The Pact Novel by: Jodi Picoult (A Love Story)

The Pact Book by: Jodi Picoult (great condition) This love story novel is about a possible suicide pact between two teenage lovers, and the journey that one must take after losing a loved one. Friendship: The Pact emphasizes the lines that blur between that of close friendships and family, and how they can be tested when there is an unexpected death and evidence points to a member of the group. Love: The book discusses the power of love and how it goes beyond the grave. It also considers the idea of loving someone so much that one would be willing to do anything for them even if it means ending their life, and endangering one's own freedom. Family: The Pact delves into family bonds, and explores the question of how well parents can know their own children. Loss: The novel considers the pain of loss and demonstrates the varying ways individuals express and feel grief. For instance, Melanie Gold distances herself from others and becomes resentful from grief, Gus Harte keeps herself busy, being anywhere she is needed, and James Harte tries to ignore the situation entirely.