Every Last Word

**”Every Last Word”** is a contemporary novel written by **Tamara Ireland Stone**. The story follows **Sam Monroe**, a popular high school junior who struggles with a secret: she’s living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Sam feels trapped in a world of anxiety, but everything changes when she joins a poetry club at school, where she discovers the power of writing and self-expression.

Through the club, Sam meets a diverse group of students, including **Carson**, a boy who makes her feel seen in a way she hasn’t felt before. As she grows closer to Carson and her new friends, Sam begins to confront her mental health issues and understand her identity beyond her disorder. However, her journey is complicated by her strained relationships with her family and friends, and a major secret about Carson threatens everything.

The novel blends themes of mental health, friendship, love, and self-discovery, with a focus on overcoming personal struggles and finding your voice. “Every Last Word” also includes poetry and personal reflections, adding a rich layer to the narrative as Sam learns to express herself.

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