Synopsis:
4 girls, all unique as can be,
In modern New York, where we lay our scene,
From high school hierarchy break to new mutiny,
The birth of this friendship is far from serene.
A common love for music is found,
An unlikely friendship ignites the school,
When news of this friendship travels around,
The renowned ruler attempts to make them a fool.
Yet their success continues to prosper,
And soon their journey takes a turn,
For young men whose heart they strive to conquer,
Can easily leave them to burn,
Follow this journey, and watch it unfold,
Without further ado, behold!
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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