Fragments Of Home
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Ongoing1h 7m
Last published Tue, Sep 30, 2025
After losing her parents 17 year old Ava moves in with her best friend's family, drowning in grief and sleepless nights a unlikely family member reaches out - an unexpected relationship begins to form.
But when Ava discovers a hidden secret - a sibling she never knew she had her journey turns towards uncovering her family's past and finding hope in the most unlikely places.
A story of loss, healing, and the power of unexpected connection.
This book has a little bit of everything. So if you want to go on a rollercoaster of emotion you might just about love this book.
Please note:
*some mature scenes - panic attacks + emotional pain + Death*
(This is a clean but powerful book no strong language or sex scenes are added, but don't let that put you off! Many twists and turns to keep you engaged -
Suitable age 15 +)
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