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The Girl I Was (Deluxe Limited Edition) - by Jeneva Rose (Hardcover)

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  • From New York Times bestselling author, Jeneva Rose, comes a fully updated and expanded edition of THE GIRL I WAS, the first book she ever wrote, featuring six brand-new chapters from a fresh point-of-view.PRE-ORDER NOW to get a Deluxe Limited Edition with sprayed edges--available only on the first printing!
  • Author(s): Jeneva Rose
  • 304 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Magical Realism

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From New York Times bestselling author, Jeneva Rose, comes a fully updated and expanded edition of THE GIRL I WAS, the first book she ever wrote, featuring six brand-new chapters from a fresh point-of-view.

PRE-ORDER NOW to get a Deluxe Limited Edition with sprayed edges--available only on the first printing! This special first edition hardcover will include a gorgeous jacket, beautifully illustrated endpapers and sprayed edges.

"While packing a delightful punch of nostalgia, The Girl I Was delivers one of the most satisfying character transformations I've read in a while...Jeneva Rose's latest is witty and tender." --Shelby Van Pelt, New York Times bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures

"With The Girl I Was, Jeneva Rose proves she's not just a master of thrillers, but also matters of the heart." --Colleen Oakley, USA Today Bestselling author of The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise

"If at first you don't succeed, try, try again."

Alexis Spencer will use any inspirational quote to rationalize her failures and shortcomings. Her closest friends are a distant memory, and her college debt is still as high as the day she left. But that's all fine and dandy, because "whatever will be, will be."

However, when Alexis loses her job and her relationship on the same day, there's no quote strong enough to get her through that. In typical fashion, she blames the world for her problems, including her younger self, who should have tried harder.

Feeling sorry for herself, Alexis finds a bottle of vodka from her college days and goes on a bender, blacking out in the process. Only this time, she doesn't wake up at home, or in the right city. In fact, she isn't even in the right year.

Alexis is back in her college town in the year 2002.

Convinced this is her chance to do things over, she heads to her dorm--and comes face-to-face with her eighteen-year-old unruly self, who goes by Lexi because it's "sexier." Getting acclimated to life in the early 2000s is the easy part. Dealing with Lexi is where things prove difficult.

They might be the same person, but they couldn't be more different from one another. Now Alexis and Lexi must learn to get along and come to terms with the fact that alone, they will never make things right, but together, they could change their life for the better.



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"While packing a delightful punch of nostalgia, The Girl I Was delivers one of the most satisfying character transformations I've read in a while. Alexis and her romp back in time will charm anyone who has ever cringed at a photo of their younger self--or thought about the questions they never bothered to ask of their loved ones when they had the chance. Jeneva Rose's latest is witty and tender." --Shelby Van Pelt, New York Times bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures

"If you could go back and talk to your college self, what would you say? I was hooked at the concept and the true-to-life characters had me laughing, cringing, and crying in equal turns. Come for the 2002 college pop culture references (Juicy couture! Christina Aguilera! Frat beer pong!), stay for the witty banter and heart-rending life lessons Alexis learns along her time-travel adventure. With The Girl I Was, Jeneva Rose proves she's not just a master of thrillers, but also matters of the heart." --Colleen Oakley, USA Today Bestselling author of The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise

Dimensions (Overall): 9.25 (H) x 6.13 (W) x 1.19 (D)
Weight: 1.04
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 304
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Magical Realism
Publisher: Mira Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Jeneva Rose
Language: English
Street Date: July 15, 2025
TCIN: 93461971
UPC: 9780778387480
Item Number (DPCI): 059-01-1289
Origin: Made in the USA
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.23 inches length x 6.28 inches width x 9.22 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.02 pounds
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Q: How many new chapters are included in this edition?

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  • A: This edition includes six brand-new chapters that present a fresh perspective on the story.

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Q: Who is the target audience for this book?

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  • A: This book is suggested for readers aged 22 years and up, appealing especially to those interested in fiction and magical realism.

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Q: What themes are explored in 'The Girl I Was'?

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  • A: The novel explores themes of nostalgia, self-discovery, friendship, and the complexity of personal transformation.

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Q: What unique features does the Deluxe Limited Edition include?

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  • A: The Deluxe Limited Edition features sprayed edges, a beautiful jacket, and illustrated endpapers, exclusive to the first printing.

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Q: What is the main premise of the book?

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  • A: The book follows Alexis as she time travels back to 2002 to meet her younger self, Lexi, and confront their differences.

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