She’s sunshine. He’s sarcasm. But there's a storm brewing... can they survive it?
Gerard “Gibsie” Gibson is the class clown—until he’s not. Behind the laughs is a boy battling old scars, hiding the hurt with jokes and chaos. Claire Biggs is his best friend’s little sister and the only one who sees the boy behind the banter.
She’s spent a lifetime loving him. He’s spent a lifetime avoiding his pain.
When feelings rise and childhood bonds shift, Claire and Gibsie must face the past—and decide if friendship can survive what’s coming.
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📘 Condition: Gently used paperback with light shelf wear, all feelings intact.
⚠️ Trigger Warnings:
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Emotional suppression
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Internalized trauma
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Grief from loss of a loved one
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Male mental health themes
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Romantic tension with blurred friendship lines
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Isolation & loneliness
This one is a tough read; please take care of your mental health. This book is not recommended for audiences under the age of 18.
🫶 Put this on your shelf next to Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating and every sunshine x chaos pairing you love. 🧃📚
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