Description: Praise for More Happy Than Not "This is definitely at the top of my YA list. There''s a realness to its main character, Aaron Soto, and his struggle to be who he really is. It confronts race and sexuality in a way I haven''t seen in the genre before." --Latina Magazine "Poignant . . . So engrossing that once you start it, you won''t be able to put it down. Don''t say we didn''t warn you." -- TeenVogue.com "This is a cry-on-the-subway book, so watch out." --MTV.com "Silvera''s debut is equal parts gut-punch and warm hug, not to mention sweet, funny, creative, and a really welcome entry to YA with regard to having characters coming from a lower socioeconomic background." --BN.com "Silvera, like [Benjamin Alire Senz], is a beautiful writer. Aaron''s story is heart-wrenching, funny, inspirational, and eye-opening. This is a really special novel from an extremely gifted new writer." --Bustle "Easily one of the most heart-wrenching you''ll read this year." --PasteMagazine.com "[Silvera] explores the possibilities of a world where death, and life, can be forgotten, roles rewritten and broken hearts mended. This is a story not just of a young man coming out, but a dramatic and heart-wrenching story of first loves, first heartbreaks, grief and the quest for happiness." --Shelf Awareness, STARRED REVIEW "For its explorations of sexuality, poverty, and race in the Bronx along with its subversion of the traditional hero''s journey, More Happy Than Not is one of this summer''s most anticipated YA debuts. And if you''re hesitant about its "YA" distinction, the novel is also an absorbing, thought-provoking, and timely read for people of all ages--perfect for a day on the beach." --NEXT Magazine "[A story] of love and expectation and self-discovery, and of declaring yourself to a world that will never give you a soft landing." --B&N Teen Blog "A mind-blowing story...a story about love, and acceptance that will absolutely break your heart." --PopCrush.com "This is not like any story you''ve ever read about self-discovery and acceptance. This is t he story about self-discovery and acceptance." --YA Books Central "Many readers will identify with Aaron, whether or not they are dealing with issues of orientation . . . Silvera draws wonderfully complex characters and deftly portrays the relationships among them. The true beauty of this book is the way Silvera subtly reveals the plot--readers find Aaron coming out to them in a gradual way." --VOYA "Vividly written and intricately plotted: a well-executed twist will cause readers to reassess what they thought knew about Aaron''s life... beyond gritty... Silvera pulls no punches." -- Publishers Weekly , Starred Review "A fresh spin on what begins as a fairly standard, if well executed, story of a teen experiencing firsts--first love, first sex, first loss--and struggling with his identity and sexuality... prejudice is illustrated with gut-wrenching brutality and its effects are scarring, but Silvera tempers it with the genuine love and acceptance Aaron receives from a few important friends and family members... ingenious." -- Booklist , Starred Review "Places a straightforward concept--what if you could erase unwanted memories?--squarely within an honest depiction of the pains of navigating the teen years and upends all expectations for a plot resolution . . . A multifaceted look at some of the more unsettling aspects of human relationships. A brilliantly conceived page-turner." -- Kirkus Reviews , Starred Review "A gripping read-Silvera skillfully weaves together many divergent young adult themes within an engrossing, intense narrative." --School Library Journal , Starred Review "Adam Silvera explores the inner workings of a painful world and he delivers this with heartfelt honesty and a courageous, confident hand. Combine these with a one-of-a-kind voice and a genius idea, and what you have is a mesmerizing, unforgettable tour de force." --John Corey Whaley, author of Where Things Come Back and Noggin "Adam Silvera is a voice missing in YA fiction. The honesty of his words and his ability to tell a story make you realize that we''ve been waiting for him. I''m blown away." --Holly Goldberg Sloan, author of Counting by 7s and I''ll Be There "An important new voice in YA literature, in More Happy Than Not Adam Silvera has created a passionate, searing narrative with characters who feel unique and totally familiar. I found myself rooting for Aaron Soto and his family from page one. More Happy Than Not is an unforgettable read." -- Alex London, author of Proxy and Guardian "A debut as deft as it is sharp, as honest as it is assured, and, above all, extremely moving. Silvera pulls his punches with an energy, daring, and intensity that left me spellbound--and reminded me why I love to read." --Adele Griffin, author of The Unfinished Life of Addison Stone "Inventive and daring, Silvera''s gritty debut kept me turning pages until 2 A.M. His writing crackles with challenging questions, searing and timely." --Aaron Hartzler, author of Rapture Practice "Aaron is one of the most interesting, authentic teen narrators I''ve met, and his story is told with incredible courage and unflinching honesty. Silvera managed to leave me smiling after totally breaking my heart. Unforgettable." --Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda "Adam Silvera''s More Happy Than Not is a fantastic magic trick I haven''t stopped thinking about since I finished reading and suspect will stay with me for some time to come." --Jasmine Warga, author of My Heart and Other Black Holes "Adam Silvera harnesses a certain reckless energy and unleashes it through the voice of Aaron Soto. Aaron Soto is astounding, full of heart, wit, youthful energy, and a deep desire to be honest about who he is in the world. He sinks into your skin so you can''t stop thinking about him even when you aren''t reading. High on story, character, and some perfectly-executed twists, I loved this book." --David Arnold, author of Mosquitoland

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