Publisher's Synopsis
Ivan Lazarev never wanted to be noticed. With ghost-pale skin and silver eyes, he's used to being the target of whispers, stares, and worse. When he and his mother move to the small town of Novoye Ozero for a fresh start, Ivan expects more of the same: isolation, judgment, and silence. What he doesn't expect is Ksenia Krylov-the magnetic, admired girl who sees through his shadows. She's everything he isn't: bright, fearless, untouchable. And yet, she looks at him like he matters.
As Ivan and Ksenia grow closer, their connection sparks something fragile and extraordinary-but not everyone is willing to accept it. Between cruel classmates, painful memories, and the fear of being too broken to love, Ivan must decide if he's ready to step into the light. Because love might see him, but will he let it heal him?
