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The Long, Winding Road

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Ella Chambers; a different breed. 

After being thrown into a new environment, Ella strives to overcome her daunting past. She never thought she would have to deal with such unbearable side-effects. Ella intends to keep her head down and smooth through her Junior year into her Senior year alongside her troublesome group of friends. She has hopes that everything will be different by the time her graduation rolls around. But, she struggles with her innermost feelings of wanting to experience life to the fullest. She becomes torn, as her special relationship with her foster-family potentially holds her back from what she possibly has needed all along. Ella is encountered with feelings she's never faced when someone new is thrown into the mix. After an unexpected twist of events happens, Ella struggles with her deeper emotions and her true identity.  

Ella Chambers has an impossible choice between finding her true self, a chance at true love, or a fresh start. Will she choose the road less taken?All Rights Reserved

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You belong to me by CristinaCools

Sofia is an ordinary girl, trying to live her life as normally as possible. Being a teen in high school isn't easy for her. Especially finding her place among her peers may be the hardest part of everything. School is more of an obligation for her and she can't wait to start into senior year and leave everyone behind. Except for her closest friend Miley, she has nobody at school where Sofia can truly be herself until she gets to know the true colors of Miley. One day everything changed. Being invisible wasn't enough to hide from him, so he made it clear he wanted more with her. (This story has a second book where the characters are adults. Definitely want to recommend it to teens and also adults as well!)

Ella's Promise: Love's Eternal Pledge by Ravimxcnf

ELLA is a deeply emotional and heart-wrenching tale of two individuals, Ella and the protagonist, who form an inseparable friendship that evolves into a passionate and tumultuous love affair. Set against a backdrop of personal struggles, betrayals, and the complexities of life, their journey explores themes of love, loss, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit. As they navigate through the trials and tribulations of their relationship, their paths converge and diverge, ultimately leading them to a bittersweet farewell that leaves an indelible mark on their hearts

The End of Seventeen by Books_by_Saniyyah

Living in a suffocating household dynamic, 17-year-old Lizzy Jones, finds herself constantly overlooked by her parents who lavish attention on her younger sister, Jamie - their self-proclaimed golden child. Left to navigate life's challenges alone, Lizzy begins to question her place in the world. While her peers are out partying, dating, and conforming to societal expectations, Lizzy feels trapped in a never-ending cycle of trying to fit in. In her monotonous routine, she yearns for something more, something authentic that goes beyond the surface. Enter Parker Watts, the enigmatic rebel of their school. Intrigued by his mysterious aura, Lizzy is drawn to him, sensing that he holds the key to breaking free from her stifling existence. As their paths intertwine, Lizzy discovers a side of herself she never knew existed - a longing for adventure, a desire to challenge the norm, and an appetite for genuine connections. With Parker as her guide, Lizzy learns to embrace her individuality, pushing against the expectations imposed upon her. While her friends conform to societal molds, Lizzy begins to understand the value of forging her own unique path. Caught between the pressures of conforming and the call of her authentic self, Lizzy grapples with her choices throughout her junior year. The more time she spends with Parker, the deeper their connection grows, and the more they both realize that they are searching for something profound amidst the superficiality of teenage life.

The Popular Boys Best Friend by aussiegrl13

Abigale isn't what you call pretty, or bright. She's average, with the below average schooling . Abi gets bullied for her nerdy appearance, and her high B's. She's the school loser, with one friend, who she loves. Love loves. Only trouble is he lives two hours away and has no idea about the bullying. What happens if he moves to her town? Will they remain just friends? or will they be more? Or will the popular cliché be too good for Nick to resist? Interested to find out? I guess you'll just have to read. I'm Abigale-Grace Dorson and this is my story about friendship, kindness and self love. thanks for looking at this book, I hope you choose to read it. There may only be 10 chapters but they are VERY long

Complicated Things by RacheelQuist

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You belong to me cover

Ella's Promise: Love's Eternal Pledge cover

The End of Seventeen cover

The Popular Boys Best Friend cover

Complicated Things cover

For Just a Moment cover

RED SERIES: Love Through A Shattered Lens cover

The Price of Forgetting cover

The value of water melons cover

If You Love Me cover

You belong to me

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