Perfectly Broken

Perfectly Broken

  • WpView
    Reads 20
  • WpVote
    Votes 0
  • WpPart
    Parts 3
WpMetadataReadOngoing12m
WpMetadataNoticeLast published Fri, Mar 16, 2018
Milo is trying desperately to see the light in the ever darkening world. She wants to be a positive force, but oftentimes finds herself anxious and scared. Nathanial however, is the complete opposite of her. He has ASPD, and is unable to form attachments to other people, so far at least. Could someone born without empathy ever learn to feel others around them? Could a person who is perfect in every other way except for their ability to be "human" and "feel others around them" flawed? Is empathy and hope even worth having of life is so dark? Hell if I know, I'm just a fucking kid alright. Anyway, "read to find out on this wacky adventure" or some other bullshit I'll make up to get you to read my book. Oh yeah, also a kid is missing. Maybe murdered children? I'm just winging this bullshit so don't hat me alright.
All Rights Reserved
#53
maybefunny
WpChevronRight
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
Illustration

You may also like

  • Just Me Against the World
  • Worthless (Unedited Version)
  • π’π°πžπžπ­ π»π‘¦π‘‘π‘Ÿπ‘Žπ‘›π‘”π‘’π‘Ž | 𝐁.𝐄.
  • keaton and his alpha mate
  • Sold To My Master (MxB)
  • Like Minds III - Asylum (American Horror Story crossover)
  • The Other Guy (BoyxBoy) βœ”οΈ
  • OUTRUN THE TRUTH {OMORI AU} (OLD)
  • Jazz Red's Anomaly
  • Vicious Bonds {COMPLETED}

Lara has always lived in the shadows, convinced she isn't enough. The world feels overwhelmingly loud, too vivid, and far too big for someone like her. She hides from attention, avoids risks, and sees herself through a lens of self-doubt, her flaws magnified and her worth invisible. Life in the background feels safer, even if it means missing out on connection and joy. When a group project pairs her with Nathan, her confident and charismatic classmate, Lara's carefully guarded world begins to shift. Nathan exudes ease and charm, surrounded by friends whose laughter and effortless connection make her feel even more out of place. Yet, his quiet kindness and surprising attentiveness draw her in, challenging her belief that she doesn't belong. For the first time, Lara begins to wonder if maybe, just maybe, she's not as invisible as she thought. As she spends more time with Nathan and his friends, Lara slowly starts to open up. Their warmth chips away at her defenses, but it also forces her to confront her fears. She struggles with feelings of inadequacy and questions whether she's truly deserving of the attention and affection she's receiving. Her growing feelings for Nathan only intensify this internal conflict-can someone like him really see her as worthy, and more importantly, can she see herself that way? Encouraged by her steadfast best friend Bea and Nathan's quiet support, Lara begins the painful but necessary journey toward self-acceptance. It's a battle fought not against others but within herself. She starts to realize that her worth isn't defined by perfection or others' opinions but by embracing who she truly is. Lara's story is one of identity, courage, and breaking free from self-imposed limitations. It's about stepping out of the shadows and discovering that the hardest battles often lead to the brightest transformations. Will she claim her place in the world or retreat to the safety of the background?

More details
WpActionLinkContent Guidelines