In the vast wilderness of Alaska, Lily's world is turned upside down when her mother remarries unexpectedly, thrusting her into a new life far from everything she's ever known. With no friends, a curious little brother, and a stepfather she's still trying to understand, Lily struggles to navigate the challenges of her new existence.
But when her brother begins to speak of a mysterious monster lurking beneath his bed, Lily's curiosity is piqued. Determined to uncover the truth, she embarks on a journey into the unknown depths beneath her own bed. What she discovers, however, is beyond her wildest imagination.
In the land of dreams, where reality blurs and fantasy reigns supreme, Lily discovers that sometimes the greatest adventures-and unexpected romances-await in the most unexpected places. As she unravels the mysteries of the world beneath her bed, she realizes that her journey is only just beginning, and that the true depths of her own heart may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of a monster's heart.
As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
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Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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