The Obscure Downsides of Fame
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  • Reads 16,404
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  • Parts 68
  • Time 12h 53m
Complete, First published Jun 01, 2022
Mature
ᴏᴀᴋʟᴇʏ ᴄᴀʀʀɪʟʟᴏ was discovered at fourteen years old, being praised as a musical prodigy by the media ever since. His fame had only increased until now. At nineteen old, he's the most remarkable musician of his age, and he's only getting started. At least, he was, until his record label decides his depression makes him difficult to work with.

ɴᴏʟᴀɴ ᴍᴜʟʟᴇɴ grew up with his face plastered all over billboards. He'd been living the Hollywood life since he was five years old and has already made his name. At eighteen years old and after a well-needed break, Nolan is ready to make his comeback. At least, he thinks he is, until his anxiety starts holding him back.

After their first encounter, they quickly become each other's beacon in the dark. Eventually they realize there's a reason for everything. But maintaining a healthy relationship proves to be difficult when you're both famous, dealing with complicated feelings, and trying to find yourself in the process.

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{TW}: mentions of abusive relationships, anxiety and panic attacks, depession, drug abuse, and disordered eating.
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