About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling isolated by social pressure to be happy or festive while they are secretly navigating a personal heartbreak. It is an ideal choice for a young person who tends to internalize their struggles or uses sarcasm to mask deeper pain. The story follows Blaire, a teen who despises Halloween because of painful associations with her past and her ex-boyfriend, Lucas. As Lucas tries to win her back through seasonal traditions, Blaire must decide if she is ready to stop hiding behind her bitterness and face the truth. This is a grounded, realistic contemporary romance that explores themes of honesty, grief, and the courage it takes to let people back in. It is developmentally appropriate for ages 13 and up, offering a safe space to discuss how secrets can impact mental health and relationships.
