In this groundbreaking debut essay collection, actress Lily Collins—star of Mortal Instruments and Rules Don’t Apply—opens a poignant, honest conversation about the struggles young women face: body image, self-confidence, relationships, family, and dating.

For the first time, Lily shares her life and deepest secrets, underscoring that everyone experiences pain and heartbreak. We all understand what it’s like to live in the light and in the dark. For Lily, it’s about making it through to the other side, where you embrace yourself just as you are.

She’s learned that it only takes one person standing up and saying something for everyone to realize they’re not alone. By turns hilarious and heartbreaking, Lily’s honest voice will inspire you to be who you are and say what you feel.

It’s time to claim your voice! It’s time to live your life unfiltered.