Dakota Diaries
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"Less than a year, and then I'm eighteen. Then I'll be free."
Dakota Grayson never thought his life would end up like this. He never thought that he would lose his mother when he was ten, or that his father would turn into such a monster. But with every hit, every bruise, and every punch, he knew there was no escape.
He didn't think he'd be able to change his life, for he knew he was a coward who simply took each hit because he knew he couldn't win.
That was when Aurelia Lance invaded his life. She insists on finding out all his secrets, even if it kills her, or him. But if anyone finds out he would be the one who died.
Follow Dakota as he discovers his own strength and the power of others, and as he fights against his monster with new found help. A story of love, friendship, pain, and strength.
Hey, let me know what you guys think! I tend to like more dramatic stories at times, but this is the first one I've written. Let me know how it came out! Good? Bad? Constructive criticism is always welcome.
Sorry I haven't updated this! It's really because I actually finished the book and published it on the kindle. If you've got time and like what you read here, check it out!
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