Sunflowers

In the span of mere days, Linnea Broderick is forced headfirst into a rehearsal process unlike any other. She is introduced to a world where nobody is competing. Nobody plasters on fake smiles. Nobody treats any of their fellow actors like garbage. Or so it seems. It's Linnea against the world, with no defenses to spare - just her own ability to be true to herself.

In time, Linnea finds herself opening up to this group, losing the guard she had worked so tirelessly to put up. But is it really worth it? Is it safe to wear her heart on her sleeve? Or are these people just baiting her in, waiting for the moment where they reveal that they're just as selfish as anyone else?

"Danger lurks when people are dissociated and detached from their own story or feelings." ~Eve Ensler

Sunflowers is a work of realistic fiction meant to bring attention to the power of empathy. Just how far can our emotions take us? Is it worth it to step into the sun for people, even if we've been burnt in the past? What are the risks of loving, and do the benefits outweigh the costs?

The answer: Well, I guess you'll have to read on and see for yourself.

**The cover was beautifully designed by Sincerely_Bri, an incredible author and friend.***