Glitter and Grit (eBook, ePUB)

By day, Ashley is the shining star of the cheerleading squadflawless, fearless, and adored by all. Under the stadium lights, her world sparkles with sequins and applause, the perfect life framed for social media perfection. But behind the glittering illusion lies a much different storyone of financial struggle, emotional isolation, and the crushing pressure of maintaining a persona that isn‘t real.At home, reality is raw: unpaid bills, empty fridges, and parents weighed down by worry. Every smile is rehearsed, every Instagram post a mask. Ashley is caught in a double life, desperate to uphold the image of effortless confidence while quietly crumbling under the weight of secrets she can‘t share.Everything begins to shift when she notices Cassiea quiet, unfiltered girl from literature class with no interest in popularity but a soul that radiates authenticity. For the first time, Ashley sees a way out of the performance. But breaking free means risking everything she‘s built. "Glitter & Grits" is a powerful coming-of-age story about the cost of perfection, the courage it takes to be real, and the unexpected friendship that might just save a life