Journey, a 18 year old black girl moves into the 43rd street neighborhood with here uncle. Alejandro a 18 year old hispanic boy apart of the Santos gang sees her and instantly wants her. They began to fall in love as a they navigate living in the hood and the problems that come with it .

Heaven Diamond Heaven is a beautiful, introverted African-American girl with deep brown skin and soft hazel eyes. Her thick, dark hair is often pulled back into a neat ponytail or bun. She wears simple, comfortable clothes, preferring oversized sweaters and jeans. Quiet and focused, Heaven is more interested in her studies and future than fitting in with high school trends. Her beauty is understated, highlighted by her intelligence and calm confidence. Nico Martinez Nico is a tall, athletic Hispanic boy with dark, wavy hair and warm brown eyes. His broad shoulders and muscular build reflect his role as a star soccer player. Charismatic and confident, Nico is used to being admired, but there's a depth to him that few see. He's charming, with an easy smile that lights up a room, but beneath the surface, he's unsure of what he wants from life.

Anastasia Bailey and Mateo Russo share a passion, and while he spends his nights running and catching tosses down a football field, Anastasia is on the sidelines cheering for Cambridge University sports team. The two may have caught each other's attention since they stepped foot onto campus, but it isn't until junior year approaches that the sexual tension finally gets unleashed. *black female lead and latino male lead*