Effervescent
zeeburma
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  • Reads 757
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  • Parts 12
  • Time 1h 43m
zeeburma
Complete, First published Oct 12, 2020
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Bubbly and chubby Cara Knight's life was going pretty well. She worked hard in school, excelled in sports and was the life of the party. One chance encounter with Jayden Wellington, the basketball team captain, changes both their lives.

 This story is about Cara and loving herself to the fullest despite her being slightly overweight and this story is about Jayden dealing with his antisocial tendencies and letting go.

 She can't help it that her palms go sweaty every time he comes closer and he can't help that his heart races every time she smiles at him. Add in a bunch of amazing and loyal friends and you've got a wonderful story. It's a journey of self love, body positivity and self acceptance.
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