Young Adult Novel with Aspects of Fantasy and Sci-Fi

Jamal’s best friend Q is brought back to life after a tragic accident, however they only have a short time left before he will die… again. Q is unaware Jamal tried to save his life, rescuing him from drowning, later watching him die in a hospital. Jamal and Q have not spoken to one another in two years, not since Jamal’s parents died in a car accident. Grief-stricken and living with his sister, Jamal blamed Q for the accident leading to his parent’s demise.

Now Jamal has a second chance. When a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is granted to Jamal and Q, will this finally grant him an opportunity to reconcile with his best friend? An innovative healthcare technology is granted to Q to be reanimated, brought back to life, but there is a catch: the technology only lasts for a short time before Q will be gone forever… Jamal is determined to make things right, but how can he fix his friendship without telling Q the truth? That he will die soon? Learn to appreciate life’s smallest moments by following Justin A. Reynold’s young adult novel as Jamal and Q re-establish their bond.

Enjoy listening rather than reading? Here are some uplifting music recommendations inspired by Reynold’s heartfelt novel. Be inspired by Jamal and Q as they rekindle their friendship, and listen to these inspiring songs to uplift your spirit. Try Backyard Boy by Claire Rosinkranz, Put Your Records On by Ritt Momney, and Sunflower, Vol. 6 by Harry Styles.