Every Step of the Way. This item is unavailable.Every Step of the Way

A lyrical, heart-aching debut about the loves we lose, the roots that call us home, and the fragile, breathtaking courage of starting over.

Noah thought she had her future mapped out—with Derek by her side, music in her veins, and a love she believed could survive anything. But when Derek begins to unravel under the weight of secrets and self-destruction, Noah finds herself fighting for someone who’s already slipping out of reach.

When her life, and everything she dreamed of, collapses, she turns to the one person who has always been her anchor: her grandmother. In the stillness of that familiar home—surrounded by old photographs, lingering melodies, and gentle wisdom—Noah begins the slow, tender work of piecing herself back together.

But grief has many faces, and healing is rarely simple. As time moves forward and the past refuses to stay buried, Noah must confront heartbreak, identity, and the quiet strength it takes to choose hope when the world feels unrecognizable.

A story of love, loss, and the courage to begin again, Every Step of the Way is a deeply emotional journey about the people who shape us, the memories that haunt us, and the healing we find when we return to where it all began.


“An absolutely beautiful story... With compelling characters and brilliant twists, this novel is well worth reading. Very highly recommended.”

— Readers’ Favorite

Perfect for readers who love:
• Emotional, character-driven contemporary fiction
• Grief-and-healing arcs
• Found family and grandmother–granddaughter bonds
• Lyrical writing and slow, hopeful transformation

Sofía was born and raised in San José, Costa Rica, and has been chasing big dreams ever since. At sixteen, she moved to the U.S. and successfully pursued a career in professional wrestling. Along the way, she fell in love with storytelling, languages, and a life built around movement. Now based in Orlando, Florida, she's a sign language interpreter with a master's degree, an aerial arts enthusiast, and an avid backpacker who's explored over 30 countries. She's also a firm believer in books, adventure, and a little bit of magic. This is her debut novel.

Andie Smith is a freelance editor and book coach at Sun & Spines Editorial offering query packages, developmental and copy edits, and proofreading services for authors in any stage of their publishing journey.