He threw me against the wall, and I heard my rib crack.  *Thump* I slid down it, and hot tears burned my cheeks.  *Sob* The front door opened and then closed, Dad walking out to drink away the pain in his knuckles. *Slam* I'm all alone. It's not the first time it happened, and I knew what to do next. The crawl to my bedroom killed me, but I'm glad I didn't pass out from the pain, like I usually do. I have homework due in tomorrow. The door to the bathroom is open, thankfully, and I yanked myself up and held onto the sink for support. I know I shouldn't do this, but I always did after a good hour long beating. The shine from the knife in my hands put me into a trance, and I watched with a ghost of a smile on my bruised face as I brought it up near my wrist.  Aurora has been plagued with a murder dear to her heart, and she suffers the consequences almost daily. Her life is abused away and her hopes for tomorrow are if she can cover that bruise on her face, not would she pass that exam? High school senior year brings good luck but bad too, and she gets caught up in a love-mess. Her best friend, the one she can trust with ALL of her secrets becomes her boyfriend. But Aurora's art teacher, Mr. Angelo, picks up on more than her school friends do. Is it a bad thing or good?

Bullying is a very serious issue that effects the lives of many. I hope that by many of us sharing our personal stories, it will not only help victims realize that they are not alone, but also help bullies realize how strongly their actions and words can effect others. If you've experienced bullying and would like to share your story in this book, here is the link to the submission form: http://goo.gl/forms/fJXipq1sD9 *Note*: If you or someone you know has feelings of depression, suicide, harassment, or self harm, please check out the resources available in your region: http://support.wattpad.com/hc/en-us/articles/200774284-Counseling-and-Prevention-Resources