What Happens Now

An emotional and heartwarming novel from the author of The Beginning of After, an ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults. Perfect for fans of Sarah Dessen!

The summer Ari first sees Camden, she longs for him from afar. When the two forge a true connection the following summer, Ari lets herself fall . . . hard. As their romance blossoms, she’ll have to discover the very real boy behind her infatuation while also struggling with her own demons, obligations, and loyalties.

What Happens Now is an insightful and touching novel about learning to heal, learning to love, and what happens when fantasy becomes reality, from acclaimed author Jennifer Castle.

What happens when the boy you’ve idealized for a year turns out to be more complicated—and more perfect—than you ever imagined?

Second Chance at Love: After a year of watching him from afar, Ari gets a second summer to connect with Camden. But the real boy is so much more than the fantasy. Shared Fandom and Cosplay: A bond forms over a mutual love for the cult sci-fi show Silver Arrow, leading to a cosplay adventure that brings them closer than ever. A Story of Healing: A thoughtful and honest young adult novel that explores the challenges of depression and self-harm, and the courage it takes to learn to love yourself and let someone else in. Small Town Summer: Set against the backdrop of a small town swimming lake, this contemporary YA romance captures the fleeting, magical feeling of first love.