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Cory Anderson is an American author known for her young adult and adult fiction. She grew up in rural Idaho, a setting that often influences her work. Anderson attended the University of Idaho. Her debut novel, "What Beauty There Is," published in 2021, is a young adult thriller set in the harsh landscape of the American West, exploring themes of survival, family loyalty, and the consequences of violence. The novel garnered critical attention and was longlisted for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Her subsequent work, "The Memory of Animals," published in 2023, is an adult novel that delves into themes of memory, grief, and human connection in a post-pandemic world. Anderson's writing often features atmospheric settings and characters facing difficult circumstances.
Notable works: What Beauty There Is, The Memory of Animals
“What beauty there is in the world, even when it's broken.”A recurring thought of Lyon's, reflecting on finding hope and wonder amidst suffering and the harshness of their lives.
“The cold was a living thing, a hungry beast with teeth.”Describing the brutal, life-threatening winter conditions in the Idaho wilderness that the brothers must endure.
“He would not let Sam go. Not ever. Not for anything.”Lyon's internal vow, highlighting his fierce loyalty and protective instinct towards his younger brother, Sam.
“Some things, once broken, can never be put back together again.”A reflection on the irreversible damage caused by grief, violence, and the loss of innocence.
“You don't get to choose your family, but you get to choose who you fight for.”A sentiment that resonates with both Lyon and Brighton as they form an alliance against a common threat.