[STIGMA SERIES #1] Within the halls of Crestwood High, Trexdeene Wriley shone as a beacon of positivity and academic prowess. Her radiant spirit attracted attention, but it was the arrival of an enigmatic young man that would change the course of her life. This man, whose presence mirrored her outgoing nature, seemed to carry a profound secret, an existence veiled in mystery. Despite the intrigue, what truly bound them together were their shared passions for music, food, and dreams of a fulfilling future.
However, destiny had a different plan for Trexdeene. One fateful day, she found herself confronted with a profound dilemma, a crossroad that threatened to unravel her carefully cultivated optimism. The weight of this decision would burden her, recurring relentlessly, casting shadows of doubt upon her aspirations and faith in what lies ahead. Would she summon the courage to face this seemingly insurmountable challenge head-on, or would she surrender to the overwhelming temptation to give up?
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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