An Ocean of Hope
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Last published Mon, Aug 10, 2020
I recently learned that books blurbs are written by those who read them, and not by the author. I would appreciate some help in refining and describing this short story.
As some general information, the story is a semi-realism premise and follows young adult Hope through some of the tumultuous events that have made her the person she is today and her acceptance of them. I have tried to keep the descriptions somewhat loose so as to avoid distressing people too much but see what you think whether less truly is more or more is required!
Thank you for your help!
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