"Fallen for a Lie" takes you on an emotional journey through betrayal and past mistakes. This story delves into the pain of broken trust and the shadows of past errors that haunt its characters. As secrets are unveiled and hearts are tested, you'll experience the raw emotions of love and heartbreak, and witness the struggle to overcome the weight of one's history.
Jade lost her parents at 13 and has battled with betrayal ever since. Now in college, she is determined to break free from her painful past. Her life changes when she meets Tyler, her best friend's ex-boyfriend. She's drawn to him, unaware that Tyler holds a secret that could shatter her heart further.
Tyler, raised in a troubled environment with an alcoholic father, found solace in being the captain of the football team. Despite his efforts to escape his past, he remains haunted by it. His part-time job brings him into Jade's world, where their connection grows.
As Jade and Tyler navigate their new relationship, they face the weight of their pasts and the fear that their secrets might tear them apart. Together, they strive for a brighter future, but will their love withstand the shadows of their histories? In the end, will their bond prove to be a beacon of hope or a fallen lie?
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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