The happily-ever-after of I'll Be There is turned on its head in this emotional sequel from the New York Times– bestselling author of Counting by 7s . Emily Bell has it all. She's in love with a boy named Sam Border, and his little brother has become part of her family. This summer is destined to be the best time of their lives—until a charismatic new girl in town sets her sights on Sam. Now Emily finds herself questioning the loyalty of the person she thought she could trust most. But the biggest threat to her happiness is someone she never saw coming. Sam's criminally insane father, whom everyone thought they'd finally left behind, is planning a jailbreak. And he knows exactly where to find Emily and his sons when he escapes—and takes his revenge. "A raw, affecting, honest, and searing portrait." —Melissa de la Cruz, #1 New York Times– bestselling author "Destinies collide in Sloan's thrilling sequel to her heart-wrenching I'll Be There . The fast-paced plot, complex story lines, and compelling characters grab readers from the get-go." ― Booklist "Immensely satisfying, heartfelt, and lyrical . . . A truly compelling novel . . . Sloan succeeds in skillfully combining the tenderness of young love, various distinct voices, and fast-paced action." ― School Library Journal "Strong dialogue and genuine emotional concern . . . make this a heart-warming novel . . . Definitely a book worth the read." ― VOYA "Lively, tender, and satisfying." ― The Horn Book "[Delivers] an ultimately hopeful message about how friendships and families can form. Sure to be savored by fans of the first installment." ― Kirkus Reviews