PEYTON (REWRITE)
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Last published Fri, Jan 28, 2022
Disclaimer: This book is currently in the process of being rewritten to become published into an actual story. First three chapters will be available.
Everyone has a story they haven't told, everyone has a secret they keep hidden while others deal with trauma. And some people live life full of blame and guilt for actions they aren't responsible for.
Autumn a 25 year old woman who has had a difficult life developing her lifestyle based on trauma she has witnessed as a young girl. From secrets and lies created from her parent's manipulation and her boyfriend falling in love with someone else, she takes this leap of faith into a new life as Autumn figures out who she really is aside from the trauma and anxiety while discovering a new unexpected relationship.
Oliver a 25 year old man who struggles day by day with depression, trauma, and grief. He never had a picture perfect family as issues often occurred. Oliver is faced with some life threatening decisions as he struggles for protection from a cruel man that barges back into his life. Risks from happiness and fear put Oliver in a difficult position when someone new changes his life. Something he never expected to happen again. Oliver has things he needs to keep quiet.
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