Between Two Worlds
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Last published Wed, Feb 10, 2021
Growing up as a poor first generation oldest daughter of immigrant parents Lucia knows what it's like to be close to her culture and her family. She also knows the pressures that come with it, and has never wanted to disappoint. But as she comes to terms with what she wants to do with her life and who she is; She knows that disappointment is inevitable.
As the only adopted child of two wonderful mothers, Angela has never felt ashamed or persecuted for her sexuality. But she has always felt a rift between herself and the culture she's desperate to be a part of. After an embarrassing incident at school in regards to her hair, Angela is determined to figure out where exactly she comes from and how to best learn about her culture.
After a chance meeting their two worlds collide in a whirlwind of romance, self acceptance, and cultural understanding. Despite being so different they might just be exactly what the other needs.
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