The Impossible Knife of Memory: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Impossible Knife of Memory by Laurie Halse Anderson — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

For the past five years Hayley Kincain and her father, Andy, have been on the road, never staying long in one place as he struggles to escape the demons that have tortured him since his return from Iraq. Now they are back in town where he grew up so Hayley can go to a proper school. Perhaps, for the first time, Hayley can have a normal life, put aside her own painful memories, even have a relationship with Finn, the hot guy who obviously likes her but is hiding secrets of his own. Will being back home help Andy's PTSD, or will his terrible memories drag him to the edge of hell, and drugs push him over?
Quick facts about The Impossible Knife of Memory
- Title: The Impossible Knife of Memory
- Author: Laurie Halse Anderson
- First published: 2014
- Genre: father-daughter, young adult, teenagers
- OpenLibrary ID: OL16817448W
Where to read The Impossible Knife of Memory
The Impossible Knife of Memory by Laurie Halse Anderson is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Impossible Knife of Memory about?
For the past five years Hayley Kincain and her father, Andy, have been on the road, never staying long in one place as he struggles to escape the demons that have tortured him since his return from Iraq.
Who wrote The Impossible Knife of Memory?
The Impossible Knife of Memory was written by Laurie Halse Anderson.
When was The Impossible Knife of Memory published?
The Impossible Knife of Memory was first published in 2014.



