your 20s can be difficult, what happens when you mix love into the picture?
"It Surrounds Us " is a captivating contemporary novel that follows the journey of Estelle, a young woman seeking a fresh start in the idyllic coastal town of Seaside. As Estelle settles into her new apartment and begins to explore her surroundings, she encounters a diverse cast of characters who will shape her perspective and challenge her notions of friendship, love, and self-discovery.
Chapter by chapter, Estelle navigates the complexities of forging new relationships, from her neighbor, the enigmatic and brooding Sawyer, who harbors his own demons. Alongside her friends Lily, Katelynn and Wren, Estelle finds herself immersed in the town's social scene, attending parties, exploring local boutiques, and venturing out to beach bonfires.
As Estelle delves deeper into the community, she learns that appearances can be deceiving and that everyone has their own unique story. The once-intimidating Sawyer reveals moments of vulnerability, and Estelle is drawn to unravel the layers of his guarded persona, despite the challenges it presents.
Throughout the narrative, Estelle grapples with her own insecurities and past experiences, coming to terms with the importance of authenticity and embracing her true self. She confronts her introverted nature, pushing beyond her comfort zone to make genuine connections and navigate the nuances of human relationships.
Amidst the ups and downs of her personal journey, Estelle discovers the healing power of friendship, the transformative nature of forgiveness, and the enduring strength of self-acceptance. "It Surrounds Us" is a heartfelt exploration of love, resilience, and the courage to embrace life's unexpected twists and turns.
Emily and River meet in Miami, where they have the time of their lives, but it isn't meant to be: the next morning, Emily leaves for San Francisco, leaving both their hearts broken. They don't think they'll ever see each other again.
Emily goes back to the privileged life with her parents. There, a plan is set up for her to marry Jason in order to save the business of both their parents.
River remains in Miami with his little sister, while struggling to provide a living for them both. It is then that he gets the chance of a lifetime, but it means giving up everything he loves.
Then, against all expectations, Emily and River meet again a few months later... On her wedding day with someone else.
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First place Lavender Awards
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First place Blue Rose Awards
First place Acheron Awards
Second place The Soul Awards
Honorable Mention Ohana Awards
#8 in #youngromance (September 4, 2020)
Cover by @dysanic
"So awesome. Can't wait to read more! [heart]" - carolinegraced
"I'm so hooked already" - a_lost_feather
"From the summary I had a lot of expectation of a one night stand, one and done type of thing with drama to follow up in later chapters. What I got was something different. The beautiful descriptions of the beach town made me feel warm and cozy and kept me reading until these two characters were introduced. I thought their meeting was innocent and sweet, not what I was expecting. It was really good." - CourtneyPeterman0