Starting from childhood in the sandbox, Autumn and Finn's connection becomes the foundation of their lives, demonstrating how formative early friendships can be and how they support us through life's ups and downs.

The story confronts the heartbreaking reality of missed chances, with Autumn wondering how things might have been different if she had followed her heart, emphasizing the importance of expressing feelings before it's too late.

The novel explores dealing with loss and grief, following Autumn's journey to cope with pain and guilt after Finn's death, highlighting the importance of accepting support and finding new hope.