Marked by Salt and Silver
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Nayleen was born under the warm sun and turquoise waters of San Andrés Island, where childhood felt infinite. But at five, she was uprooted and sent to live with a distant aunt in Georgia, far from the home she loved. The vibrant island of her memories became a distant dream, replaced by a life of uncertainty, neglect, and silent suffering.
Now an adult, Nayleen stands at a crossroads. Haunted by the island she lost and the life she never wanted, she must confront the ghosts of her past, untangle the threads of her trauma, and discover if true peace is possible-or if she is destined to carry her pain forever. A story of resilience, transformation, and the search for home, Nayleen's journey will grip your heart and linger in your mind long after the final page.
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