Dear Emmie Blue by Lia Louis

After a teenage girl releases a balloon carrying her deepest secret and it’s found across the Channel, a years-long bond forms with the boy who discovers it, convincing her they’re meant to be. When he announces his engagement, her hopes collapse, forcing her to face past trauma, complicated family ties, and the difference between fate and choice. With the support of friends and an unexpected new romance, she learns to heal, reclaim her voice, and redefine what love and home truly mean.

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