First published 2024
A teenager finds an old bicycle that becomes their gateway to independence. The worn frame and rusty chain hide potential that mirrors their own journey of self-discovery. Each ride takes them further from the confines of their neighborhood and deeper into questions about who they want to become. The bicycle becomes more than transportation. It transforms into a symbol of escape, growth, and the courage to pedal toward an uncertain future. As miles accumulate beneath the spinning wheels, the protagonist must choose between the safety of familiar streets and the risk of exploring unknown paths. McCormick crafts a story where the simple act of riding becomes a metaphor for the complex process of growing up and finding one's place in the world.
Genres: fiction, family, coming-of-age, contemporary, adolescence, bicycles
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, self-discovery
40 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins