Cigarettes After Sex

WARNING: THIS BOOK CONTAINS ABUSE AND MATURE CONTENT⚠️⚠️⚠️

Amid the pressures of their third year in college, Declan and Mace find solace in each other's company, seeking refuge from their tumultuous lives. Both come from homes marked by trauma and abuse, where shouting matches and oppressive silence are daily occurrences.
One night, after a particularly rough day, their connection deepens, leading to a passionate encounter. As they lie together in the dim light of Declan 's cramped apartment, they share a cigarette, the smoke curling up towards the ceiling in the quiet aftermath of their intimacy.
In these fleeting moments of calm, they find a temporary escape from their chaotic realities. The ritual of smoking after sex becomes a silent bond between them, a way to reclaim control and find a sense of normalcy amid the turmoil. Their shared experiences and mutual understanding forge a deep connection, helping them navigate the complexities of their lives and their struggles to break free from the shadows of their pasts.