‘It began with the note. Before talk of miracles and ancient texts, or the magic of love or imminent death, Alayne walked into the classroom oblivious to the momentous occurrence that was about to happen. Unaware that three sentences on a folded piece of paper would alter everything.’
An emotional, heartfelt novel about the power of kindness and never giving up.
In the scenic seaside town of Knockfarraig in Cork, five final year students gather in a dingy classroom for a detention. Ignoring the hostility, teacher Alayne Adams has her own problems to deal with and sees the time as a chance to reflect on what to do with her tumultuous home life.
But after discovering a note, Alayne is left with a dilemma. The note states the writer intends to end their life. Looking around, they all seem to have issues.
Ash, a new student at Knockfarraig, was expelled from his last school for a violent act.
Samira tries but fails to hide behind her hair.
Calista, with black circles under her eyes, looks exhausted.
Rian’s caustic words goad, but she tugs at her clothes constantly.
Calum jumps every time someone speaks and looks like he’ll either burst into tears or run for the door.
The writer could be any of them.
As The Kybalion states, “When the ears of the student are ready to hear, then cometh the lips to fill them with Wisdom.” Taking inspiration from the book, Alayne embarks on a series of life lessons that encourages each of them, including her, to discover ways to heal.
Can she prove life is worth living before it’s too late?
For readers who love Catherine Ryan Hyde, Kristin Hannah or Mitch Albom.
‘Karis’s prose is striking, layered, and poetic.’ –The BookLife Prize
‘A character led story with a strong, emotional message.’ –The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
‘A wonderful, uplifting tale.’ –Amazon reviewer.
‘Absolutely magical, captivating book – it made me laugh, it made me cry & it made me think. I couldn’t put it down.’ –Goodreads reviewer.
‘A story that teaches life is so much more than we dream of if we let go of wrong concepts.’ –Goodreads reviewer.
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