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Misha and Ryen began as pen‑pals in fifth grade, misidentified as each other’s gender by their teachers. Their quirky banter—about pizza, phones, music—slowly turns into a profound bond that keeps them grounded through adolescence. They agreed to keep no social media, phone numbers, or photos, believing their connection was pure and simple. But when a photo of Ryen appears online, Misha is forced to confront the reality of their fake identities. Meanwhile, Ryen stops writing, leaving Misha worried about what could have happened. The story follows their teenage journey through friendship, identity, and the strains of high school life.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Penelope Douglas
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