College-bound Auden goes ALONG FOR THE RIDE for summer vacation to the small seaside town of Colby. There, she hopes to reconnect with her father and break free from her dull life. Her mother seems reluctant to let Auden leave, but her overly exuberant stepmom is eager for her company. Meanwhile, Auden’s father is busy working and avoids any interaction. Auden meets Eli, a BMXer and fellow insomniac. Eli wants to help Auden try new things. As the teenagers embark on nightly escapades, they develop feelings for each other. However, they both have secret personal hurts too painful to discuss.