When the World Turns Gray
TheMadHowler
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  • Reads 328
  • Votes 18
  • Parts 13
  • Time 53m
TheMadHowler
Ongoing, First published Aug 09, 2016
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This story follows the life of one young Penelope Gray as she learns to deal with the loss of her mother at the age of 17, and tries to remember how to live life like it matters. This is not a happy story. This is a story about death, loss, grief, and looking for hope. This story covers pretty sensitive subjects, and may be upsetting at points. But if you're going through something similar, this may just be helpful in some way, even if only to show that you're not alone. This story is based on my own experiences, with some names and titles changed for safety reasons. My hope is that those close to me can understand perhaps what I'm going through, and that maybe- just maybe- I can use this as a way to reach out to someone else going through a tragedy.
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Wish you were mine

23 parts Ongoing

Penelope Davis, a beautiful and innocent girl, was born and raised in a wealthy family. She had everything-caring parents and a supportive sister-except for the love of the man she adored. She believed she had him, until the day she discovered he had used her, shattering her heart. In her pain, she left, disappearing with a broken heart. Now, two years later, Penelope returns home for her sister's wedding. Everything seems the same, except for her. The sweet, innocent girl has transformed into a gorgeous, confident woman. Although she still loves him, she knows that some things aren't meant to be-or so she believes. Sean Anderson is a handsome, ruthless businessman, yet also a kind-hearted soul. He loves deeply and is willing to go to any lengths to protect his loved ones, even if it means sacrificing his own life. What will happen when Penelope realizes that things aren't always what they seem? What will happen when she meets him again after two years? Life is unpredictable, and no one knows this better than Penelope. How will she face her challenges? Will she give up easily, or fight until her last breath? Everyone has been keeping secrets from her, but there's nothing she can do about it-yet. This is a story of lies, secrets, and love. Get ready for a mind-blowing rollercoaster ride.

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