Girlfriend in a Coma

Brief Overview

The novel "Girlfriend in a Coma" tells the story of a group of friends whose lives are drastically altered when one of them, Karen, falls into a coma. The story begins in 1979 when Karen, a 17-year-old high school student, loses consciousness at a party and doesn't wake up. Over the next 18 years, her friends struggle to cope with the aftermath of this event, each in their own way. They grow up, face disappointments and losses, but continue to stay connected with each other and with Karen. When Karen unexpectedly wakes up, she finds that the world has changed, and so have her friends. The novel explores themes of time, friendship, loss, and hope, showing how a single event can impact many lives.