Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher is a young adult novel that explores the impact of individual actions on a person's life. The story follows Clay Jensen, a high school student who receives a box containing cassette tapes recorded by his classmate Hannah Baker, who recently died by suicide. Each tape reveals a person and event that Hannah says contributed to her decision, prompting Clay to confront the realities of his peers' behaviours and his role in her story. The novel addresses themes such as bullying, sexual assault, and the importance of empathy, sparking conversations about mental health and the challenges faced by teenagers.