*Kennedy and Andy have been inseparable best friends since childhood, their bond seemingly unbreakable. But when Andy, who has long hidden his true feelings, finally confesses his love, their friendship shatters. Kennedy, struggling with his own prejudices, reacts with anger and disgust, pushing Andy away and leading to months of torment and bullying. Heartbroken, Andy transfers to a new school, where he finds solace and friendship in Jacob, a kind and understanding classmate who offers him the support he desperately needs.*
*As time passes, Kennedy realizes the depth of his mistakes and sets out on a journey to find Andy, only to discover that his old friend has moved on. Consumed by jealousy and regret, Kennedy begs for a second chance, but Andy, still wounded, is torn between the man who broke his heart and the possibility of a new beginning.*
*When a devastating betrayal and an unexpected pregnancy complicate matters further, Andy is faced with the most difficult decision of his life. With his future hanging in the balance, Andy must navigate the tangled web of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery to determine where his true happiness lies.*
*Spanning years of love, loss, and redemption, "Between Love and Pain" is a gripping tale of heartache and healing, showing that sometimes, the most challenging journey is the one that leads back to yourself.*
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Eighteen-year-old Josh Crimson has been best friends with Zack Clifton ever since childhood but when Zack is forced to move away the summer before their senior year of high school, Josh feels as if he has lost something in his life. A year later when Zack returns for the summer, Josh finds himself developing stronger feelings for Zack than he initially thought. And Zack may or may not be harboring the same feelings as well. With both boys afraid of admitting their feelings for eachother, conflict arises that creates a rift in their friendship in this coming-of-age drama that chronicles a summer milestone in which two best friends discover who they really are.
**An extended version of the story is available on the Dreame platform. Be sure to check that out!**