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The Illusion Diaries
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A narcissists Playbook
Narcissistic abuse rarely begins with shouting or violence. Instead, it’s often a slowunraveling—an invisible web of tactics designed to keep you confused, controlled, anddependent. Survivors often say they didn’t realize...
A narcissists Playbook
Narcissistic abuse rarely begins with shouting or violence. Instead, it’s often a slowunraveling—an invisible web of tactics designed to keep you confused, controlled, anddependent. Survivors often say they didn’t realize...
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The Hidden Toll
Narcissistic abuse isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always leave bruises or scars. More often, ithides in the quiet erosion of self-worth, the sleepless nights, and the invisible wounds that lingerlong...
The Hidden Toll
Narcissistic abuse isn’t always loud. It doesn’t always leave bruises or scars. More often, ithides in the quiet erosion of self-worth, the sleepless nights, and the invisible wounds that lingerlong...
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Why you "can't" Leave
From the outside, it might seem simple: if someone is mistreating you, just walk away. Butanyone who has lived inside a narcissistic relationship knows it’s never that easy. You don’t...
Why you "can't" Leave
From the outside, it might seem simple: if someone is mistreating you, just walk away. Butanyone who has lived inside a narcissistic relationship knows it’s never that easy. You don’t...
About the Author
Alicia Marie is a 37 year-old author and mother of three daughters, born and raised in a small town in Massachusetts. Her writing is deeply rooted in personal experience, drawing strength and inspiration from surviving toxic and abusive relationships. The Illusion of Us is her debut novel a raw and emotional exploration of love, betrayal, and the illusions we cling to in search of connection.
Through her stories, Alicia gives voice to the silent struggles many endure behind closed doors, creating characters that are both flawed and fiercely human. She hopes her work empowers others to recognize their worth, reclaim their voice, and find healing through honesty and storytelling.
What Our Readers Say
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Emily R.
Raw, Real , and impossible to put down! It pulled me into her world and was impossible to put down! An amazing read for anyone that has ever experienced narcissism in a relationship.
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Linda C.
Every page of this book is powerful and unforgettable. Her courage to write such deep and real things makes this book stand out! I would recommend a million times over for any reader that loves a good story with a mix of love, betrayal, and sex!
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Caitlin C.
One of the most honest books I have ever read! You can feel the story is real, and feel the pain behind it. If you have ever been involved with a narcissist you will know how real this is the second you read it and you won't be able to put it down!