LOGLINE:In the city of Roseville, an abandoned woman finds unexpected kinship with a famous actress leading a double life as a superheroine, setting off a journey of self-discovery and resilience in a society that embraces unconventional families.
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In the bustling city of Roseville, Babe, a woman in her mid-30s with long golden blonde hair and pacific blue eyes, finds herself abandoned and alone in a hotel room after her fake family leaves her behind. Meanwhile, Laura Mercer, a young woman in her mid-20s with long black hair and silver eyes, is fast asleep in the neighboring room, oblivious to Babe's presence.
In the middle of the night, Babe quietly enters Laura's room and approaches her bed, seeking solace and companionship. She gently wakes Laura up, asking if she can sleep beside her for the night. Laura, surprised but moved by Babe's vulnerability, agrees, and they share a tender moment as Babe nestles closer to Laura's chest.
As the days pass, Laura and Babe develop a deep and unconventional bond, with Laura assuming the role of a protective mother figure to Babe despite their age difference. Babe's declaration of love for Laura as her "mom" takes Laura by surprise but ultimately strengthens their connection.
Together, they navigate the challenges of their newfound relationship and explore the vibrant streets of Roseville. Along the way, they encounter obstacles and adversaries, but their bond only grows stronger as they face each challenge together, united in their strength and determination.
A stranger to her own existence, Kayla moves to a small town with the hope of finding comfort in fresh starts. But as she steps inside the unfamiliar classroom on the first day, standing in front of the class is a mysteriously familiar face, one that rouses memories of a time she believed had gone by.
With past baggage catching up in the most intrusive ways, she stumbles upon unexpected pleasures -- comfort of new friendships, rekindling of old ones frayed by time and circumstance, unconditional love of found family, and the blossoming of a beautiful yet complicated bond between two hesitant souls. And when fate starts asking for more, people are forced to dig deep within.
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"This book was like a warm hug, and I might believe in love again."
"I would give everything, especially my soul, to have the opportunity to read this book for the first time again."
"You perfectly portraying every emotion, even causing everything to come to life in my thoughts so vividly on a level I assumed was impossible, actually blows my mind."
"This book has ruined Wattpad forever for me because everything else seems too plain now, too shallow."
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CW: Drug abuse, harsh language, sexual content, mention of self-harm, mention of suicide.
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Started in January 2018.
Re-published in November 2022.
First draft finished in April 2023.