Item: One Term Left
Rating: 4
Author: Gina

One Term Left by C.M. Francis

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First Thoughts:

One Term Left by C.M. Francis is a heartfelt YA coming-of-age novel about friendship, identity, and the bittersweet final semester of high school. Perfect for readers who enjoy authentic teen voices, emotional growth, and stories that explore the challenges of stepping into adulthood.

Book Details:

One Term Left
By C.M. Francis
Published by Independent Author on October 24, 2023
Genres: Coming of Age, Contemporary Fiction, Friendship, Young Adult
Formats: Audiobook, eBook, Paperback
Pages: 303

It’s the final semester of high school, right before three best friends follow their own paths and later careers.

Sarah Sullivan, the future valedictorian, has the choice between two Ivy League schools, but a doctor diagnoses a family member with a heartbreaking disease.

Alice White thrives backstage in drama club and plans to play it safe, when she learns about her past.

And Makayla Kissoon, captain and star of the lacrosse team, doesn’t care where she ends up as long as she can play her sport, until an injury shatters her dream.

The girls have been unlikely friends for years, ever since they created a book club in seventh grade. But now they separate and go on their own way. With only one term left till graduation, they have to choose if they’ll remain long-term friends or not.

Source: Kindle Unlimited

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My thoughts on One Term Left

One Term Left tells the story of three best friends—Sarah, Alice, and Makayla—facing the ups and downs of their final semester of high school. It captures that emotionally charged, everything’s-about-to-change feeling that comes with growing up. C.M. Francis brings warmth and authenticity to the page, making it easy to connect with each girl’s journey.

All three characters are dealing with big changes. Sarah, the class valedictorian, is thrown off course when a loved one falls ill. Alice, who prefers to stay out of the spotlight, uncovers a family secret that makes her question who she is. And Makayla, once defined by her athletic achievements, has to find her footing after an injury derails her plans.

Their stories feel genuine and relatable. It’s like reading pages torn straight from their personal journals—honest, heartfelt, and never too polished.

What stuck with me most was the quiet courage threaded through their experiences. Francis gently explores how friendships evolve, how dreams shift, and how letting go of certainty is sometimes the bravest thing we do. This book is a tender, honest reflection on that strange, beautiful time when childhood fades and everything else begins.

One Term Left doesn’t try too hard. It simply tells the truth—and that’s what makes it stick.

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This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.

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About C.M. Francis

C.M. Francis was born in the outskirts of Boston. She earned her high school diploma in Tewksbury Memorial High School, her bachelor's in Film and Animation at Rochester Institute of Technology, and her masters in Elementary Education at Merrimack College.

Writing is a passion for CM Francis. From 2009 until present day, she wrote constantly, whether it's a script or a novel. Being an author has been a dream for her. Since turning her hobby into a profession, CM Francis has written three novels. It’s incredibly hard work, but she's never happier than when she sits down and types the opening words to a new chapter.

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This would make an interesting book club read, particularly for young adults, but suitable for all ages. Here are a few discussion questions to get you started.

Which character’s journey did you relate to most?
Have you ever had to let go of a dream like Makayla?
What would you do with one term left?

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