"you make me feel like a real boy." "you are a real boy." lowercase intended © annayansi 2017

It all begins with middle school, shy little Jack finally meets his new found BFF: the loud and proud Mark. Mark was never afraid to be social, talking to everyone and knowing everyone was natural for him. Jack on the other hand, was terrified of everyone. having only a few select friends. over the years they remain friends, always by each other's side. but with age comes crushes and heart break.

Darcy Thompson, kidnapped for four years. The painter, orphan, with memories haunting her from the back of her mind. But when she finally snaps, paint will splatter, hearts will be broken and a new life ruined. Can a young man and his friend with matching fringes help Darcy rebuild her life? Start again, a new beginning. Who will mend her, and who will break her?