Liam is a charismatic and eloquent young man, renowned for his exceptional public speaking skills. Whether it's debate, a presentation, or a casual conversation, Liam captivates everyone with his words. But there's a secret side to him: he stutters whenever he is around Emma, the girl he has adored since childhood.
Emma, a kind-hearted and intelligent book lover, works at a local bookstore and dreams of becoming a writer. She's oblivious to Liam's feelings, even though he often visits the bookstore just to see her. Despite his confidence in public speaking, his feelings for Emma leave him nervous and tongue-tied.
When Emma organizes a poetry reading event at the bookstore and invites Liam to participate, he faces his greatest challenge yet. Determined to express his love, Liam prepares a heartfelt poem dedicated to her. However, his stutter threatens to ruin the moment.
With Emma's encouragement, Liam finds the courage to deliver his poem, revealing the depth of his emotions. Their bond deepens as they navigate the complexities of life and love together, proving that true affection transcends words.
"Lost and Speechless" is a touching tale of overcoming personal fears, finding inner strength, and discovering that love is about sincerity and connection, not just perfect words.
As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
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Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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