"From Bully to Beloved"
Meka Hooper, a shy, nerdy girl with a hidden talent for music, has spent most of her high school life dodging the torment of her biggest nightmare: Mike Hanikin, the school's notorious bad boy. Intimidating, handsome, and seemingly untouchable, Mike rules the halls with a smirk on his face and chaos in his wake. But beneath his cocky exterior lies a hidden passion for art and a longing for connection he's too proud to admit.
When a twist of fate forces them to cross paths outside of their usual roles-Meka, the quiet girl with a heart full of dreams, and Mike, the boy searching for purpose-they find themselves slowly unraveling each other's hidden layers. From stolen glances at the café to heated arguments that leave them breathless, their worlds collide in ways neither of them expected.
Amid secrets, misunderstandings, and the challenge of balancing dreams with love, Meka and Mike navigate the stormy seas of their emotions. But not everyone supports their budding romance. With friends like Maya, Meka's fiercely protective twin, and Zack, her loyal best friend, on one side, and Mike's wild reputation and uncertain future on the other, their love is tested at every turn.
In From Bully to Beloved, enemies become lovers, hearts are broken and mended, and a promise is made under the pouring rain: "No matter where life takes us, you'll always have me."
This is a story of growth, forgiveness, and love that defies the odds. Perfect for readers who believe in the transformative power of love and the courage it takes to fight for it.
"Do you ever get scared of being happy?" He asked softly, also pretty tired. I kept my eyes closed as I answered, my fingers softly drawing circles on his chest.
"All the time. I used to a lot more, but, the downfalls seem a lot less daunting now that I have someone to free-fall with," I replied, and I looked up to see him smile a little at that, "We're just dancing in the rain these days.. there's no need to be afraid of the inevitable clouds that are gonna pop up."
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College. Officially a new start.
Crystal can already feel the clean slate and new opportunities like a breath of fresh air. She's finally ready to move in towards a brighter future.
She knows hard times will inevitably come throughout her life, but that no longer scares her.
However, life does have a way of throwing the most unexpected of curveballs at you...
Especially when you least are prepared for it.
[BOOK TWO OF 'HOPELESSLY DEVOTED' SERIES]
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!!! [ TRIGGER WARNING ] !!!
• suicide, suicidal concepts
• domestic abuse, sexual assault
• substance abuse, alcoholism, addiction
• anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks
• strong language and mature scenes
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