Jeff Zentner's 'In the Wild Light' is a heartfelt story of two friends, Cash and Delaney, whose deep bond is rooted in their shared hardships in a small Appalachian town. They face life's cruel realities, with Cash dealing with the loss of his mother to opioids and his Papaw's emphysema. Despite the adversity, they find a glimmer of hope when granted scholarships to an elite Connecticut prep school. This new chapter challenges their relationship and forces Cash to confront his protective instincts for Delaney, his profound connection to his grandparents, and the poignant necessity of leaving his past behind. 'In the Wild Light' is an evocative journey through grief, the essence of family, and the pains and joys of growing up.