Only Young Once
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Last published Sun, Dec 31, 2023
If Kyle Stevenson, the boy Gabriella Mitchell has been in love with, had chosen to kiss her that night, their story might have taken a different turn.
Fast forward to Gabriella's Senior year, where what starts off as an underhanded attempt by Reed, Kyle's younger brother, to befriend Brie leads to unexpected connections and maybe even a new romance?
Despite dating the most popular girl in school, Reed can't help but feel drawn to Gabriella, which is kind of a problem since she's with his best friend, too. This is the story of their journey toward self-discovery, genuine love, the people you lose, and the friends you make along the way. This story is about growing up and how endings doesn't always have to be sad, sometimes, they can pave the way for new beginnings.
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