The Goodbye Summer

Caroline is eagerly anticipating her upcoming 17th birthday and a future with her boyfriend Jake, planning to run away together. Her summer working at the local aquarium introduces her to Georgia, a camp counselor, who begins to influence her perspective on life and her relationship. As their bond deepens, Caroline faces difficult choices about her impending departure and the important relationships she's formed. The story explores themes of growth, connection, and self-discovery during a transformative summer.