--- product_id: 103579570 title: "The Way I Used to Be" price: "3253 som" currency: KGS in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/103579570-the-way-i-used-to-be store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # The Way I Used to Be **Price:** 3253 som **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Way I Used to Be - **How much does it cost?** 3253 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/103579570-the-way-i-used-to-be) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: The Way I Used to Be eBook : Smith, Amber: Kindle Store Review: Great read! - This book is beautifully written. The plot can be really heavy, so I recommend it for people 18yrs or older. Gives the reader a great understanding trauma and resilience. Have a box of tissues next to you. Review: Hope in the Face of Adversity - "The Way I Used to Be" by Amber Smith is a poignant and powerful exploration of trauma and recovery through the eyes of a young woman named Eden. After a devastating incident with her brother’s best friend shatters her sense of safety and identity, Eden's once straightforward life becomes a complex web of confusion, anger, and silence. As she grapples with the emotional fallout, she buries her pain and struggles to adapt to the changing landscape of her adolescence. Told across four parts—freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior year—Smith intricately weaves Eden's journey through the challenges of growing up, including the realities of first love, heartbreak, and the often tumultuous nature of friendship. While the narrative dives deep into the scars left by trauma, it also highlights Eden's resilience and the gradual realization of her own strength. As she learns to confront her past and embrace her survival, "The Way I Used to Be" serves as a powerful testament to the complexities of healing, making it an essential read for anyone seeking understanding and hope in the face of adversity. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00Z7C19EC | | Accessibility | Learn more | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,791 in Kindle Store ( See Top 100 in Kindle Store ) #1 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction on Physical & Emotional Abuse (Kindle Store) #2 in Teen & Young Adult Emotions & Feelings Fiction eBooks #2 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction on Girls' & Women's Issues (Kindle Store) | | Book 1 of 3 | The Way I Used to Be | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (18,439) | | Edition | Reprint | | Enhanced typesetting | Enabled | | File size | 3.1 MB | | Grade level | 9 - 12 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1481449373 | | Language | English | | Page Flip | Enabled | | Print length | 384 pages | | Publication date | March 22, 2016 | | Publisher | Margaret K. McElderry Books | | Reading age | 14 years and up | | Screen Reader | Supported | | Word Wise | Not Enabled | | X-Ray | Enabled | ## Images ![The Way I Used to Be - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715WeW9WhzL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great read! *by G***E on February 13, 2026* This book is beautifully written. The plot can be really heavy, so I recommend it for people 18yrs or older. Gives the reader a great understanding trauma and resilience. Have a box of tissues next to you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hope in the Face of Adversity *by M***E on September 25, 2024* "The Way I Used to Be" by Amber Smith is a poignant and powerful exploration of trauma and recovery through the eyes of a young woman named Eden. After a devastating incident with her brother’s best friend shatters her sense of safety and identity, Eden's once straightforward life becomes a complex web of confusion, anger, and silence. As she grapples with the emotional fallout, she buries her pain and struggles to adapt to the changing landscape of her adolescence. Told across four parts—freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior year—Smith intricately weaves Eden's journey through the challenges of growing up, including the realities of first love, heartbreak, and the often tumultuous nature of friendship. While the narrative dives deep into the scars left by trauma, it also highlights Eden's resilience and the gradual realization of her own strength. As she learns to confront her past and embrace her survival, "The Way I Used to Be" serves as a powerful testament to the complexities of healing, making it an essential read for anyone seeking understanding and hope in the face of adversity. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ get it!! *by K***A on January 26, 2026* 10/10 SOOO GOOD!!! beautifully written and many people will find resemblance in their own stories and share it with the main character. finished it in one sitting!!! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kg/products/103579570-the-way-i-used-to-be](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/103579570-the-way-i-used-to-be) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kyrgyzstan* *Store origin: KG* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*