"Differences in the Same Backyard," is a story about the relationship of two people growing up in the same neighborhood, who come from opposite social backgrounds. The character Asia is exposed to the reality of Crown Heights by Chris who has been living through it all of his life. Asia must figure out if too much exposure of that dark side will hurt her, or only make her stronger. This novel will allow many people to become aware of how love triangles can expose all three sides of the triangle through love, economical success, and social status.