If I Stay | Gayle Forman

If I Stay by Gayle Forman is a moving young adult novel about life, love, and the choices that define us. The story follows Mia Hall, a gifted cellist whose life changes instantly after a tragic car accident. Caught between life and death, Mia finds herself in an out-of-body experience, watching as her family, friends, and boyfriend gather around her hospital bed. In this suspended state, she must make the most difficult decision of all—whether to fight to stay or let go. Poignant, emotional, and beautifully written, this novel explores the power of love, the pain of loss, and the courage it takes to choose your own path.