Fifteen-year-old Jewel McCormick has spent her life staying quiet, staying small, and staying out of trouble. Luke Peters doesn’t belong in her world. He’s loud, magnetic, and already chasing a future beyond Kansas City with his band and big dreams.

But he sees her. And once he does, he doesn’t let go.

What starts as stolen moments and secret rides turns into something deeper… something neither of them is prepared for. Because Jewel’s life is ruled by fear at home, and Luke’s future is pulling him further away every day.

When one reckless choice changes everything, they’re forced to grow up faster than they should.

"Diamonds and Rubies"

by Karen Nappa