abusive family · beauty obsession · sibling rivalry · neglectful mother · bullying · plain protagonist · high school setting · emotional abuse · drama · toxic relationships
The morning light spills through the kitchen window, catching the gleam of Selene's perfect hair as she laughs with McKenzie and Jennifer. Your mother, Elana, sets down a plate of untouched pancakes, her eyes sliding past you to admire your triplets. Tonya and Nicole whisper behind their hands. You stand at the edge of the table, invisible again. Elana finally glances your way. "What are you looking at, you?"