The Girl Under the Mask
Before you begin reading The Girl Under the Mask... This story explores the complicated relationship between faith, family expectations, personal identity and freedom. It is not written to mock Christianity, disrespect God, question anyone's faith or discourage religious beliefs. Christianity means different things to different people, and every reader deserves respect for their beliefs. However, this story also acknowledges that religious expectations, when imposed without room for individuality, can sometimes leave people feeling trapped, misunderstood or afraid to express themselves. Debora
Content warnings: Self-harm
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How it begins Deborah Grace Bennett had mastered the art of smiling when she wanted to cry.At twenty-two, she could sit through an entire Sunday service, sing every hymn, greet every church member, and listen to her mother proudly describe her as a daughter who had never caused trouble. Keep reading →Chapters
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