Someone You Loved

A deeply emotional and highly romantic tale of two teens who fall in love while grieving the one person who makes their love impossible, in the vein of You’ve Reached Sam and The Sky Is Everywhere.

Sarah feels unmoored following her boyfriend’s sudden and tragic death. Their love story was cut short after just two sweet months together, and now all Sarah can think about are the moments she and Alex should be sharing. Sarah distracts herself by consoling Ash—her best friend and Alex’s sister—and by rehearsing for the school play and working at her aunt’s café. But none of this is as comforting as her nightly talks with Jake.

Jake is not ready to move on. Unable to sleep at night and “mopey”— according to his girlfriend, who doesn’t understand why he isn’t ready to jump back into partying—Jake is wracked with guilt as a witness to Alex’s death. His one source of joy is talking to Sarah. But between their growing closeness and taking over as captain of the basketball team, Jake worries he is co-opting Alex’s life.

Both can’t help but wonder if they’re betraying Alex—and Ash—by acting on the feelings they can no longer deny. Given all that stands in the way, is their relationship worth fighting for?
Boyfriend’s Best Friend: She lost her boyfriend. He lost his best friend. Their nightly calls are the only thing that helps, but their growing feelings feel like a betrayal to the boy they both loved.Grief and Loss: A poignant exploration of loving someone new while still mourning the past. This moving story tackles the complexities of guilt and the courage it takes to love again.Dual POV: Told from both Sarah’s and Jake’s perspectives, experience every moment of their emotional journey as they navigate their impossible situation and undeniable connection.Healing Journey: He’s taking over Alex’s spot as basketball captain; she’s trying to support Alex’s sister, Ash. Together, they must find a way to heal without feeling like they’re erasing the person they miss most.