After her father's unexpected death, eighteen-year-old Layken shoulders the immense responsibility of supporting her mother and younger brother. Though she projects resilience, she is privately struggling with a deep sense of loss. Her world shifts when she encounters Will, a charismatic twenty-one-year-old neighbor whose passion for poetry slams sparks an immediate connection. Their budding romance faces an abrupt halt when a shocking discovery forces them to confront difficult truths, leaving them to navigate the powerful emotions that both unite and divide them, ultimately finding solace and truth in shared poetry.

Why You Should Read?

• Explore themes of grief, responsibility, and the healing power of connection in the face of tragedy.
• Experience a heartfelt romance built on mutual understanding and the expressive beauty of poetry.
• Follow Layken and Will's journey as they navigate a relationship challenged by shocking revelations and painful choices.
• Discover a story that delves into the complexities of human emotion and the enduring hope found in love.