by Gayle Forman
First published 2025
Tessa, a vibrant 16-year-old, is killed in a car crash. She wakes up in a strange, colorful afterlife, unsure of how she got there. As she explores this new world, she discovers that the afterlife is not just clouds and harps, but a complex society with its own rules and challenges. Tessa must confront her own fears and insecurities while navigating relationships with other afterlife residents, including a charming but mysterious boy. With time running out, Tessa must find a way to come to terms with her death and decide whether to move on or find a way back to the living. At its core, this is a poignant story about love, loss, and the power of self-discovery.
Genres: death, fantasy, young-adult, paranormal, 21st-century
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
272 pages · Paperback · Quill Tree Books
Content warnings: death