Bitter Realities
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"We're moving to California!"
"What?!?!"
Meet Sophia Destiny "Desi" Angelis, a small New Yorker with big New York dreams. But, what if those big NY dreams get crushed with a single move to California? Having to transfer to Palmwood Valley High, she reunites with her childhood best friend, making her consider the move a blessing in disguise.
However, this ain't your typical High-School Love Story. It's your story that's relatable af. A story full of trust, betrayal and friendships, or what we so call the BITTER REALITIES of life.
With all of that, let us now follow Desi on her journey in Palmwood Valley High.
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