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Elizabeth Wakefield’s teenage life takes an unexpected turn when her longtime boyfriend and a new, enigmatic student named Devon both vie for her attention. The conflict forces her to reassess her friendships and romantic loyalties in the tight‑knit environment of high school. "Please forgive me" follows Elizabeth’s inner struggle as she navigates love, rivalry, and self‑discovery during her senior year.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Francine Pascal
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