Book excerpt: In a harsh and unforgiving world, Felicia, an orphan, finds solace in the company of Mary. Their love blossoms, but soon they discover that the world remains the cruel place they knew. Betrayal and disillusionment tarnish their dreams. Felicia questions the true nature of her reality a lot. Yet, a flicker of hope remains. Will Felicia find peace amidst the harsh realities or be forever shadowed by her own imagination?