Louder Than Hunger

Jake, a compassionate volunteer at a nursing home, grapples with feelings of isolation and self-worth. He enjoys activities like skating, singing, and reading, yet struggles with his body image and the pressures of fitting in with peers. His desire to avoid being seen as "weird" leads him to harmful choices regarding food. The narrative explores themes of self-acceptance and the emotional turmoil of adolescence, questioning how far Jake will go to escape his insecurities before he vanishes completely.