Leilhani Diefendorf is the oldest child of Japanese tycoon businessman, Ken Saito. She lives a luxurious life, best friends with Peter Chauncy's daughter, Piper Chauncy, she can buy anything, anytime and anywhere. And most importantly, she has a supportful family. But she'd do anything to get respect and fame for being herself.
Nikolas Perrin is every girl's dream guy, he's complete. with a charming face, and unlimited fame. He can get any girl he wants with just a snap of a finger. But if there's one thing he could wish for, it's a perfect family. Complete with a mother, a father and a brother. Well, he did have all of this a long time ago.
Two completely different people meet up in the most unexpected places. They discovered a few similarities, like their birthdates, hobbies, interests, and most importantly,
Their struggle with depression and their determination to find happiness.
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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