Finding Myself I: the only way to find ourselves is to defy expectations

Book excerpt: In a world where “Save yourself for marriage,” “You dress to impress,” “Don't date this guy,” “Don't date this girl,” “Don't drink too much,” “Focus on your studies,”and“Put your career first” are the rules, Olivia Manu, a Romanian student in Barcelona, and Polo García, a Spanish actor, are about to challenge everything. Olivia, bound by her father's strict guidelines, and Polo, a talented Spanish actor who's lost touch with living, cross paths and ignite a thrilling adventure of self-discovery. Join them on an extraordinary journey as they challenge societal norms, grapple with love, search for their true selves and find the courage to live authentically. Olivia and Polo's story will leave you captivated, reminding us all that sometimes, the only way to find ourselves is to defy expectations. Warning: This book contains sensitive topics, including abuse and LGBTQ+ themes.