The Gravity of Us

In this engaging debut, seventeen-year-old Cal navigates the upheaval of his life as his father's selection for a high-profile NASA mission to Mars leads his family from Brooklyn to Houston, plunging them into a media frenzy. Amidst the chaos, Cal meets the enigmatic Leon, another "Astrokid," and quickly finds himself falling in love. As their relationship deepens, Cal uncovers secrets about the program that could disrupt everything he holds dear, forcing him to confront the challenge of honesty and loyalty. With themes of first love and teenage self-doubt, Phil Stamper's story resonates with fans of Adam Silvera.