Accessibility
The Barnes & Noble Holiday Gift Guide Find the Perfect Gift | Shop Now The Barnes & Noble Holiday Gift Guide Find the Perfect Gift | Shop Now

The Way We Become

Hardcover
$18.99
(
$21.99
)
Save 14%
2|
Promotion message icon

Premium Members save an extra 10% and all Members collect stamps to save with Rewards. 10 stamps = $5.

In stock
This item is currently out of stock online.
Free standard shipping on orders over $60
Select a store to view item availability.
Notes From Your Bookseller

Three young women rediscover themselves in the wake of a tragic, life-altering act in this powerful final installment in Amber Smith’s the Way I Used to Be series.

Eden and her fellow survivors look to the future in this powerful story of justice, autonomy, and healing told in multiple points of view—the powerful conclusion to the Way I Used to Be trilogy from internationally bestselling author Amber Smith.

Eden struggled to find her voice for years after her brother’s friend Kevin raped her. It wasn’t until Kevin’s ex-girlfriend Gen and his sister, Amanda, came forward, that Eden knew she wasn’t alone. Determined to do everything in their power to pur...

From the B&N Reads Blog

The Best Young Adult Books of 2026

The Best Young Adult Books of 2026

Featuring fairytale realms, dystopian worlds and high school halls, this year’s favorite stories for teens are packed with magic, adventure and unforgettable characters. We’ve rounded up the stories that kept YA readers turning the pages all year long, from the highly anticipated Heartstopper finale to a new Shadowhunters tale and so much more.
Read More
The Best Books of October 2026

The Best Books of October 2026

The start of fall means cooler weather, cozier nights and fantastic reading. Settle into the season with the best books of October, featuring the return of Pulitzer Prize winners, enchanting fantasies, captivating nonfiction and more.
Read More