Freeing Carter

Freeing Carter by Nyrae Dawn is a contemporary fiction novel published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on August 19, 2012. This edition spans 372 pages and is written in English. The story follows Carter Shaw, who has spent his life juggling responsibilities, from supporting his mother and caring for his special needs sister to maintaining his role as a boyfriend and excelling in basketball. As he navigates these challenges, he grapples with the complexities of his family dynamics and the façade he has built to cope with his reality.
In this narrative, Carter’s life takes a turn when he meets Kira Dawson, a girl who perceives the hidden truths he struggles to conceal. Their connection prompts Carter to confront his inner scars and the impact of his mother’s alcoholism on his life. The book delves into themes of family, personal struggle, and the quest for authenticity, as Carter must decide whether to uphold his protective role or break free from the burdens he carries. Readers will find a poignant exploration of relationships and self-discovery within the pages of this novel.
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His whole life Carter’s fought to hold it together: To help Mom run their store. To be there for his special needs sister, Sara, and be the perfect boyfriend Mel wants. To dominate on the basketball court-the only place he ever feels free. And to carry Mom up the stairs when she’s too smashed to make it on her own. It isn’t like she has a problem. Mom loves them. If she doesn’t drink every day, she’s not really an alcoholic, right? Wrong.Then Kira Dawson, a girl with a bipolar wardrobe and rotating hairstyles comes to town. Somehow, she sees the truths he hides from the world. “You have skeletons, too, Carter Shaw. Don’t think I don’t know it.” For the first time, he wants someone to see his inner scars-to really know him. When his mom finally goes too far, will Carter be able to man-up, even if it means turning his back on her and stepping out from behind the façade he’s fought so hard to keep in place?
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