False Sanctuary
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Last published Fri, Oct 9, 2020
Seventeen-year-old Maurice Ryder arrives at the doorstep of his older brother, Christophe, who he hasn't seen in years, with a badly injured face (courtesy of his father's fist), 6,37 euros and a secret.
Maurice tries to enjoy his new life and makes new friends, goes to a new school and works at the local bookstore. Despite all the positive changes, he can't seem to forget about what he left behind - his mother who is still living with his abusive father and his ex, who is keeping his unbearable secret.
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