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A Beautiful, Terrible Thing

Miranda Moore

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English
Affirm Press
27 January 2026
Cara's world broke when her younger brother, Si, died in a car crash. Three months later, she's trying to find her way back, when she meets Nathan. Gorgeous, smart and kind, she feels a freedom when she's with him. But he's hiding a huge secret. His world broke three months ago too - when he ran a red light and killed a boy. 

There's no way Cara and Nathan can be together. But, despite everything, they find it impossible to be apart. This is a stunningly written, thought-provoking drama about loss, atonement, and love which defines a lifetime.
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Imprint:   Affirm Press
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 198mm,  Width: 129mm, 
ISBN:   9781788453684
ISBN 10:   1788453689
Pages:   320
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Recommended Age:   From 14 to 18 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Miranda Moore writes fiction and non-fiction and works as a freelance editor and writing coach. She won DFB and Arvon's Search for a Storyteller 2024 and the Wells Festival of Literature Book for Children Competition 2023. She is also a Royal Literary Fund Fellow, helping students with their writing. She sings in a covers band and loves wild places, good company and beautiful food. She lives with her family in the Scottish Borders. A Beautiful, Terrible Thing is her first novel.

Reviews for A Beautiful, Terrible Thing

Powerful and complex, it's a beautiful and compelling exploration of love and forgiveness. Bravo to Miranda! -- Louisa Reid * Author of Gloves Off and Handle with Care * I found this book incredibly moving. Brutal, beautiful and ultimately hopeful, this coming of age story is layered and affecting. I loved the addition of the music and the way it captured Cara and Nathan's journey. A deep look at love, loss, grief and all the emotions in between. A rare new voice. -- Christine Pillainayagam * Author of Ellie Pillai is Brown *


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