About the Book

Cordelia and Declan have been best friends since they were three years old. By the time they hit middle school, Cordelia is already feeling the blackness in her life as depression takes hold. Their mutual attraction to each other leads to a serious high school relationship, one with their foundation of friendship at the forefront.

Journey and Themes

Cordelia seems to have her mental health under control. All appears to be well, but appearances aren't everything. When Declan starts to accept his own fluid sexuality, it sets something in motion that is both beautiful and tragic as they learn to love each other for who they are.