At Valdoro Prep, a prestigious boarding school where tradition and secrets intertwine, August, a reserved new student, finds his world disrupted when he discovers that his roommate for the year is James-the charismatic, sports-loving paradox of the campus. Set against the backdrop of the mid-20th century, before the digital age, "Sincerely Yours, August" unfolds a tale of unexpected friendship and the intricate dance between two hearts.
As August navigates the challenges of his new environment, he is thrust into the orbit of James, whose athletic skill conceals a complexity August never anticipated. The story traces the evolution of their relationship, from the initial dread of being roommates to the unspoken bond that grows between them over shared late-night talks, sports games, and secret hideouts.
The narrative gains momentum as the semester progresses, revealing the stark contrast between August's academic pursuits and James' athletic focus. Yet, amidst the differences, the boys discover common interests outside their expected roles, forging a friendship that transcends societal expectations.
"Sincerely Yours, August" is a timeless tale of friendship, self-discovery, and the enduring impact of those who leave an indelible mark on our lives. Against the backdrop of a bygone era, August and James navigate the complexities of teenagehood, love, and the bittersweet beauty of saying goodbye.
{18+ COMPLETED • COLLEGE ROMANCE}
When a college freshman with a learning disability and a reputation collides with a straight-A, straight-laced girl in the dorm kitchen one night, he sees the darkest parts of himself reflected in her. But the two of them resist acknowledging their hidden truths, and their forbidden connection, until ignoring it all becomes too perilous.
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Bren meets Madie during his first week at college, and he's certain he should have nothing to do with her. First of all, Madie has a boyfriend. And second of all, Madie's boyfriend radiates a toxicity that Bren only just escaped from growing up. But knowing what he should do doesn't help him at all. Madie might be completely entwined with her abusive boyfriend, but Bren quickly becomes determined to unravel her.
But can Bren open Madie's eyes to the truth before it's too late?
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"Don't go back to being treated like you're not real."
Madie's lips parted, and I couldn't read the expression on her face. But we were so close now. "You're real, Madie. Feel it."
"I feel it," came her breathy reply.
When it came to her, I was weak. My legs couldn't hold me anymore, and I slid down. Landing on my knees, I kneeled back against the bottom of the cold door, letting it cool my hot skin.
"Good girl." The words were more of a pant; I could barely catch a breath with the way my heart was racing. But I had to tell her, talk to her. "Now, never forget it. Never forget the way you feel right now, Madie."
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This story contains sensitive topics such as abuse, violence, and explicit sexual content.