In the quaint town of Cumberland, there lived a girl named Hazel, always lost in the world of books. She was the queen of introverts, with her eyes glued to the pages of adventure. But, oh boy, things were about to take an unexpected turn!
On a typical day, Hazel found herself caught up in a thrilling series of events that led her astray from her cozy reading nook. It was like watching a clumsy puppy trying to navigate a slippery floor - one little mistake, and her life went topsy-turvy!
Now stuck in a whirlwind of chaos, our dear Hazel faced a big dilemma. Should she try to get back to her old, bookish self, or embrace this crazy twist of fate? With a mix of regret and excitement bubbling up within her, she embarked on a wild journey to mend her blunder and, who knows, stumble upon something amazing along the way.
With every hilarious encounter and unexpected mishap, Hazel discovered the silver linings hidden within her mistake. It turned out that stepping out of her comfort zone brought a zing to her life that she never knew existed. As she met quirky characters and stumbled into absurd situations, Hazel realized she was capable of so much more than just being a bookworm.
Will she find her way back to her book-filled sanctuary, or will this big old mess lead her to something even better? Hold onto your sides and join Hazel as she bumbles her way through this comical and heartwarming journey. It's a tale of growth, second chances, and the surprising beauty that can come from one little oopsie. Get ready to laugh, cry, and cheer for Hazel as she discovers that sometimes mistakes can be the keys to a whole new chapter in our lives.
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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