Disclaimer: English isn't my first language, so feel free to share feedback or corrections - I'd love to hear them! The story takes place in England, 2008. Bella is a 16-year-old girl moving to Birmingham with her dad and his girlfriend. She's starting over at a new school - Westfield community college - where she's forced to navigate new friendships, nightlife, identity, and first love. Connor Murphy, also 16, is a cocky lad with a serious drinking problem. Violence has become his way of coping. But under the flirty, confident shell is a boy spiraling - and something has to change. Lizzie has always been the golden girl. Pretty. Popular. Perfect. But beneath the surface, she's battling jealousy, confusion, and a growing struggle with her identity and sexuality - especially under the shadow of her seemingly flawless brother. This is a three-POV coming-of-age story about three British teens. A raw and emotional journey through friendship, love, jealousy, nightlife, mental health, violence, and addiction. ⚠️ Trigger warning: This story contains sensitive topics including substance abuse, depression, SA, domestic abuse, and violence. If that feels too heavy for you, I completely understand - please take care of yourself. If you're still in - I hope you enjoy the ride. 🤗🥰 Loosely inspired by the UK series "Skins". An original novel.
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