Just Like Ziggy

By: Julie Oleszek

Narrated by: Kristen Jones

Anna desperately needs her family, but how can a family who needs rescuing save her?

Seventeen-year-old Anna, the ninth child of ten, has returned home after three months in a locked psych ward on the fifth floor of Advocate Hospital. Together with her parents and siblings, Anna struggles to improve when she is immersed in her family’s inability to discuss the tragedy that occurred ten years ago. Though Anna continues therapy with her psychiatrist Dr. Ellison, her bad situation worsens when she returns to high school. Ashamed of her failures and the sheer apathy she feels from others, Anna is forced into making rash decisions as she contemplates the worst. Building on the beloved story in The Fifth Floor.

©2016 Julie Oleszek (P)2023 Julie Oleszek

gripping tale of struggle

just like ziggy hit home in a lot of ways I wasn't expecting. it tells a realistic and touching story of what life is like in a family who has lost a child but more so from the eyes of a sibling who feels lost in it all. the story manages to keep you engaged and feels relatable despite the 1980s setting. definitely a good read

Riveting Story!

You'll be hooked from the first chapter! Julie Oleszek continues the story of Anna as she navigates her own struggles and tries to overcome further difficulties.

Julie Oleszek tells an incredible story and Kristen Jones brings it to life through the audiobook. I highly recommend this audiobook for your next listen!

I could relate to this story.

I could picture myself in this story I really felt part of the family! Loved that I recognized the towns, the places, especially Devils Lake, went camping there with my family as a young child,

Just Like Ziggy

This was another good story in this series. Dysfunction in a family after the death of a child leads to mental health issues in a teen.It was well narrated by Kristen Jones. I was given this book free for an honest review.

Remarkable series

I absolutely love this series. Julie has done such a good job addressing mental health challenges in young adults. She pulls out all of my emotions-I laugh, cry and most of all, carry this series with me. I’ve reread all of her books a number of times.

Totally relatable

Great story line especially relating things with Ziggy. I have recommended these books to several friends.
Mental health doesn't get recognized enough. Can't wait till the last book comes out on audio.

Holds you to the end

Just Like Ziggy
By: Julie Oleszek
Narrated by: Kristen Jones
Series: The Fifth Floor








4 STARS




This book is a sequel to “The Fifth Floor.” It picks up where the previous book left off. Anna’s journey continues with many twists and turns. There were moments when I was in tears. Keep listening until the end. It is a beautiful story.




The narration was well done, by Kristen Jones. She voices the protagonist perfectly.


There’s very good teamwork between author and narrator. I’m hoping to find more from them in the future.


I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Emotional and real….A story that pulls at your heart strings!

The second in a series addressing real life issues centered on grief, loss, trauma, family dynamics, and mental illness touched my heart. The author's use of dialogue feels so authentic in this story beautifully brought to life by the narrator's amazing performance..

Filled with anguish of a teen trying to cope in the face of adversity, this book details her process and growth, leading the reader to believe that we have the capacity to change, with the right guidance and help, and maybe even inspire others. Highly recommend this amazing story!

Evocative

You can, and should forgive the past. Moving forward becomes less daunting.

I remember crying for Ziggy as a child.

Love this series

This audio book was so good. Second book in a series of three. Just like Ziggy wa so good I couldn't wait to get back to it every time I had to stop. The narration was done perfectly and I found myself so totally involved in the story. Can't wait until audio of third book comes out. Highly recommend.