When Haru Was Here

From the author of the bestselling TikTok sensation You've Reached Samcomes When Haru Was Here by Dustin Thao, a magical exploration of loneliness,complicated friendships, and what it means to let go. Perfect for fans of theheart-wrenching Before the Coffee Gets Cold.Whatdoes it mean to let go . . .?Afterthe death of his best friend, Eric Ly creates imaginary scenarios in his headto deal with his grief. Until one of them becomes real, and a boy he met lastsummer - Haru Tanaka - walks into the coffee shop and sits down next to him. The only thing is, nobody else can see him.Ericsuddenly has someone to connect with, making him feel less alone in the world. But as they spend more time together, he begins to question what is real. SoonEric is losing control of the very thing that is holding him together, andmust confront his reality. Even if it means losing Haru forever.