Things We Don't Say
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Last published Sun, May 4, 2025
Beneath the Smirk is a slow-burn queer coming-of-age romance that crackles with tension, vulnerability, and emotional depth. When Alex-the charming, reckless golden boy of his high school-finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Ezra, the quiet, sharp-eyed loner who doesn't play by anyone's rules, everything starts to unravel. Their chemistry is undeniable, but so is the confusion and fear that come with being truly seen. As Alex fights to maintain his bravado, Ezra challenges him in ways no one else ever has-disarming his pride, peeling back the layers of performance, and forcing him to confront truths he's spent years avoiding. With escalating tension, raw emotion, and moments of unexpected tenderness, this is a story about identity, anger, connection, and the complicated path to loving someone-and yourself.
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