Vanilla

Vanilla by Billy Merrell is a novel written in verse, focusing on the relationship between two gay teenagers, Vanilla and Hunter, who have been together since middle school.

As they navigate high school, their relationship is strained by differing desires for intimacy.

The novel explores themes of identity, asexuality, and the complexities of gay youth in contemporary society.

It features multiple narrators, including Vanilla, Hunter, and their friend Clown/Angel, each offering unique perspectives on love, identity, and community.