The distance that separates us

Perfect for fans of realistic chick lit, The Distance Between Us tells the story of the sweet and hopeful Caymen, in a modern and captivating version of the classic Cinderella.

Caymen Meyers learned early on not to trust the rich. And after years of observing them, she's certain they're good at only one thing: spending money on useless things, like the porcelain dolls from her mother's shop.

So, when Xander Spence walks into the store, one look is all it takes for Caymen to realize he's got a lot of money. While he's sweet and understands her like no one else, Caymen is smart and knows Xander's interest won't last. Because, if there's one thing she learned from her mother, it's that rich guys will inevitably break her heart. Mason, the tattooed—and middle-class—rock singer, is much more her style, right? So why can't she get Xander out of her head?

Just as Xander's friendship and loyalty are about to convince Caymen that being rich isn't a character flaw, she discovers that money plays a much bigger role in their relationship than she could have imagined.

Will Caymen risk heartbreak to find true love?

“This charming story is beautifully written, and the characters are very well developed [...]. West's book is sweet and captivating.” — School Library Journal

“This book is rich with vivid dialogue, wit, and romance.” — Daisy Whitney, author of The Mockingbirds and When You Were Here

"Readers will easily identify with Caymen as she searches for her true identity: not the poor girl, not her mother's caretaker, and certainly not a rich guy's plaything. I recommend this familiar yet fulfilling love story to fans of realistic chick lit." — Booklist

“An antidote to dystopian and post-apocalyptic fiction, this Cinderella story is both sweet and hopeful.” — Kirkus Reviews

"The Distance Between Us is a sweet and engaging story, full of heart and sarcasm. Kasie West is responsible for creating some of the most fascinating guys in young adult literature today—and I officially declare her the Queen of First Kiss Scenes." — Heise Reads & Recommends