Memories, Scars, and Survival
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Identical twins, Einar and Eirik Vidarsson, attempt to handle high school, their sexualities, and deep family secrets that have driven them a part. While Einar wrestles with the aftermath of abuse and his internal struggle to trust anyone, Eirik confronts the complexities of love and his sexuality. Both boys will also need to learn to seek forgiveness, not from others, but from themselves.
Throughout, they both must also deal with the complexities of dealing with the doctors, therapists, and the justice system.
Trigger Warning: this book contains brief descriptions of violence.
Trigger Warning: this book contains brief descriptions of violence.
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