In this debut novel, a young bisexual woman navigates the complexities of friendship and community while confronting her past. Savannah "Sav" Henry is on the brink of becoming the person she aspires to be. As her sophomore year progresses, she embraces her bisexuality, bonds with fellow queer students, and begins to recover from a challenging first romantic experience. However, her world shifts when she discovers that her childhood best friend, Izzie, is engaged. This revelation forces Sav to confront unresolved trauma linked to an incident involving Izzie's older brother from their teenage years. As the wedding approaches, Sav grapples with her feelings and the changes in her relationship with Izzie. Meanwhile, she finds herself drawn to Wes, a classmate from her Gender Studies course, whose charm and kindness make her feel seen in a way she has never experienced before. With humor and sincerity, the narrative delves into themes of queer love, community, and the journey of a sexual assault survivor. The author crafts a heartfelt exploration of friendship and the transformative power of finding one's true community, capturing the complexities of identity and connection.
Haley Jakobson Libri
