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Standing Out: Sometimes Alone
In her first week as a college freshman, Gena recalls the
misery of middle school, the redemption of high school
and the challenge of social maneuvering as a devout
Christian in the LDS Church who secretly craves
popularity and a boyfriend. Now she wrestles with the
uncertainty of her bold decision to go to a college where
she will once again have to figure out how to be happy
while standing out, sometimes alone.
misery of middle school, the redemption of high school
and the challenge of social maneuvering as a devout
Christian in the LDS Church who secretly craves
popularity and a boyfriend. Now she wrestles with the
uncertainty of her bold decision to go to a college where
she will once again have to figure out how to be happy
while standing out, sometimes alone.
261 pages, Unknown Binding
First published September 1, 2013
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April 3, 2026I think this is by far my favorite friend group in a book (even if this is an autobiography)!!
February 23, 2015
I started reading the Kindle preview of this book when I was sick and woke up in the middle of the night and couldn't go back to sleep. Then I couldn't stop reading it and had to purchase the whole book, and finished by that afternoon. And then took a nap.
This is a great book about a smart girl finding her identity and deciding when to stand out and when to blend in. I read the Kindle version myself, but then I wanted to have a hard copy on hand to give to my daughter when this identity-forming time comes for her -- which seems to be coming more quickly than I had imagined. I have passed my hard copies around now to friends and neighbors and family members and it has been universally appreciated. A great, uplifting book to share with those you love.
This is a great book about a smart girl finding her identity and deciding when to stand out and when to blend in. I read the Kindle version myself, but then I wanted to have a hard copy on hand to give to my daughter when this identity-forming time comes for her -- which seems to be coming more quickly than I had imagined. I have passed my hard copies around now to friends and neighbors and family members and it has been universally appreciated. A great, uplifting book to share with those you love.
April 28, 2016
Amazing!
I am LDS and just moved into a new ward where my family and I got to meet a lady who, before reading this book, I already thought had a hilarious and kind attitude. Her name was Gena Mabee. I later found out about this book and decided to read it. It is one of the best, most honest,well written books I have ever read. She has a incredible story that had me in tears, and laughing hard. I am very VERY glad I read this book and would highly recommend it to anyone.
I am LDS and just moved into a new ward where my family and I got to meet a lady who, before reading this book, I already thought had a hilarious and kind attitude. Her name was Gena Mabee. I later found out about this book and decided to read it. It is one of the best, most honest,well written books I have ever read. She has a incredible story that had me in tears, and laughing hard. I am very VERY glad I read this book and would highly recommend it to anyone.
March 13, 2014
Did this one for book club and was lucky enough to have one of our members actually know the author. Great to have personal insight. Nice to connect with some of her fears. I think my girls would like this glimpse into having integrity during teen years and this proof of influence (both positive and negative) among peers.
January 3, 2014
I loved it! I felt like I was there, living her life with her. Really great read for young adults.
June 17, 2014
Written by a family friend, I still would have enjoyed this book even if I had never met the author. I love that her experiences are both unique and relatable.
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