Samuel Hopkins, a hopeful Birman and freshman at Hoovensguaard University, yearns to leave his uneventful past behind. With a burning desire to escape the clutches of his childhood, abusive parents, and the haunting memories of a shattered friendship, college life is his ticket to a brighter future. But fate is a cruel bastard that takes that newfound hope right away. On his very first day, amidst the bustling sea of unfamiliar faces, Samuel finds himself disoriented and on the brink of a panic attack. Hiding behind a sculpture to fully break down, a stranger approaches. But as soon as he locks eyes with the stranger, reality dawns on Samuel when he realizes the stranger has a familiar face... The one and only face that he hasn't seen for three years long. Tyson Bowyers, the very tiger who once inflicted deep wounds upon his heart, is standing before him. His yellow eyes, once a source of comfort, now pierce into Samuel's soul like a bullet through flesh. Though Tyson is compelled to aid Samuel in his panic attack, Samuel's anger overshadows any rational thought. Leaving his childhood best friend stood frozen on his own, Samuel's dreams of a fresh start and a new college life shatter as he continues searching for his class... As he continues living his life... Little does Samuel understand that not everything remains the same. ----- A tale of redemption, forgiveness, and unexpected connections, this story is about the enduring power of hope in times of confusion and uncertainty, the transformative nature of second chances, and the value of pain. ⚠️ Viewers discretion is advised.

A high school romance with a dash of magic. What seems to be a simple love story between a wolf and a fox turns into something far more serious. Something which threatens both their love, and the very fate of the world. Bullied ever since he started high school, Daniel Southpaw, a fox in the tenth grade, can't believe his eyes when he meets the two new wolves in the high school. Sarkis Freeheart, a recent and popular celebrity for his heroic deeds of defeating the resurfacing evil in the world, and Matt Freeheart, Sarkis' brother, are suddenly in Dan's classes. Dan's entire life is turned around when he meets them, after all, it's not every day you get to be friends with a huge hero and celebrity like Sarkis! And Dan totally doesn't have a crush on Sarkis... definitely. Yet, despite his joy and bashfulness at this turn of events, Dan notices that Sarkis is very protective of Matt, and every once in a while Matt is unable to go to class due to an illness. This illness keeps reoccurring, and neither Matt or Sarkis will give a proper explanation. Caring about his friends, while trying not to be distracted by the two new sets of abs in the locker room, Dan takes it upon himself to figure out the cause of Matt and Sarkis' odd behaviour. Though he finds love along the way, he also uncovers a dark, dark secret... ~~ ~~ ~~ This story contains furries, highschool, straight and gay relationships, and some fantastical/magical aspects as well (magic and spells and such). Let the drama of a modern society high school mingle with fantastical beasts and magic. The cover art is not mine! I give full credit to the artist, hibbary (https://www.furaffinity.net/user/hibbary/), for the beautiful picture on the cover. Go check 'em out!

Alec Calixto is a boy born as a Wolf Fur due to a Mutation that he has. He is carefree but is blocked by his insecurities of being different. He longs to be accepted by the world. He keeps all his differences hidden, but for how long. Alec has turned 18, He needs to go to school at least once in his lifetime. But many things will stand in his way of having a good school life. Will he have friends? Bullies are common in the school, and because of the weird outfits he uses to cover up, he becomes a victim. Chase and his group will become his enemies. Or will it be that way? ^^^This will be updated Ill also update the book cover eventually.