So It Begins
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Last published Mon, Sep 8, 2025
When Emmie and her mother decide to leave their lives behind, they find themselves in the Forest of Dean, ready for a new adventure. Upon her arrival at her new college, Emmie is faced with all of the aspects of teenage life: friendships, her bright future, boys. Two boys in particular. With the end of school life approaching and a big wide world beyond this small town, how will Emmie navigate the problems that come with growing up? How do you know which path to choose or decision to make, or even know if it was the right one?
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