First, there was Cody Clark's nightmare about climbing Deception Pass. And being trapped in the long, dark tunnel. Then he got caught in a couple surprising situations that he doesn't want to talk about. With all the misunderstandings, it feels more like he's constantly in the wrong place at the wrong time. Especially now that he's got nicknames he's not sure he wants or deserves. Iron-Jaw Clark? Toughest Kid in Town? Feather's Boyfriend? And all the while the local bully is after him to reclaim his title of toughest kid in town. He learns that though his friends are with him every step of the way, he must face his fears alone.