
This young adult novel introduces Parker Grant, a blind high schooler who has developed "The Rules" to protect herself from being treated differently or taken advantage of. Her fiercely independent spirit is tested when Scott Kilpatrick, the boy who once broke her heart, returns to her life. Simultaneously, Parker is grappling with the recent death of her father, meticulously tracking days without crying. As she tries out for the track team and offers tough love to friends, she uncovers new information about both Scott and her father's past, forcing her to re-evaluate her rigid worldview. The book explores themes of grief, trust, forgiveness, and self-discovery through a unique and engaging protagonist. It's suitable for ages 12-18, offering a poignant look at navigating adolescence with a disability and profound loss.
Parker Grant doesn't need 20/20 vision to see right through you. That's why she created the Rules: Don't treat her any differently just because she's blind, andnever take advantage. There will be no second chances. Just ask Scott Kilpatrick, the boy who broke her heart.