The book, Again, But Better ISBN# 9781250299260 in Paperback by Christine Riccio may be ordered in bulk quantities. Throw in some fate and a touch of magic-the possibilities are endless. Shane comes to find that, with the right amount of courage and determination one can conquer anything. She is soon faced with the complicated realities of living outside her bubble, and when self-doubt sneaks in, her new life starts to fall apart. She's going to right all her college mistakes: make friends, pursue boys, and find adventure!Įasier said than done. Shane signs up for a semester abroad in London. Time's a ticking, and she needs a change-there's nothing like moving to a new country to really mix things up. Her life has been dorm, dining hall, class, repeat. Pre-med, stellar grades, and happy parents…sounds ideal-but Shane's made zero friends, goes home every weekend, and romance…what’s that? From one of the most followed booktubers today, comes Christine Riccio's Again, but Better, a story about second chances, discovering yourself, and being brave enough to try again.
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