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During a fierce blizzard in Denver, eighteen‑year‑old Ryn finds herself trapped at the airport, a quiet place she never imagined would become a crucible for grief. On the one‑year anniversary of her best friend’s death, Ryn’s survivor’s guilt intensifies. Yet the strangers she encounters in the terminal—each carrying their own stories—guide her toward understanding, forgiveness, and new friendship. Along the way, the narrative explores the complex emotions of loss, guilt, and the healing power of shared experience.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jessica Brody
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