Midvale, a charming town nestled beneath a blanket of stars, was where Kara Danvers, better known as Austin to her friends and family, called home. With her big sister, Alex, and their loving mother, Eliza, by her side, Kara's life was filled with warmth and support, but it wasn't without its challenges.
Kara had battled a rare disease since childhood, but her indomitable spirit, along with Alex's protective watch, had ensured she pursued her dreams.
As the years flew by, Kara finally made her way to college, Midvale University, where she met someone who would change her life forever-Lena Luthor. Lena was on her way to becoming a neurosurgeon, and though their initial meeting had its hiccups, a genuine friendship blossomed between the two.
But life had its own plans, and a year later, Lena was forced to return to National City due to her ailing mother. She left without a word to Kara or her family, leaving behind a void that only Lena could fill.
Five long years passed, and Kara grew into a confident reporter, while Alex joined the Department of Extra-Normal Operations (DEO). A twist of fate brought Alex face-to-face with Lena once again in the bustling streets of National City. Astonishingly, their chance encounter led to Kara crossing paths with Lena once more.
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It's the last year of high school, and everything has changed . . .
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After a summer spent in the Philippines, Lara Dela Cruz is eager to start her senior year and, most importantly, reunite with her three besties. But what she did not expect was to show up on the first day of school to all three of her friends now in relationships. Fighting for their attention, catching some new and confusing feelings for long-time frenemy James, and wading through the pressures of post-high-school plans all have Lara reeling. And to make matters worse, Lara's beautiful and untrustworthy cousin conveniently appears and wiggles her way right between her and James' budding relationship. Feeling like a third wheel in more ways than one, Lara must learn to accept that change is inevitable, love is complicated, and being the odd one out is sometimes where inner power is found.
[[Word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]
Cover design by Jill Caldwell
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