"How do you fall in love with someone when everyone in the world is against you being together?" "People always tend to want the things they shouldn't." - Nicole Kingston and Alejandro Sanchez are polar opposites and the most unlikely of friends. Nicole has a wonderful boyfriend, great parents, a perfect life. As it seems. Alex has a dysfunctional family, with an abusive, drug addict dad, and a runaway mom. One night, Alex knocks on Nicole's window in the middle of the night asking for help, just like he did 4 years ago in middle school, back when they were inseparable. Except, so much has changed since then. They quickly realize the connection they had when they were kids never faded away. When Alex's life starts to fall apart, Nicole has to find a way to help him before it's too late. Warning: This isn't a typical love story. It deals with drug and alcohol addiction, suicide, abuse, mental health issues, gangs, and much more. This is not a story where the main characters fall in love and live happily ever after in a few chapters. This book will deal with real life issues, if you're looking for a easy fun story to read, this isn't for you! Cover by @blushingbeiber

"You're so lame." Alexander comments as he walks into the kitchen. "Shut up, I don't care." I scoff as I continue to make myself a sandwich. "You know, maybe guys will notice you more once you stop wearing your father's clothes." He teases and at that moment, I turn around to face him and give him a fuming glare. "Leave me alone." I hiss through gritted teeth before storming out of the kitchen, leaving behind my sandwich. ✕❤︎✕❤︎✕❤︎ A 16 year old girl named Courtney is not your average teenager. She buys her clothes from the men's section and only has two friends. But not for long. Her mother gets proposed by a wealthy man and she is forced to live with the school's biggest player. Unfortunately for her, he doesn't know how to mind his own business...unless he's with a girl. 1 girl, 1 boy, 1 marriage, 1 confusing relationship. ✕❤︎✕❤︎✕❤︎ ©2015, Kim Herz