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The story follows teenage Emma, who remains unwavering when her boyfriend Lucas is caught in a deadly predicament. All around them – family, friends, and doctors – believe his survival is unlikely. Suddenly, Lucas miraculously returns from the brink, and Emma feels her prayers answered. Amid the relief, the couple must navigate the uncertainties of life, love, and the fragile continuation of their bond. The novel explores themes of faith, hope, and the intensity of young romance amid crisis.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Science Fiction
Authors: Karen McQuestion
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