After being rejected by their parents for coming out as nonbinary, Ben De Backer is forced to move in with their estranged older sister, Hannah, and her husband, Thomas. Struggling with severe anxiety and the emotional fallout of their parents' rejection, Ben attempts to navigate a new school unnoticed. However, charismatic classmate Nathan Allan befriends Ben, leading to a friendship that soon blossoms into something more, offering Ben a chance at a happier life and true belonging.
Why You Should Read?
- Explores the challenges and triumphs of a nonbinary protagonist finding their voice and identity.
- Offers a sensitive portrayal of anxiety and mental health struggles, emphasizing healing and resilience.
- Celebrates the power of chosen family, friendship, and first love in overcoming adversity.
- A heartwarming and hopeful contemporary Young Adult romance for readers seeking inclusive stories.