Don't Call Me Ishmael

In 2006, after moving to a wealthy suburb and facing personal tragedy, 14-year-old Kieran Northrup finds solace and a deepening connection through a mentorship program with his new friend Izzy Murraro. As their bond grows amid the challenges of adolescence, Kieran navigates themes of love, identity, and the complexities of high school life in 2000s America. The story explores the joys and hardships of being young and gay, set against a backdrop of emotional and societal turbulence.