has. Also, there were many typos which lead me to the conclusion that Ms Babich would really benefit from a good editor....
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226 reviews17 followers
May 9, 2015
Good read , well written. Great book for anyone suffering from an eatting disorder , also great for loved ones . These books so far talk about it from the patient sick with the disorder and from friends and families view point. Read falling again and will reviewing that one next. Starting last book in this series this evening. I think " Jumping Down " is last book of this series if not I will keep Reading till the very last book/pages :)
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February 15, 2016
97p Kaitlyn Simons is now living in New Hampshire. A new home, a new life. Until something horrible happens, something that rocks her world and the world of those around her. But Kaitlyn is a survivor, a fighter, and she will rise above her greatest challenge and face down a cruel threat.
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351 reviews1 follower
May 6, 2016
Good reminder that no one is ever healed, we all have to keep working at it and ask for help when we feel our of control.
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