Half a Heart (Mallari Brothers #1)

Kia is captivated by Sean, the mysterious transferee who also happens to be her seatmate. With his quiet and introverted personality, he remains distant, never responding to her attempts at conversation. Three days into the school year, Kia grows frustrated-why is it so hard to get a single word out of him? Determined to break the silence, she sets a personal challenge: within a month, she must get Sean to talk to her, even just once-even a single word.

But as Kia pushes forward, she soon realizes that Sean's silence isn't just shyness-it's a barrier built for a reason. With each passing day, new challenges arise, testing not only her patience but also the bonds she shares with her friends. Will she succeed in the challenge she sets herself, or will Sean remain an unbreakable mystery? And in the process, will she discover more about him-and herself-than she ever expected?