The Program

In this "gripping tale for lovers of dystopian romance" (Kirkus Reviews), true feelings are forbidden, teen suicide is an epidemic, and the only solution is The Program.

Sloane knows better than to cry in front of anyone. With suicide now an international epidemic, one outburst could land her in The Program, the only proven course of treatment. Sloane's parents have already lost one child; Sloane knows they'll do anything to keep her alive. She also knows that everyone who's been through The Program returns as a blank slate. Because their depression is gone--but so are their memories.

Under constant surveillance at home and at school, Sloane puts on a brave face and keeps her feelings buried as deep as she can. The only person Sloane can be herself with is James. He's promised to keep them both safe and out of treatment, and Sloane knows their love is strong enough to withstand anything. But despite the promises they made to each other, it's getting harder to hide the truth. They are both growing weaker. Depression is setting in.

And The Program is coming for them.

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432 pages

Average rating: 8.04

24 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Bri's Reads
Mar 12, 2023
8/10 stars
Younger me could NOT put this book down, however, Young's take on mental health doesn't sit right with me in this. I understand that it's set in the future, but it still could've been a bit more realistic.
Marsena
Dec 18, 2022
7/10 stars
This book made me cry! But I loved the pain. Also the romance was so genuine and I loved the characters
R_U_Hurt
Jun 30, 2022
9/10 stars
There are several of these books and it is a pretty good YA. Because they are so many I might consider starting from the beginning and reading all the way through.

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