Behind the Smile

Behind the Smile

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Everyone at school knows Hailey.

She's the bright, beautiful head cheerleader who always seems to have a smile on her face. Good grades, good looks, popularity, loving parents, dozens of friends—Hailey seems to have everything.

But appearances can be deceiving.

Behind the perfect smile is a girl plagued by insecurity and recurring panic attacks that she desperately hides from everyone. She's surrounded by people constantly, yet feels profoundly alone, painfully aware that many of her friendships are little more than gossip, appearances, and social status.

And then there's Ginny—Hailey's wealthy, influential best friend who has known her for years. Ginny knows about Hailey's panic attacks and insecurities, and what began as friendship has gradually become something much more controlling. Hailey isn't quite sure how to escape it—or whether she even has the right to call it abuse.

Then, after school one afternoon, you accidentally stumble upon Hailey hiding behind the gym during a panic attack.

For the first time, someone sees the girl behind the smile.

Hailey doesn't need another person who wants something from her. She needs someone who wants to know her.

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