Don't Stay Mad At Me
Don't Stay Mad At Me is a heart-wrenching novel that captures the struggles of a young girl, Kayla, who is constantly belittled and demeaned by her mother, Mrs. Thompson. Kayla, who is turning 19 soon, yearns for her mother's love and approval, but instead, she is subjected to regular verbal abuse and emotional manipulation.
Mrs. Thompson sees Kayla as nothing more than a burden and a waste of resources. She blames her for everything that goes wrong in the house, including the food shortage. However, when Kayla tries to defend herself, Mrs. Thompson gets even angrier and threatens to kick her out. Kayla's father, who is usually absent, is powerless in the face of his wife's constant criticisms.
Despite the constant abuse, Kayla perseveres and finds joy in the small moments of kindness from her friends and colleagues. She tries to ignore her mother's cruel words, but deep down, she longs for affection and validation.
As Kayla's 19th birthday approaches, she decides to confront her mother and demand the respect she deserves. In a heated argument, Kayla's mother finally reveals the source of her animosity - she blames Kayla for her failed marriage and the bad luck in her life, she went further to say she was a child who was picked up by the road side ,so since her true parents abandoned her then she don't deserve love. While Kayla is devastated, she also realizes that her mother's resentment is not her fault.
As the novel progresses, Kayla embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learns to stand up for herself, find her true parents and finds solace in the support of her friends. Don't Stay Mad At Me is a compelling tale of perseverance, forgiveness, and the healing power of self-love.
Damien is the male protagonist of this story
a little boy who lost his parents in an accident due to the greedy scheme of his relatives.
Damine becomes a turning point in Kayla's life