14-year-old protagonist struggling with drug addiction who gets clean, is later diagnosed with a rare cancer, and undergoes chemotherapy. She falls in love with Brian, faces a critical decision regarding pregnancy and treatment, ultimately chooses to keep the baby, stops chemo, and dies giving birth to a premature son.
Former peer in recovery who shares the initial phase of sobriety.
Maternal ally helping Susan reconnect with life during chemotherapy.
Authoritative figure enforcing boundaries to ensure survival.
Teenage mechanic who becomes Susan's primary emotional anchor.
Close companion who shares her initial struggles with substance abuse.
Initially harsh mother who becomes a supportive figure during treatment.
Protective father who issues a strict ultimatum to save his daughter.
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