Star in the Shadows
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15 year old Colete Elise moved to Seattle, Washington from Dallas, Texas when she graduated 8th grade. She left her home and most importantly, her friends and memories behind. High school was always a dream for her when she was little, but now Colette didn't want to even leave her new house.
She then bumps into a random stranger named Emiliano, who also went to the same high school. The two quickly became friends, and talked almost every day. Colette didn't want to admit, but she had started to fall in love with him.
Her grades have been great, but she's been feeling insecure about herself, and pushing Emiliano away as he tried to help her with her problems. Colette started to cry almost every day and even attempted suicide from being so alone. Emiliano helped her through anything until he got in a fatal accident..
Will Colette admit her true feelings for her friend? Or will she just forever truly be a bright, shining star hiding in the dark and fearful shadows of sadness?
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