Sixteen year old Ariel Thomas was happy living in her Quarterback older brother's shadow. That is until her brother and his best friend are in a car accident that kills her brother and leaves his best friend with brain damage. Andrew McLaughlin; Lake Field High's Linebacker and completely oblivious to the fact that his best friends little sister is head over heels in love with him. In the aftermath of the accident that took her brother's life, the two teens realize that the only way to move on. But how hard is that going to be for a former linebacker with brain damage and a sixteen year old girl that knows nothing about experiencing the world without a constant shadow over her?

The love story of Lucy and Jason. How they grew up in adversity, love through trials and tribulations, and keep the faith as life continues to throw obstacles in their way. Fate throws them together and brings both happiness until life wants to ruin it all and makes them question everything they believe in.

Throwing on a smile is much easier than trying to explain your feelings. My name is Grace and they all think I'm fine. TRIGGER WARNING: There may be some self harm scenes that can trigger anxiety. Just thought I'd let you know first! Also: I have full copyright to this book, so please ask if you want to use something similar to the content. Thanks.