Ivey thought she had everything figured out — a picture-perfect boyfriend, loyal friends, and a steady routine that kept her world in order.
But when a mysterious new guy transfers to her school, cracks begin to show in the life she thought was flawless.
As Ivey starts to question her relationship and uncover unsettling truths about the people around her, she’s forced to confront the secrets she’s tried to ignore. The more time she spends with the new guy, the more she begins to feel seen — truly seen — for the first time.
Torn between the life she’s always known and the one she’s only just begun to imagine, Ivey must decide: will she keep pretending everything is fine, or risk it all for a chance at something real?
A story about first love, hidden truths, and the courage it takes to break free.