Whisper, So I Can Hear You

Renee Prem always held a watchful eye over her mother. When her deadbeat father left, her mom withered into shambles. Instead of pulling herself together, her mother became abusive--both mentally and physically. Renee hates it, but she puts up with it because where else would she go?
Anna, her best friend, was her safe haven. With walls built sturdy and high, even Anna could not fathom Renee's true fear--a fear that traps her every time she's at school, at home, wherever she goes.

Yelling--rather any loud speaking of sorts. It frightens her.

Throughout Renee's life, silence became her most trustworthy friend despite its haunting nature. She knew how to handle quiet situations; she knew how to hide. But when an environment gets too loud, Renee shuts down. How much longer will it take before she falls apart completely?