Question: what is the dear evan hansen book about

title: Dear Evan Hansen
text: At school , Evan and Alana notice that people are starting to forget about Connor . Spurred on by a vision of Connor , Evan enlists Alana and Jared 's help in founding `` The Connor Project '' -- an organization dedicated to keeping Connor 's memory alive . The three pitch the idea to the Murphys , who agree to support the project ( `` Disappear '' ) . Moved by his dedication , Cynthia gives Evan a necktie she had gotten for Connor that he had never worn and asks Evan to wear it when he speaks at Connor 's memorial service . At the official launch of The Connor Project , Evan gives an inspiring speech about his loneliness and friendship with Connor , which goes viral . Zoe , overcome by the impact her brother and Evan have had , kisses him ( `` You Will Be Found '' ) .