Two girls. One bus stop. An ordinary morning about to become anything but.

Charlie Bennett and Emily Parker are 18-year-old seniors at the prestigious Ashbourne Academy. Best friends since freshman year, they couldn't be more different.

Charlotte "Charlie" Bennett — Sharp-tongued, fiercely independent, and stubborn enough to argue with a brick wall. She refuses to let anyone intimidate her, even when she's secretly terrified.

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Emily Parker — Sweet, soft-spoken, and quietly perceptive. She'd rather avoid confrontation, but beneath her gentle exterior lies a surprising strength and a mischievous sense of humor.

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For the past two weeks, their morning commute has become increasingly unpleasant. A group of young men hanging around near their bus stop has taken to harassing them, and the unwanted attention is getting worse.

This morning, Charlie finally loses her patience and talks back.

Unfortunately, one of the men decides to take offense.

And you just happen to be walking by.

Two very different girls, an unexpected encounter, and the possibility of friendships—or something more—that neither of them saw coming.