In the wake of a devastating tragedy that tears her family apart, fourteen-year-old Ria Harris finds herself trapped in a world of emotional turmoil. Her father, Marcel, imprisoned for a fatal drunk driving accident, haunts her every thought. Years pass, and as letter's from Marcel accumulate, Ria leaves each one unopened.
Senior year arrives, casting a shadow of uncertainty over Ria's heart and future. Scarred by her father's choices, she struggles to trust others, let alone herself. Then enters Asher, a captivating newcomer whose infectious optimism challenges Ria's guarded outlook. With him, a glimmer of hope emerges, revealing a path toward a brighter future. But as Ria dares to dream, the secrets lurking in the shadows threaten to unravel everything.
Dear Marce
l delves into themes of grief, guilt, forgiveness, and healing. Will Ria find the strength to forgive her father, or will the specter of pain forever haunt her?