Eddie Kaspbrak is a 15 year old boy who lives in Louisiana and has a disability called tourette's. It makes him emit noises, words, and do things beyond his control. He has a hard time explaining to people his syndrome . Richie Tozier is 16, also living in Louisiana, and he has been recently diagnosed with depression. His friends become distant and his mom grows worried, so she pressures him to join a local support group. The two boys meet and face rough paths full of sadness and laughter, pain and confusion. A heart breaking book about two teens finding love and overcoming challenges.