Chasing Dreams at Riverbend

In the summer of 2009, Lily Summers arrives at Riverbend Academy, ready to embrace a new chapter in her life. However, her first day takes an unexpected turn when her suitcase rolls away, leading her to a chance encounter with the enigmatic Richard White. As she navigates the challenges of military training and the pressures of being in the Special Skills Class, Lily forms a close bond with her roommate, Agnes Moore, a music prodigy with her own secrets. As the two girls settle into their new lives, they become entangled in a web of ambition, rivalry, and unexpected romance, particularly when Agnes finds herself drawn to the charismatic Edward Knight, the academy's star athlete and teacher. But as Agnes prepares for a talent show with the talented Henry Liu, tensions rise, and hidden feelings come to the surface. With the backdrop of intense training and the looming competition, the stakes are high. Will Agnes and Lily be able to navigate their friendships and ambitions without losing themselves in the process? As secrets unravel and relationships are tested, the suspense builds, leading to a dramatic climax that will change their lives forever. ...