by Haemin Sunim
First published 2023
When shy Yumi enrolls at the mysterious School for Broken Hearts, she finds solace in the company of fellow students, each nursing their own wounds. As they navigate the school's unorthodox curriculum, Yumi discovers the power of vulnerability and the courage to confront her past. But as dark secrets surface, the students must band together to protect the fragile sanctuary they've built. Can they heal their hearts before it's too late?
Genres: coming-of-age, school-stories, contemporary, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, second-chance
Setting: School for Broken Hearts
Period: 21st-century
296 pages · Hardcover · Penguin Life