In some ways, being a nerd isn't all that bad. You're left alone, get good grades, and don't have to worry about drama. Unless you're the nerd that isn't invisible. Which is me. I'm not really a nerd, just seen as one.
It's the typical stereotype. Glasses, modest clothing, good grades, etc.
The special thing is, I had a 'relationship' with the most popular girl in school. By relationship, I mean we were best friends. That was, of course, until she became popular and left me behind. Now, she sees me as her enemy, though I never did anything to her.
I thought I had escaped her when I moved to the private school miles away. But no, I only got more of her. More of her torture and tormenting.
More of her harsh words and comments.
More of her, 'bully', some may call it.
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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