Asking for It

In this gripping Printz Honor Book, 18-year-old Emma O'Donovan's summer takes a dark turn after a wild party leaves her unconscious and with no memory of the night. When she wakes up at home, disoriented and injured, she discovers that her friends are avoiding her, and her reputation is in ruins due to shocking photos posted online. As the images go viral, a criminal investigation unfolds, igniting a media frenzy and divisive reactions in her small Irish town. Emma's story reveals the troubling impact of social media and the complexities of public perception amidst personal trauma.