Thirteen reasons why
About this book
Clay Jenkins returns home from school to find a mysterious box with his name on it lying on his porch. Inside he discovers 13 cassette tapes recorded by Hannah Baker—his classmate and crush—who committed suicide two weeks earlier.On tape, Hannah explains that there are thirteen reasons why she decided to end her life. Clay is one of them. If he listens, he'll find out how he made the list.Through Hannah and Clay's dual narratives, debut author Jay Asher weaves an intricate and heartrending story of confusion and desperation that will deeply affect teen readers.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 1036479 readers · 325 pages · ≈ 6 h 01 m · Light
How long does it take to read Thirteen reasons why?
About ≈ 6 h 01 m — 325 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Thirteen reasons why?
325 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Thirteen reasons why?
It sits on the Drama, Young Adult, Mystery shelves.
Has Thirteen reasons why been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include 13 Reasons Why.
Is Thirteen reasons why in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who are the main characters in Thirteen reasons why?
The main characters include Clay Jensen, Hannah Baker.
Where does Thirteen reasons why take place?
It takes place in 2017.
Who wrote Thirteen reasons why?
Jay Asher (1975–0).