The Year We Hid Away

"The Year We Hid Away" by Sarina Bowen is a captivating novel that tells the stories of two young people struggling with the shadows of their past. Scarlet Crowley, whose life was shattered by her father's arrest for terrible crimes, seeks a fresh start at Harkness College. With a new identity and the desire to leave her past behind, she encounters Bridger McCaulley, a talented hockey player who is also facing family challenges. Their relationship develops in an environment where secrets and lies are commonplace. As they try to conquer their own demons, they realize that trust is the key to overcoming the challenges ahead of them. The story explores the complexity of relationships and the necessity of confronting one's fears to enable a shared future.