Books like The leaving season by Cat Jordan
Middie Daniels, a high‑school graduate, is haunted by the memory of Nate, her boyfriend who vanished under mysterious circumstances. As she wrestles with grief and longing, the story follows her interactions with Nate’s best friend, Lee, whose presence complicates her feelings.
Throughout the novel, Middie confronts questions about friendship, loyalty, and the mystery of missing persons. With a focus on emotional growth and the realities facing young adults, the book explores the strain between hope and unresolved loss while depicting the supportive and often complicated bonds that shape the lives of teenagers and recent graduates.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Cat Jordan
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