Lara Unfiltered

Lara is thirteen, loud, loyal, chaotic, and constantly in trouble — but never for the reasons people think.
Growing up in the care system, she’s learned to read danger like other kids read comics. She knows which adults to avoid, which friends to protect, and which secrets could tear everything apart.
But when life throws her into a world of social workers, school drama, new rules, and old wounds, Lara does what she’s always done: she survives.
With her fierce humour, sharp mouth, and heart bigger than she’ll ever admit, she fights to carve out space where she finally feels seen.
Raw, funny, and painfully honest, Lara Unfiltered shines a light on the resilience of young people navigating trauma, identity, and the unspoken realities of care. Lara’s story is messy, emotional, and full of moments that hit harder than they should — because she’s never been the problem. She’s just a girl trying to make sense of a world that never made sense to her.
Perfect for readers who love character‑driven stories, chaotic teenage honesty, and hope found in the most unexpected places.