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First: A Novel
Fifteen-year-old Lara has spent a year pouring her heart into secret love letters to the hottest boy in school-her crush, Ethan. Every word is private, every feeling carefully tucked away... until her mischievous younger sister discovers the notebook and shares it online, exposing Lara's deepest emotions to the entire school.
Suddenly, her private world is public. To her surprise, Ethan likes her too-but navigating first love is harder than she imagined. From the thrill of first dates and first kisses to the sting of jealousy, heartbreak, and misunderstandings, Lara learns that love isn't just about butterflies or whispered "I love yous."
Through the mess of emotions, awkward moments, and lessons learned the hard way, Lara discovers that true love is shown in actions, patience, and understanding. By sixteen, she emerges wiser, more confident, and ready to face life-and love-with a new perspective.
"First" is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about first love, first heartbreak, and the journey toward emotional maturity.
Themes The difference between fantasy (romantic daydreams) and reality.The way social media can both expose and magnify teenage feelings.Sisterhood-maybe Lara and her younger sister eventually reconcile, with her sister realizing the consequences of her actions.Growth-how heartbreak makes you stronger and teaches you what real love looks like.
Suddenly, her private world is public. To her surprise, Ethan likes her too-but navigating first love is harder than she imagined. From the thrill of first dates and first kisses to the sting of jealousy, heartbreak, and misunderstandings, Lara learns that love isn't just about butterflies or whispered "I love yous."
Through the mess of emotions, awkward moments, and lessons learned the hard way, Lara discovers that true love is shown in actions, patience, and understanding. By sixteen, she emerges wiser, more confident, and ready to face life-and love-with a new perspective.
"First" is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about first love, first heartbreak, and the journey toward emotional maturity.
Themes The difference between fantasy (romantic daydreams) and reality.The way social media can both expose and magnify teenage feelings.Sisterhood-maybe Lara and her younger sister eventually reconcile, with her sister realizing the consequences of her actions.Growth-how heartbreak makes you stronger and teaches you what real love looks like.
30 pages, Paperback
Published August 19, 2025
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