New Beginnings
- Reads 8,092
- Votes 348
- Parts 17
Ongoing1h 13m
Last published Fri, May 1, 2026
Madi is 16 years old.
After realizing everything she believed in was a lie, Madi decided on a leap of faith to move into her mom's house again.
The shiny, bright, and glimmering California with her dad turned out to be nothing like she imagined, or made herself believe.
Maybe her mom will accept her after all, maybe she will give her a start over.
Or maybe the past comes creeping in even 8 years later.
A Scarlett Johansson fanfic.
All Rights Reserved
#3
scarlett
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
Learning to belong
Life in the Johansson-Jost household has always been full of laughter, chaos, and love. Between Scarlett Johansson's busy film career and Colin Jost's quick-witted humor, their seven-year-old daughter Rose has grown up in a warm, if slightly unconventional, home. But everything shifts when they welcome thirteen-year-old Jessica into their family. Jess isn't sure what to expect from her new life. She's guarded, independent, and used to relying on no one but herself. Suddenly, she's thrown into a world of bedtime routines, playful teasing, and a little sister who wants to be her best friend overnight. As Scarlett and Colin try to balance patience, understanding, and their own uncertainties, they quickly learn that love isn't always instant, it's built in quiet moments, difficult conversations, and small breakthroughs. Through clashes, laughter, and unexpected bonds, this family must figure out what it truly means to belong to each other.Complete
Hidden Ties
She's spent her life bouncing through foster homes, never expecting more than the next move. When a friend's mom lands her a nanny job with a warm, welcoming family, it feels like an easy break-until the child she cares for sparks a flicker of recognition she can't explain. Soon, pieces of her past begin to surface, and a shocking truth emerges: the woman who hired her may be more than an employer. The closer she gets to the family, the closer she comes to uncovering the life she was meant to have... and the secrets that kept them apart.
Unscripted hearts | Scarlett Johansson x Daughter
Fourteen-year-old Brooklyn Johansson has always lived a life slightly brighter than most, with a loving mother, Scarlett, who is both her best friend and one of Hollywood's biggest stars. Set life is normal to Brooklyn. So are superhero actors, inside jokes with the cast members But when Scarlett and Chris cross a line one unexpected night, everything Brooklyn thought she understood shifts. Suddenly her easy world becomes tangled with tension, avoidance, hurt feelings, and fears she can't quite put into words. Watching her mother fall in love with someone she's only ever seen as family feels confusing and a little heartbreaking. As Scarlett and Chris carefully navigate the complications of their new relationship, Brooklyn battles her own storm of emotions, anger, protectiveness, and the fear of losing the closeness she has always had with her mom. Through tears, late-night conversations, and the wisdom of her grandmother, Brooklyn slowly learns that love can grow in more than one direction, and sometimes families expand in ways you never expect. Spanning years of laughter, conflict, healing, and heart, this story follows a mother and daughter who cling to each other through every change, and a man who works gently to earn his place in their world.Complete
Her own light | Scarlett Johansson x daughter
In a world of flashing cameras, crowded premieres, and endless expectations, growing up under the shadow of greatness is never easy. Lexi has talent, ambition, and a dream but the path to success is never as simple as it seems. Between the glamour of the red carpet and the quiet moments at home, one young girl learns that every choice comes with a cost, every triumph is hard-won, and every challenge tests not just her talent, but her heart. With the support of the one person who has always believed in her, she must navigate the pressures of a demanding career, the scrutiny of the world, and the search for her own voice.Complete
The petals of a rose | Scarlett Johansson x daughter x Colin Jost x Rose
Esmé is six, spirited, and completely devoted to her parents, Scarlett and Colin. Life is full of love, laughter, and cozy family moments until a new baby enters the picture. As Scarlett and Colin welcome their daughter Rose, Esmé finds herself navigating the complicated world of being a big sister, her once-centered world suddenly shared, her feelings conflicted, and her patience tested. From the chaos of first days, tantrums, and sibling rivalry, to the quiet, heartwarming moments of bonding and play, this story captures the highs and lows of family life. Through laughter, tears, and countless lessons in patience, love, and understanding, Esmé learns that being a sister isn't always easy but it's always worth it.Complete
A Bond Unbreakable - Adopted by Scarlett Johansson ✔️
[COMPLETED] Emma and Ryan, 10-year-old twins, have been orphans since birth. They have a painful history of abuse and neglect in former homes. Ryan is an open book, while Emma is very shy and closed off. Though they are like day and night, their bond is unbreakable. Scarlett, single and having given up hope on finding the right partner, is looking into adoption. When she comes across the twins, she instantly falls in love with them.Complete
Playground - Adopted by ScarJost ✔️
[SHORT STORY | COMPLETED] Samantha Grace Carter, an orphan since her earliest memories, unknowingly embarks on a life-changing encounter at a playground. As she spends time there, she crosses paths with a young girl and her mother. Unbeknownst to Samantha, this casual meeting forms the foundation of an unexpected bond that grows into a unique mother-daughter relationship. Little did she realize that the chance encounter in that playground would become the beginning of a new family dynamic, offering Samantha a sense of belonging she had yearned for since being left at the orphanage by her biological mother at a tender age. This newfound relationship brings both love and a sense of home to Samantha's life, altering her world in ways she never imagined possible.Complete
Cardiac Arrest | Scarlett Johansson x OC Daughter
Ivy has been dying since the day she was born. Her famous mother, Scarlett, signed her away like a dirty secret. Her adoptive family crumbled under grief and alcohol. At fifteen, Ivy collapses in front of flashing cameras, her failing heart finally ready to quit. Scarlett shows up at the hospital, not to comfort her, but to bury her. Only Ivy doesn't die. A transplant drags her back into a world that never wanted her, chained to the custody of the one woman who resents her most. Living under Scarlett's roof is like bleeding in a shark tank, every word sharp, every silence suffocating, every glance heavy with everything unspoken. Because when life returns, pain stays. Cardiac Arrest explores one of the least talked about taboos to date - maternal abandonment - and how it affects both the child and the mother. With an illness hanging over them, pushing the story forward, Cardiac Arrest sheds light even in the darkest corners. 2 place on #sadstory 8/10-25 3 place on #scarlettjohansson 8/10-25Complete
Seventeen and Nowhere - One Shots
Welcome to the One Shots book!! They may have reached their happy ending... but their story doesn't stop there. Join Scarlett, Colin, Julie, Rose, and Cosmo once again in this cozy collection of one-shots that follow their life after the adoption. Each chapter explores a different moment, small or big, ordinary or extraordinary, in the world of this little family that has captured all of our hearts. From Scarlett and Julie's long-awaited Christmas trip to Chicago, to first driving lessons, high school graduations, and the quiet nights spent cooking, laughing, and just being together, this book is all about the firsts that follow forever. Expect warmth, laughter, chaos (thank you, Cosmo), heartfelt moments, and maybe a few tears. Every story is a new glimpse into their lives, a continuation of the love, growth, and belonging that defined the first book. Because family isn't just about finding each other, it's about all the little moments that come after. IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE FIRST BOOK "SEVENTEEN AND NOWHERE" I RECOMMEND READING THAT FIRST!! - Most impressive rankings - 🥇 #1 Ranked in "firsts" - January 2026 🥈 #5 Ranked in "ColinJost" - March 2026 🥈 #23 Ranked in "hurt" - January 2026 🥈 #5 Ranked in "FlorencePugh" - March 2026 🥈 #94 Ranked in "ScarlettJohansson" - October 2025 🥈 #10 Ranked in "ChrisEvans" - March 2026 🥈 #22 Ranked in "adoption" - January 2026 🥈 #289 Ranked in "Family" - March 2026
Gentle love | Colin Jost x daughter x Scarlett Johansson
When comedian, Colin Jost devotes his life to raising his shy, tender-hearted daughter Vivienne, the last thing either of them expects is for their quiet routines to be interrupted by someone new. But when Colin unexpectedly reconnects with actress Scarlett Johansson, a gentle friendship slowly evolves into something deeper and Vivienne finds herself caught between fear and hope. What begins as hesitant lunches and awkward introductions soon becomes park days, movie nights, and moments of growing trust. Scarlett steps carefully into Vivienne's world, learning her anxieties, celebrating her joys, and loving her in the quiet ways that matter most. But as feelings deepen between Colin and Scarlett, Vivienne must confront old fears of being replaced and the possibility that family can grow without breaking. Across years of laughter, misunderstandings, healing, and heart-clenching tenderness, the three build something neither expected, a home full of warmth, second chances, and love that chooses you every single day.Complete
Life in the Johansson-Jost household has always been full of laughter, chaos, and love. Between Scarlett Johansson's busy film career and Colin Jost's quick-witted humor, their seven-year-old daughter Rose has grown up in a warm, if slightly unconventional, home. But everything shifts when they welcome thirteen-year-old Jessica into their family. Jess isn't sure what to expect from her new life. She's guarded, independent, and used to relying on no one but herself. Suddenly, she's thrown into a world of bedtime routines, playful teasing, and a little sister who wants to be her best friend overnight. As Scarlett and Colin try to balance patience, understanding, and their own uncertainties, they quickly learn that love isn't always instant, it's built in quiet moments, difficult conversations, and small breakthroughs. Through clashes, laughter, and unexpected bonds, this family must figure out what it truly means to belong to each other.
More detailsContent Guidelines