~ Trade Paperback
~ New Release - 2025
Everyone at Ridgemont Academy knows what to expect from Emma Caroline Blake: perfect grades, a perfect record, and a perfect life. Until one day when she stands up in class and commits an act so shocking her reputation will never recover, but that is exactly what Emma wants . . .
In a world where the path forward is uncertain and expectation is the enemy, Emma on Fire brings forth in true Patterson style the unforgettable story of one brave young woman, and her decision to live life as if everyone’s future depends on it because it does.
"A dramatic tale that explores the power of grief and shows how through loss there can also be hope for the future." -- Library Journal