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A Life That Almost Lived
Some promises live longer than a lifetime. Some dances never end.
From a lonely boy with a silent voice to the brightest star of the stage, Jack carries a promise—one whispered by his dying mother: Sing for the world. But never stop singing for yourself.
When he enters the prestigious Harmonvale University of Arts, he meets Adeline—a fiery dancer whose laughter moves like music, and whose silence speaks of stories she’s yet to tell. Their worlds collide in rain-soaked rehearsals, moonlit melodies, and stolen moments between beats.
Together, they rise. Jack, with songs that echo from sold-out arenas. Adeline, choreographing dreams across continents. But fame comes with distance—and love must survive not only time, but silence.
Until one birthday changes everything.
On Jack’s 30th, Adeline collapses into his arms. By morning, she is gone—leaving behind a secret battle with cancer, a room filled with 100 birthday gifts, and a letter that asks him to live every year like she’s still dancing beside him.
“A Life That Almost Lived ” is a heart-shattering, soul-stirring journey through music, memory, and the kind of love that refuses to die. For fans of The Fault in Our Stars, Me Before You, and La La Land, this novel is a haunting reminder:
Sometimes, love’s greatest performance is the one we give after the curtain falls.
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VASIDHAR GEMMELI, SASI VARDHAN GORLE
My name is Vasidhar Gemmeli, and I am a 15-year-old student of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV). I come from a background where values, discipline, and hard work are taught every day, and at the same time, creativity and dreams are encouraged to take flight. Being a Navodaya student has shaped me not only in academics but also in my character, my way of thinking, and the way I see the world.
Since childhood, I have been fascinated by stories. Some came from books, some from films, some from people around me, and some from my own imagination. I always felt that stories carry something magical—they can make us cry, smile, hope, or heal. They remind us that we are not alone in our struggles, and they often say the things we cannot express. Writing, for me, became a way to give shape to these feelings. At first, I wrote small notes and ideas. Slowly, those turned into short stories. And finally, with courage and determination, they led me to write my debut novel, “A Life We Almost Lived.”
Being only 15, many people might wonder why I chose to write about such emotional themes of love, loss, and dreams. My answer is simple: emotions have no age. Pain, joy, hope, and love can be felt at any stage of life. Writing this book helped me understand myself better and also gave me a way to share something meaningful with others.
As a student of Navodaya, I was encouraged to dream big and work hard. Writing this book was not easy—I had to balance studies, school life, and writing. There were times when I felt tired or doubted myself. But I remembered that every dream begins with one step, and this book is my first step as a writer.
I hope that “A Life We Almost Lived” touches the hearts of readers. I hope it makes them feel the power of promises, the beauty of art, and the strength of love. If even one reader finds comfort, hope, or inspiration in my words, I will feel that my effort was worth it.
This is only the beginning of my writing journey. I am young, still learning, and I know there is a long road ahead. But with every story I write, I want to grow not only as a writer but also as a human being. I believe that stories can change lives, and I want to be someone who contributes to that change.
Thank you for picking up my book and giving my words in your time and heart. I am deeply grateful, and I hope you carry something from this story with you, just as I carry it with me forever.
— Vasidhar Gemmeli
Author of A Life We Almost Lived
