About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is navigating the complexities of a first serious relationship, particularly one where a partner is struggling with clinical depression. It serves as a vital resource for discussing the boundary between loving someone and being responsible for their mental health. The story follows Devon, an ambitious Black girl dreaming of a career in astrophysics, as she reunites with Ashton, a boy from a wealthy background who abruptly left her after a transformative summer. As they reconnect, Devon learns that Ashton's disappearance was tied to his severe struggle with depression. This is a mature, realistic contemporary novel suitable for ages 14 and up. Parents might choose it to validate a teen's feelings of heartbreak while reinforcing the importance of maintaining one's own dreams and identity even when a loved one is in crisis.
