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Next Time You See a Firefly

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A Young Girl Sitting On A Dock, Looking At A Firefly Next Time You See A Firefly

Next Time You See a Firefly

by Liza Wieland

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3195 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	32 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

A Novel by Emily Henry

In a small town on the Chesapeake Bay, ten-year-old Tully Hart is struggling to find her place in the world. Her parents are divorced, and she feels like an outsider at school. But everything changes when she meets Kate Mularkey, a new girl in town who is different from anyone she's ever met before.

Kate is confident, outgoing, and full of life. She teaches Tully how to swim, how to climb trees, and how to be herself. Together, they embark on a summer of adventure that will change their lives forever.

But their friendship is tested when Kate's family decides to move away. Tully is devastated, and she doesn't know how she'll go on without her best friend. But Kate leaves her with a promise: "Next time you see a firefly, think of me."

Years later, Tully is a young woman who is still haunted by the memory of Kate. She has never forgotten her promise, and she has never stopped looking for fireflies. When she finally sees one, it brings back all the memories of their friendship. And it gives her the strength to finally move on with her life.

Next Time You See a Firefly is a beautifully written, coming-of-age story about the power of friendship, the importance of following your dreams, and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Reviews

"Next Time You See a Firefly is a lyrical, coming-of-age story that will resonate with readers of all ages. Emily Henry's writing is both beautiful and heartbreaking, and her characters are unforgettable."

- Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"A moving and heartwarming story about the power of friendship and the importance of following your dreams. Next Time You See a Firefly is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt like an outsider."

- Sarah Dessen, New York Times bestselling author

About the Author

Emily Henry is the author of the New York Times bestselling novels Beach Read and People We Meet on Vacation. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with her husband and two sons.