Raven
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Last published Fri, Sep 8, 2023
The music, money and melancholy.
It starts at the ending and ends with another.
A very different novel about the lives of the rich. The sacrifices and the hardships. The sinful endeavours of two of the most renowned musical artists.
( It takes place in an augmented reality. Warning : Mentions sensitive topics like self-harm, depression and sex. Reader discretion required. )
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Money buys everything.
But what about the things that have to be earned?
Like, confidence, love and people?
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"Why would you risk breaking everything you've built?"
"Because it's not worth it."
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