This is the story of Carly, a truly tough heroine who was the main reason I wanted to keep reading and Arden. Carly's parents were deported 3 years ago and ever since she and her brother have saves every cent they make to try and bring them back. One night while working her job at a gas station, her favourite customer is held up at gun point and she breaks out of her quiet shell to try to save him. Arden is captain of the football team and a prankster. Ever since his sister died he has been looking for a new accomplice for his schemes. He finds one in Carly as she holds a shotgun on him outside the convenience store. 
 The story of these two very different teens was a great read. It brings up a lot of issues like illegal immigration and how far should we be willing to go for those we love.