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Betty and James are the most popular couple and a match made in heaven; sickeningly sweet, always giggling in homeroom. That is, until the fateful summer dance, when James leaves Betty alone on the dance floor. In an act unlike her, Betty dances with another boy, and James storms out in a huff. On his way out, his attention is caught by the natural beauty and aura of sunshine that is Augustine.
Will the three be able to untangle their web of lies and deceit, or will this tragic tale end up in flames?
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