Ismael's first love, Kelly, disappears abroad for the new school year - right after their first kiss! His friend Razza sees no problem with this and sets Ismael up with Cindy. However, their kiss doesn't quite meet the dreamy Ismael's expectations. Shortly after, he finds himself in the arms of Razza's girlfriend, Sally - but that's not something you do in a true friendship. The two boys soon have plenty of fun together, discussing the big questions of humanity and competing at school. Then summer vacation arrives, bringing Kelly back - Ismael's great love. With wit and a wink, this young adult novel tells the story of the everyday chaos that comes with growing up.