Starry Eyes - by Jenn Bennett

This is a heartwarming and adventurous romance novel that follows two former best friends, Zorie and Lennon, as they navigate their complicated past and present while stranded in the wilderness after a group camping trip goes wrong.

With no one but each other for company, they must hash out their issues via witty jabs and insults as they try to make their way to safety.

As they travel deeper into Northern California's rugged backcountry, secrets and hidden feelings surface, and the two must confront their complicated past and decide if their rekindled connection can survive in the real world.

With vivid plots, endearing characters, and a layered adventure-love story that explores serious subjects such as grief, betrayal, divorce, and loss, this novel is impossible to put down.

The author authentically explores these topics while also providing a healthy portrayal of consensual sex between mature teens.

This book is a sweet and surprisingly substantial friends-to-more romance that will capture your heart and keep you turning the pages until the very end.