Tonight We Rule the World

Owen Turner, a boy with ASD, meets Lily, who helps him come out as bi and settle into his diagnosis. However, when someone reports his sexual assault to the school, rumors about an assault flood the hallways, and Owen is afraid of being called a "victim." He is afraid of his father's extreme methods to hunt down the name of the assaulter, and he is afraid that Lily will take their relationship to a dark, dangerous place to keep Owen quiet. One day, Owen's fears come true, and he must escape the explosion intact.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 19 June 2023
Publisher: Page Street Publishing Co.

Owen Turner, a young boy, possessed an abundance of words that had remained trapped within his mind for years. He seldom spoke, as if his thoughts were too overwhelming to be expressed. However, everything changed when he met Lily. Lily, a kind-hearted girl, gave Owen his voice and helped him embrace his identity as bisexual. She also provided him with the comfort of an ASD diagnosis.

However, their happiness was short-lived when someone disclosed Owen's deepest secret to the school: he had been sexually assaulted at a class event. As officials initiated interviews to investigate the matter, rumors about the assault began to spread like wildfire throughout the hallways. Nobody knew that Owen had been the victim, and he was terrified of the consequences if his name became public.

Owen feared that his classmates would label him with a word he despised: "victim." He was also concerned about his father's reaction, a tough-as-nails military veteran who would resort to extreme measures to find the perpetrator. Moreover, he was afraid that Lily would take their relationship to a dangerous place, where she would silence Owen to protect him.

One day, Owen's worst fears materialized. The explosion occurred, leaving him in a state of panic and disbelief. He knew that he had to escape the explosion intact, but the task seemed insurmountable. With every passing moment, he felt the weight of his fears bearing down on him.

However, Owen refused to give up. He summoned all his strength and resilience, pushing himself to his limits. He sought help from his friends, who rallied around him in support. Together, they devised a plan to escape the explosion and protect Owen from further harm.

In the end, Owen emerged from the explosion unscathed. He was grateful for the love and support of his friends, who had been his rock during his darkest hour. He also realized that he had the power to overcome his fears and emerge stronger than ever before.

Owen's journey taught him the importance of resilience, the power of friendship, and the importance of seeking help when needed. He knew that he would never forget the lessons he had learned and that he would use them to navigate the challenges that life would throw his way.

As for Lily, she remained by Owen's side throughout his ordeal, offering him love and support. She knew that Owen was strong enough to face his fears and that she would be there for him no matter what. Their relationship grew stronger, and they continued to support each other through the ups and downs of life.

In conclusion, Owen Turner's journey was a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. He had faced his darkest fears and emerged victorious, thanks to the love and support of his friends and the strength within himself. Lily played a crucial role in his journey, providing him with his voice and helping him embrace his identity. Together, they overcame the explosion and emerged stronger than ever before.

Weight: 311g
Dimension: 215 x 136 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781645677918