Johnny "Starheart" Robbins is a Senior at a small-town highschool who is pursuing a career as a country music artist. When he falls in love with Richard Houston, a new student from another town, Johnny is forced into an unfamiliar situation as most people in Saffeld would most definitely shun his relationship. This book sings a familiar tune to many queer people in the closet today, as well as shows an air of caution in it's somber undertones.