When Haru Was Here

In this poignant novel, Eric Ly grapples with the aftermath of his best friend's death by creating imaginary scenarios to cope with his grief. His world shifts dramatically when Haru Tanaka, a boy he met in Japan, unexpectedly reappears in his life, but only Eric can see him. As their connection deepens, Eric confronts the blurred lines between imagination and reality, leading him to face challenging truths about himself and the risk of losing Haru forever.