Diamonds Pale Like Vampire Skin

Alex Finn goes to school

Alex Finn goes home to her abusive stepdad and drunk mother

Alex Finn doesn't have friends

Alex Finn is silent.

Alex doesn't really think about her life too much, she wishes things were different but she knows they can't be. She's used to being alone, no one bothering with her presence, but when the new kid comes to school for two weeks and takes an interest in her who can resist a little friendship?