The Oxford Dictionary defines 'perfection' as: "having all the required or desirable elements, qualities, or characteristics; as good as it is possible to be." That's Brooklynn. Or Brielle, depending on who you ask.
The Urban Dictionary defines 'Brooklynn' as: "This amazing girl is gorgeous, men want her, and women want to be her. She's funny, and sarcastic. Its very rare to see her in a dress, but if she is wearing a dress better snap a picture cause she looks exactly like heaven. Even though Her beauty is remarkable graceful, she is not even near graceful. She can be clumsy, and never piss her off, she can kill you with just a evil glare. She loves being in love. Very rare to see her single, and if she is guys are waiting in line waiting for a chance to be with her. Don't disrespect her family or friends are she'll tear you apart. She is talented in all art, acting, paint, photos, etc.."
The Urban Dictionary defines 'Brielle' as: "she is an amazing, beautiful, intelligent, unique, and interesting girl. brielle is a sweetheart. she is awesome at everything she does. brielle may seem shy at times, especially if she likes you, but once she gets to know you, you'll see what a gorgeous girl she is, inside and out. she loves music, and can really sing too. brielle is athletic. she also adores everything from puppies to the ocean and you."
Urban dictionary has it half way right, but not completely. But, nobody does. Two very different girls, yet both seemingly so perfect. This is a story of two girls, two sisters, and perfection.
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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