Gemotions

The gentle waves lapped against the shore, and Leo closed his eyes, savoring the salty air and the warmth of the sun on his face. He’d spent the morning surfing, the rhythm of the ocean providing a perfect balance to his normally active life. He felt at peace, the world held at bay.

A text message from his brother: "Dude, you're famous! Did you know someone wrote a book about you?" Leo frowned, confused and intrigued. The text brought with it a jarring change of state. His life, he found out, had been laid bare in print. He felt his blood go cold.