by Julia Stuart
First published 2015
The protagonist sits at their computer, fingers hovering over the keyboard as familiar websites beckon from bookmarked tabs. Julia Stuart places readers inside the mind of someone caught in gaming's grip, where specific online destinations spark unstoppable urges to play. The character must identify what prompts their compulsive behavior. Certain websites act as gateways to hours-long gaming sessions. Physical cues and mental patterns create a cycle of craving and indulgence. The central tension emerges as the protagonist struggles to recognize these triggers before they strike. Stuart explores how environmental factors and digital spaces can hijack decision-making. The story reveals the internal battle between awareness and compulsion, showing how understanding one's patterns becomes the first step toward change. At its emotional core, this is a story about recognizing the invisible forces that shape our choices.
Genres: fiction, addiction, contemporary, psychological-thriller
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: internal-conflict, self-awareness
32 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Content warnings: addiction