Yasmin is a bright, determined 16-year-old navigating the chaos of adolescence, love, and her tumultuous relationship with Ethan, a volatile young man who battles his own demons. When an unplanned pregnancy forces Yasmin to confront an uncertain future, she finds herself at a crossroads, grappling with fear, hope, and the crushing weight of expectations.
Surrounded by friends and family who try to support her, Yasmin hides a deep, unseen struggle that no one seems to notice. Even as Ethan begins to change for the better, offering her a future she thought impossible, Yasmin is haunted by doubts and insecurities that threaten to consume her.
Told through the lens of love, grief, and self-discovery, this story explores the quiet battles we fight behind closed doors, the complexity of human relationships, and the importance of kindness in the face of despair.
But when Yasmin's life takes a tragic turn, those who loved her are left to pick up the pieces, forced to confront their own guilt and pain as they learn the profound lessons of her life—and her loss.
Powerful, poignant, and deeply human, Tides of Us is a story of resilience, the fragility of mental health, and the enduring impact of a life that touched so many. It's a reminder to cherish the moments we have with those we love and to never underestimate the struggles someone may be hiding beneath their smile.