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7
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December 31, 2025
Seventeen-year-old Alex has always followed the path laid out for him – good grades, family expectations, and a future that looks perfectly planned. But beneath the surface of his controlled life, a quiet storm is brewing. Alex is discovering a truth about himself that could shatter everything he knows: he's falling for boys. In a family and community where such feelings are not just unaccepted but actively suppressed, Alex is forced to live a double life, his heart yearning for a connection he can't acknowledge. He navigates the treacherous waters of hidden desire, constantly on guard against exposure. Every stolen glance, every suppressed thought, is a risk. As his feelings deepen, Alex faces an impossible choice: conform to the life everyone expects, or find the courage to break free and forge his own path, even if it means confronting the family and societal pressures that threaten to crush him. "The Unspoken Truth" is a coming-of-age romance that explores the courage it takes to embrace one's identity in the face of adversity, and the profound journey of self-discovery.
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Start Writing NowErasmus is an aspiring author with a keen eye for the complexities of human emotion and relationships. Drawing from personal observations and a deep understanding of adolescent struggles, Erasmus aims to tell authentic stories that resonate with readers.