Would you rather know the truth that will leave you hopeless, or continue to believe the lies? Colleen Hoover, the beloved and bestselling author, returns with her captivating tale of a boy and girl with troubled pasts, embarking on a poignant and compelling journey to discover life lessons, love, trust, and above all, the healing power that only knowing the truth can bring. Skye, a high school senior, meets Dean Holder, a boy whose dissolute reputation rivals her own. From their first encounter, he both terrifies and captivates her; something about him stirs up painful memories of her own troubled past, a past she has tried so hard to bury. Though Skye is determined to keep her distance, his relentless pursuit and enigmatic smile break down her resistance, and a powerful bond develops between them. But the mysterious Holder keeps his secrets to himself, and once they are revealed, Skye is forever changed, and perhaps her capacity for trust becomes a casualty of the truth. Only by bravely confronting harsh discoveries can Skye and Holder heal their emotional scars and find a way to live and love without limits. "Hopeless" is a breathtaking novel that captivates you and makes you remember your first love.