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You’ve Reached Sam by Dustin Thao

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... the poignant exploration of grief and young love?

If I Stay by Gayle Forman

If you connected with Julie's struggle to navigate the pain of losing Sam and the bittersweet hope of their impossible phone calls, you'll find If I Stay just as moving. Mia's journey after a tragic accident, hovering between life and death while reflecting on her love for Adam and her family, echoes the emotional depth and heartache of You’ve Reached Sam.

... a tender, character-driven story about loss and cherishing final moments?

They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera

If you were drawn to the way Julie and Sam grapple with saying goodbye and the urgency of making every moment count, They Both Die at the End will resonate with you. Mateo and Rufus, knowing they only have a day left to live, embark on a poignant journey of connection, love, and self-discovery, mirroring the emotional intensity and fleeting sense of time you loved.

... the intimate portrayal of grief and self-discovery?

The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X.R. Pan

If you appreciated the close focus on Julie's internal world as she mourns and seeks closure with Sam, The Astonishing Color of After offers a similarly intimate exploration. Leigh's emotional journey, after her mother’s suicide, blends reality and magical realism as she searches for understanding and healing, evoking the same personal depth and raw vulnerability.

... heartfelt character growth after loss?

The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen

If Julie’s transformation as she learns to open up and move forward after Sam’s death struck a chord, The Truth About Forever brings that same cathartic arc. Macy’s world unravels after her father’s death, but as she meets new friends and steps outside her comfort zone, she experiences profound change and healing, just like Julie.

... lyrical, first-person storytelling about isolation and healing?

We Are Okay by Nina LaCour

If you were captivated by Julie’s deeply personal narration and the way her voice brings every emotion to life, We Are Okay will draw you in. Marin’s first-person account of grief, loneliness, and the slow process of reconnecting with others is delivered with the same honesty and vulnerability that made You’ve Reached Sam so affecting.

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