Some summers change everything. Some friends do too.

When 12-year-old Gabriel Scott is torn from his virtual world and dropped into the quiet town of Kenton Woods, he thinks his summer is ruined. But one unlikely friendship leads to another, and soon he’s caught up in a real-life treasure hunt, a girl with glowing eyes, and a secret that could break everything he’s just begun to build.

From riddles and fireflies to heartbreak and butterflies, Gabriel and his friends face more than just school drama—they face the kind of choices that shape who they are and who they’ll become. And when standing up for each other isn’t enough, they’ll have to find the courage to stand up for themselves.

The Heroes Next Door Trilogy is a heartfelt coming-of-age adventure about friendship, first love, and finding your place—even when the world keeps shifting around you.