More Happy Than Not

This is a young adult fiction novel set in a near-future Bronx. At its heart is a sixteen-year-old grappling with grief, the ache of first love, and the dangerous pull of altering memory to become who they want to be. It’s written for teens and adult readers who crave intelligent, emotionally honest stories that explore identity and choice with courage. The reading experience is story-led and immersive, blending a gritty, plausible near-future Bronx with a provocative premise about memory. The narrative centers on a sixteen-year-old navigating a shift from grief toward what might be happiness, balancing love and risk in a world where memories can be changed. The prose feels intimate and cinematic, with brisk pacing that lets readers feel the weight of every choice. Readers will find a distinctive voice here: a raw, honest, and compassionate look at identity and belonging under pressure. The book invites you to question what memory is for, how far you’d go to protect happiness, and where true courage lies when love and ethics collide. - Character-driven coming-of-age journey in a near-future Bronx - Explores grief, sexuality, identity, and the ethics of memory alteration - Lyrical, cinematic writing with fast-paced, emotionally honest narration - Intimate portrayal of friendship, love, and resilience that invites reflection After finishing, readers gain empathy, a deeper underst