An Intimate Understanding of America's Teenagers: Shaking Hands with Aliens

Alicia stands at the crossroads of adolescence, desperately trying to navigate the turbulent waters of high school life. Her quest for popularity propels her to engage in behaviors far removed from her upbringing, actions that would leave her parents in disbelief. As she confronts the challenges of acceptance and identity, the pressure to fit in drives her to make choices that blur the lines between self-expression and conformity.

As Alicia's journey unfolds, she grapples with the consequences of her decisions, each step introducing her to a crew of equally lost teenagers, each trying to find their place in a world that often feels foreign and hostile. The story explores the complexities of teenage friendships, the struggle for authenticity, and the realization that true acceptance may not stem from fitting in but rather from embracing one's own unique identity. Through this exploration, the narrative sheds light on the often overlooked inner lives of American teenagers.