Athena Oris

The Façade KeeperBehind every smile lies a secret, and Emma's is darker than anyone could imagine. To the world, she is bright, charming, and unshakably happy-a perfect façade that hides the chaos of her inner life. In the shadows of her solitude, Emma indulges in dark humor, wild fantasies, and forbidden truths that no one else could understand. Caught between the expectations of the public and the desires of her private self, Emma navigates love, friendship, and betrayal.
Her boyfriend, Christian, sees only the surface, while her friend, Karen, flirts with danger and complicates every choice. As secrets unravel and fantasies collide with reality, Emma must confront the cost of keeping up appearances-and the danger of losing herself entirely.