Mia was on her way to the bookstore with her parents and little brother when they are involved in a catastrophic accident. Immediately after the accident, Mia has an out-of-body experience and witnesses her parents death and she and her brother being transported to the hospital. While she lies in a coma, Mia considers her past, her present circumstances, and her possible future. She reflects upon her relationships with her parents, friends, and especially her boyfriend, Adam. Mia wants to go to Julliard but that would mean leaving Adam in Portland. But before she can make any decision regarding her future, she must first decide whether to stay and live without her family or just give up the struggle and give into her feelings of sadness and loss. "If I Stay," is a riveting story that will make you smile and cry. California Young Reader Medal Nominee 2011-2012