Nicholas is a boy from the outskirt of London, whose life is marked by serious family issues. From a young age, Nicholas finds himself acting as a parent to his mother, who suffers from emotional instability, while also taking care of himself in a challenging and tough environment. His life is turned upside down when his father, absent for a long time, returns to their lives, bringing with him a world of luxury and privilege that Nicholas is not accustomed to. This new world full of opportunities clashes with his roots and the identity he has built in the Hood.
At the same time, the story follows Madeleine, a girl who, despite always being part of high society, constantly feels out of place. The recent loss of her mother has opened a deep wound in her life, making it difficult for her to find a sense of belonging and peace. Maddie struggles to find her place in the world, trying to heal her emotional wound while navigating the expectations and pressures of her elite environment.
The fate of the two young people intersects unexpectedly, and their fortuitous meeting becomes the catalyst for a profound change in their lives. The two were destined to meet even before they were born, as the hidden wounds in their parents' hearts had already paved the path that would lead them to each other. Nicholas and Maddie will try to see the world through each other's lenses, blending the shades of their different realities without losing their own distinctive colors.
DISCLAIMER: This book contains foul language and scenes of physical and psychological violence.
This is the English version of my latest book : ''I colori che hai dentro.''
English is not my first language so i'm experimenting something new :)
If you have some advice and remark please be gentle, everything that is made with kindness is well received.
Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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