The book follows Aiden, a young man navigating the complexities of friendship, unrequited love, and unexpected supernatural phenomena in a suburban setting. Set against the backdrop of a warm summer, Aiden finds himself grappling with newfound abilities that teleport him inexplicably to different places, including the bedroom of his crush, Zac.
The narrative unfolds with Aiden's initial excitement and nervousness upon receiving messages from Zac, which quickly turns into confusion and bewilderment as he discovers his glowing testicles and strange teleportation abilities. Amidst these surreal experiences, Aiden's deep-seated feelings for Zac become increasingly evident, though his hopes of romantic reciprocity are dashed when Zac bluntly rejects any notion of them being more than friends.
The story delves into Aiden's internal struggle as he processes rejection, grappling with his own emotions while trying to make sense of his newfound powers. It explores themes of identity, longing, and the complexities of relationships, both romantic and platonic. Aiden's journey is marked by moments of introspection, vulnerability, and a longing for connection that transcends the ordinary.
As Aiden navigates the highs and lows of his experiences, from the initial excitement of potentially spending time with Zac to the heart-wrenching realization of unrequited love, the reader is drawn into a narrative that blends elements of romance, coming-of-age, and supernatural intrigue. The book invites readers to contemplate the nature of love, friendship, and personal growth amidst the backdrop of suburban life and the unexpected twists of fate that shape Aiden's journey. Where will they take him?
Asher King's life has revolved around putting up an involuntary mask to hide his true self. With successful parents boasting about his 'pretend' success, Asher feels as though the life he is living was never his to begin with, and a home of happiness is far out of reach. While the luxurious life is envied by most, Asher is only followed by social anxiety and suffocation in a life he doesn't want. The only place where he feels like he can genuinely escape is the little flower shop down the street, where he doesn't expect to find the school's star football player.
Leo Gaines is Greenville's golden boy who is destined for success in the NFL. One would think that Leo would do anything to keep a squeaky clean reputation, but Leo would do anything to live a life for himself. Everyone seems to love the confidence he oozes but the subtle respect he always values. However, one thing doesn't fit the agenda: he is still coming to terms with his bisexuality.
After multiple encounters with the mysterious boy from the flower shop he works at, Leo soon realizes that he can't help falling for the flower boy.
Can Leo find the relationship of his dreams while trying to find a future in a world that exudes masculinity?
Will Asher finally find authenticity that will break him free from the marionette puppet he is staged to play?
Find out in "Flowers for Football."