Smile for Me | A Novella
A Coming-of-Age Story for the Modern Existentialist
A wistful tale of youth, friendship, joy, and grief, Smile for Me is a coming-of-age story which leaves the soul pining for younger years.
In a bustling port town on the seaside, Rose lives a happy childhood in the company of family and dear friends. But, when the shadow of war looms once again, her world begins to fall to pieces. Battleships steam along the coast—rumors swirl; whispers of U-boats in the water, sightings of planes on the horizon. An ever-present fear grips the place she calls home. Smile for Me is a deeply intimate tale which follows Rose on her journey as she lives and grows: finding love, losing love—learning to love herself. Learning that, if there are things in this world which she wants to protect… then she must be the one to stand to protect them.
“A poignant narrative that speaks to the quiet struggles we all face.”
“Lyrical prose and deeply-drawn characters. A vivid exploration of the fragile bonds of friendship and love, and of an unyielding spirit.”
“A story that lingers in the heart.”
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