Another excellent story by Milan Gupta!

The story chronicles the lives of Cassie and Ronnie, 2 characters with mental health issues who meet by chance at an elevator.

We learn of the childhood trauma that caused Cassie's problem and about Ronnie's undiagnosed schizophrenia. The readers get a glimpse into their therapy sessions and into their lives.

It is an unconventional love story that left me waiting for a follow up novel.

I was happy to receive an advance copy of this book. I enjoyed reading it very much and even though it deals with mental illness and abuse, it was written in a way that didn't leave you feeling sad or depressed; instead it was quite a page turner and extremely hard to put down. I would highly recommend this book. Thank you Milan.

This novel grabbed me from the first page. I couldn't stop reading it and didn't until I got to the end. Both Cassie and Ronnie are multidimensional characters that you just feel for. I was rooting for them so much. For her to overcome her past and for him to make a future. The novel tackles issues of mental health and abuse. That's not always easy to read.
The POVs jump around a lot which I'm not usually a fan of but it didn't bother me here. I was just too into the story to care. I highly recommend this book. It's short, too, so it can be read in an afternoon! If you're like me, you will want to do so.

Book Description - Meet Cassie Martinez – intelligent, fierce, and independent. Her life, and her heart, are a strict no-enter zone for others. Mastering the art of survival at a young age, Cassie keeps her secrets close, and everyone else at bay. Looking out for herself, no matter what the cost. But then enters Ronnie Service. An introverted, socially-awkward man who gets nervous riding elevators alone. Asking Cassie to join him for an elevator ride, and here their journey begins.

Cassie and Ronnie come from entirely different worlds, both carrying hidden scars from their past. Scars that resurface as they discover each other, and themselves. As their pasts catch up to them, can they unlock the door to healing through friendship and love?

These Scars Called Home explores the burden of personal trauma, mental health, and emotional scars that can either threaten or secure a relationship. Is it truly possible to find hope far from home?