680 Miles Away

What would you do if you discovered the existence of a long-lost sister? Running away is Evie's coping mechanism, but she can't escape the truth forever. Set against the backdrop of a quiet Colorado suburb at the height of the COVID pandemic, 680 Miles Away is a heartwrenching and emotional story about Evie, a talented violinist who struggles to find her place in the world. Despite her musical talents, Evie has a troubled past and a history of running away from her problems. But when the pandemic hits, Evie's life takes an unexpected turn. At a party thrown by her friend Finn, Evie discovers that her feelings for him may run deeper than friendship. But as she grapples with her newfound emotions, she's also forced to confront the past she's been running from when a strange encounter reveals the existence of a sister she never knew about. Conflicted between her longing for love and her fear of rejection, Evie's carefully constructed walls are starting to crumble. Will she run once more? Or will she learn to face her fears and pursue the possibilities?With its beautiful prose, vivid descriptions, and root-worthy characters, 680 Miles Away will captivate you until the very end. Fans of Jennifer Hartmann, Sara Jane Woodley, and Tillie Cole won't want to miss this gripping tale of family, self-discovery, love, and redemption!Gold — CIPA EVVY™ Book Awards, Religious/Spiritual Fiction Honorable Mention — Readers' Favorite Book Awards, Young Adult - Coming of Age Fiction First Place — Incipere Awards, YA Christian, YA Literary Fiction (Clean), and YA Romance (Clean) Second Place — Incipere Awards, Women's Fiction (Clean) and Literary Fiction (Clean)