Dear Evan Hansen

Ever felt invisible, like you're on the outside looking in? This story reveals how a small, private lie can spiral into a public phenomenon, giving you the one thing you've always craved: a chance to finally belong. But what happens when that connection is built on a mistake? You'll follow high school senior Evan Hansen as a misunderstanding about a classmate's suicide letter catapults him from social outcast to viral hero. Discover the immense pressure of maintaining a lie for acceptance and the heartbreaking consequences of a fabricated life. This is a powerful look at loneliness, grief, and the human need to be seen.

Val Emmich is the New York Times bestselling author of Dear Evan Hansen: The Novel, selected to adapt the hit Broadway musical for its massive global audience. A singer-songwriter, actor, and writer, Emmich brought a unique, multi-disciplinary understanding of character, emotion, and performance to the page. His background in crafting narratives through both music and prose allowed him to uniquely translate the show's powerful themes of connection and loneliness into a deeply resonant and beloved novel for young adults.