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A Father She’s Never Known. A Future She Might Lose. A Hilariously Unpredictable Road to the Truth.

Gwen Pendergrass isn’t looking for trouble—just answers. But when a life-changing opportunity threatens to slip through her mother’s fingers, Gwen makes a split-second decision that could change everything: she’s going to track down the father she’s never met.

Armed with nothing but determination, and a best friend who’s way too good at pointing out the flaws in her half-baked plans, Gwen dives headfirst into a journey of white lies, accidental chaos, and laugh-out-loud disasters. As she chases secrets that were never meant to be uncovered, she soon realizes that finding her father might not be the biggest challenge she faces.

Because the more Gwen digs, the more she questions everything—her past, her family, and even her own heart. And when long-buried truths collide with unexpected feelings, she’ll have to decide: is she willing to risk it all for the happy ending her mom deserves, even if it means breaking her own heart in the process?

Heartfelt, hilarious, and full of twists, this award-winning coming-of-age novel is perfect for fans of Jennifer E. Smith, Morgan Matson, and Becky Albertalli.