Since You've Been Gone

Your problem: You just got friend-dumped
Your guide: Since You’ve Been Gone, by Morgan Matson
At the start of what should be an epic summer, Emily’s best friend drops out of her life, disappearing with her parents and ignoring Emily’s calls and texts. But she leaves something behind for her introverted bestie: a mailed list of dares Emily must complete by the end of summer, designed to draw her out of her shell and send her on a solo adventure. Getting dropped by a friend who helped make up your identity can feel worse than a breakup, but it can also be an excuse to figure out who you are without them.