What is *It Starts with Us* by Colleen Hoover about?

*It Starts with Us* follows Lily Kincaid as she reconnects with her first love, Atlas Corrigan, while navigating co-parenting with her abusive ex-husband, Ryle. The sequel to *It Ends with Us* explores themes of breaking cycles of trauma, rebuilding trust, and creating healthier relationships. Atlas also confronts his past abuse to protect his younger brother, culminating in a story of resilience and chosen family.

Who should read *It Starts with Us* by Colleen Hoover?

Fans of emotionally charged romance novels and readers invested in Lily’s journey from *It Ends with Us* will appreciate this sequel. It’s ideal for those interested in stories about domestic abuse recovery, single parenthood, and healing through community. Content warnings for emotional abuse and trauma make it best suited for mature audiences.

Is *It Starts with Us* worth reading?

Yes, particularly for readers seeking closure after *It Ends with Us*. The novel delivers heartfelt character development, emphasizes boundary-setting, and offers a satisfying resolution to Lily and Atlas’s relationship. Its #1 *New York Times* bestseller status and Hoover’s signature blend of romance and realism make it a compelling read.

How does *It Starts with Us* differ from *It Ends with Us*?

While *It Ends with Us* focuses on Lily leaving an abusive marriage, the sequel shifts to her rebuilding life as a single mother and rekindling love with Atlas. It delves deeper into Atlas’s backstory, highlighting his efforts to protect his brother from abuse, and emphasizes healing over trauma.

What are the key themes in *It Starts with Us*?

- **Breaking generational cycles**: Lily and Atlas confront their abusive upbringings to create a healthier future. - **Boundaries**: Lily prioritizes safety for herself and her daughter, Emerson. - **Chosen family**: Supportive friendships and community play pivotal roles in healing.

What role do Lily’s journals play in *It Starts with Us*?

Lily’s journals symbolize vulnerability and trust. She shares one with Atlas, allowing him to understand her past struggles and deepening their emotional connection. This act mirrors their teenage bond and reinforces the theme of communication as foundational to love.

How does *It Starts with Us* portray single motherhood?

Lily balances running her floral business, caring for Emerson, and navigating Ryle’s aggression. Her resilience highlights the challenges of single parenthood while showcasing her determination to model healthy relationships for her daughter.

What is Atlas Corrigan’s backstory in *It Starts with Us*?

Atlas endured childhood neglect and abuse from his mother, Sutton, and her partner. As an adult, he discovers he has a 12-year-old half-brother and intervenes to protect him, mirroring his own traumatic past. His journey underscores the cycle of abuse and the power of intervention.

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『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』の概要

リリーの物語は、TikTokで革命を巻き起こしたコリーン・フーヴァーによる全米No.1続編の中で、虐待から逃れた後も続きます。『It Starts with Us（イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス）』では、元夫との共同養育に向き合いながら、アトラスとの二度目のチャンスを模索する姿が描かれています。これは、読者が6年間待ち望んだ、癒やしへの道のりをありのままに描いた物語です。

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第1章

When Ships Find Their Shore: A Tale of Love After Trauma

It's rare to find a romance sequel that outshines its predecessor, but "It Starts with Us" has accomplished exactly that. Colleen Hoover's follow-up to her TikTok-viral phenomenon "It Ends with Us" has become a cultural touchstone, selling over 800,000 copies in its first week-the biggest fiction debut of 2022. The novel has resonated deeply with readers seeking healing narratives after trauma, with celebrities like Oprah and Reese Witherspoon praising its authentic portrayal of rebuilding life after domestic violence. What makes this story so compelling isn't just the romance, but how it navigates the messy reality of co-parenting with an abusive ex while finding the courage to love again.

第2章

The Chance Reunion That Changes Everything

Atlas Corrigan's day begins with a series of bizarre incidents at his successful Boston restaurant. Someone has spray-painted "ass whole" (complete with the ironic misspelling) on his establishment's back door, and in a peculiarly specific act of theft, only stolen the kitchen's supply of croutons. On any other day, these minor disruptions would command his full attention, but today they're merely background noise to his racing thoughts about Lily Bloom. Their unexpected encounter earlier that day - their first in eighteen months - has left him reeling, especially after learning she's no longer married to Ryle. The news has sent him into a spiral of anticipation, checking his phone every few minutes despite trying to maintain his professional composure in front of his staff. As hours tick by without the promised text from Lily, Atlas finds himself engaging in what he knows are somewhat juvenile actions - changing her contact information in his phone from "Lily Kincaid" back to "Lily Bloom," a small but significant gesture that feels like reclaiming a piece of their shared past. His usually focused demeanor slips as he keeps glancing at his phone, prompting knowing looks from his employees, particularly Josh, his head chef, who has worked with him long enough to recognize when something's amiss. Meanwhile, Lily sits in her parked car at her favorite spot overlooking Boston Harbor, a place she often retreats to when life becomes overwhelming. Through a heartfelt letter to Ellen DeGeneres - her longtime imaginary confidante since childhood - she unpacks the weight of the day's events. The letter reveals the painful journey that led to her divorce from Ryle, a decision made shortly after their daughter Emmy's birth. The choice wasn't just about leaving an unhealthy relationship; it was about breaking a generational cycle of abuse, something she had witnessed in her own childhood home. Despite the divorce, she and Ryle maintain a carefully orchestrated co-parenting relationship for Emmy's sake, though it's complicated by Ryle's lingering hope for reconciliation, which he expresses through subtle comments and longing looks during their custody exchanges. The desire to reach out to Atlas burns in her pocket where her phone sits heavy with possibility, but the situation is delicate. Ryle's jealousy of Atlas has always been explosive, and even now, the mere mention of his name can trigger tension. Lily's primary concern is maintaining the peaceful co-parenting dynamic she's worked so hard to establish, knowing that any disruption could affect not only her life but also her daughter's stability. When Atlas finally breaks the ice with a simple text - "It was good seeing you today" - Lily's guarded response of "You too" speaks volumes about her internal conflict. This brief exchange, loaded with unspoken emotions and shared history, marks the beginning of a complicated dance between two people whose timing has never quite aligned. Now, as adults with established lives, careers, and in Lily's case, a child, they must navigate their rekindled connection while being mindful of the complex web of relationships and responsibilities that surround them. The weight of their past - both together and apart - hangs heavy over this new chapter, promising either healing or heartbreak.

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第3章

Establishing Boundaries and Breaking Patterns

Before Lily can consider pursuing anything with Atlas, she must establish firmer boundaries with Ryle, a process that proves increasingly challenging with each interaction. His pattern of using his emergency key to enter her apartment unannounced has evolved from occasional visits to an invasive habit that leaves Lily feeling perpetually on edge in her own home. When she returns one evening to find he's brought Emmy back and ordered her favorite Thai food - pad thai with extra peanuts, just as he used to during their marriage - Lily immediately recognizes this calculated gesture for what it is: a classic pattern of manipulation where moments of thoughtful kindness are strategically deployed to maintain control. The apartment key becomes a powerful symbol of the boundaries Lily needs to establish. When she finally musters the courage to ask for its return, Ryle's reaction follows a familiar trajectory - initial dismissal, followed by defensive anger, and ultimately, threats. His immediate move to leverage their custody arrangement demonstrates how abusers often use children as bargaining chips. The threat to modify their carefully negotiated visitation schedule reveals how custody can become another avenue for continuing patterns of control even after divorce. After he storms out, Lily retrieves a worn notebook from her bedside drawer and reads through her meticulously documented list of Ryle's past abuses. Each entry serves as a stark reminder: the night he slapped her during an argument about work, the terrifying moment he pushed her down the stairs in their home, the bite marks she had to hide with long sleeves, and the evening he forced himself on her despite her repeated refusals. This documentation, recommended by her therapist, serves multiple purposes - legal evidence, emotional validation, and a concrete defense against his attempts to minimize or deny past events. The scene powerfully illustrates the complex challenges faced by domestic violence survivors, particularly those co-parenting with their abusers. Even after physically leaving an abusive relationship, establishing and maintaining boundaries requires constant vigilance and strength. Every interaction becomes a potential battlefield, with survivors having to calculate the risks of standing firm against the possible repercussions. Lily's determination to protect both herself and Emmy represents not just personal courage but the fierce resolve required to break generational patterns of abuse. Her list serves as both evidence and affirmation - a paper shield against gaslighting and self-doubt that might otherwise allow the cycle to continue, particularly during moments when Ryle displays the charm and kindness that initially drew her to him.

第4章

The Complications of Moving Forward

Atlas's life becomes increasingly complex as his past crashes into his present from multiple directions. A second restaurant vandalism leads to the discovery of security footage showing a young person in a hoodie who spray-painted "Fuck u Atlass" before bizarrely falling asleep on the back steps. This strange incident coincides with an unexpected call from his estranged mother Sutton, whom he hasn't spoken to in years and immediately blocks, assuming she wants money. When Atlas unexpectedly shows up at Lily's flower shop with lunch, their chemistry is undeniable. "I get tongue-tied around you," Lily admits as Atlas gently touches her finger, making her heart flip. Their moment is interrupted when Allysa warns that Ryle is arriving, causing Lily to panic and hide Atlas in her supply closet. This comedic yet tense scene highlights the precarious situation they're navigating. After Ryle leaves, Atlas pulls Lily into the closet with him and asks if he can call her. When she expresses concern about her complicated life, Atlas confidently responds that he wants to help "uncomplicate" it, calling Emerson the best thing to ever happen to her and suggesting he could be the second-best. This bold declaration demonstrates his willingness to accept not just Lily, but her life circumstances-including her daughter. Their connection deepens during a FaceTime call where Atlas reveals he lied years ago about having an uncle in Boston-he actually moved there alone to access homeless shelters and resources. This vulnerability marks a turning point in their relationship, as does an accidentally intimate moment when Lily exposes herself while breastfeeding Emerson. Atlas's respectful reaction to this natural moment of motherhood further distinguishes him from Ryle, showing his capacity to love Lily exactly as she is now, not who she was in the past.

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第5章

Confronting the Ghosts of the Past

As Atlas and Lily cautiously begin dating, they must each confront painful aspects of their histories. During their first date, Lily gives Atlas one of her teenage journals as a gift, offering him insight into her perspective of their shared past. Though the evening doesn't go as planned-Lily falls asleep exhausted from caring for her feverish daughter-Atlas uses the time to read her journal and write her a heartfelt letter revealing the painful details of his childhood. He describes growing up with an abusive mother who was "quick to anger and quick to respond," leaving him with physical and emotional scars. When Atlas was twelve, his mother married Tim, making the next four years "hell on earth." Eventually forced to leave home, Atlas tried to return after his friend moved away, only to have his mother violently reject him, throwing a screwdriver that cut his eyebrow. Atlas explains that Lily was the first person who ever showed genuine interest in him: "You made me feel interesting and unique. Your friendship gave me worth." This exchange of written histories allows them to understand each other more deeply than they did as teenagers. It also establishes writing as their love language-a way of expressing truths too difficult to voice aloud. Through their letters and journals, they create a record of their relationship that stands in stark contrast to the gaslighting and manipulation that characterized Lily's marriage to Ryle. Their reconnection faces its first major test when Ryle discovers their relationship. Finding evidence someone spent the night at Lily's apartment, he demands to know if it's Atlas. When Lily stands her ground, stating "I never would have left you for Atlas. I didn't leave you for Atlas. I left you because I deserve to be treated better," Ryle pushes her against the door with his hand at her throat. Though he stops himself from further violence, this incident confirms Lily's worst fears-Ryle hasn't changed at all.

第6章

Building a Blended Family

Just as Atlas and Lily's relationship deepens, Atlas discovers the young vandal targeting his restaurants is actually Josh-an eleven-year-old brother he never knew existed. His mother Sutton has been living in Boston for ten years without Atlas's knowledge and is now looking for Josh, who has been missing for two weeks. Her apparent indifference to Josh's safety and greater concern about potential truancy charges immediately signals to Atlas that his mother hasn't changed from the neglectful parent he knew in his youth. The first meeting between Atlas and Josh proves transformative. Their physical resemblance is striking - the same dark hair, similar facial features, and even identical mannerisms that make their biological connection undeniable. After learning the full extent of their mother's continued pattern of abuse and neglect, including leaving Josh alone for days and failing to provide basic necessities, Atlas's protective instincts surge. Despite Josh's initial hostility and the property damage he caused, Atlas recognizes in his brother's actions the same desperate cry for help he once expressed in his own youth. Atlas throws himself into emergency guardianship proceedings, navigating a complex legal system while simultaneously trying to establish trust with a deeply wounded child. He transforms his apartment into a welcoming space for Josh, complete with a proper bedroom - something Josh never had before. Their early days together are marked by midnight emergency room visits for Josh's asthma attacks, careful negotiations over school attendance, and the gradual building of trust through shared meals and honest conversations. Lily proves instrumental in this transition, drawing on her experience as a kindergarten teacher to help Josh adjust. She creates structured routines, helps with homework, and most importantly, shows Josh what healthy adult relationships look like. Their shared history of childhood trauma makes both Atlas and Lily uniquely equipped to understand Josh's defensive behaviors and emotional needs. The novel masterfully illustrates how families can be rebuilt from the ground up through conscious choice and commitment. When Josh's teacher assigns a family tree project, he initially resists, knowing his traditional family history is marked by abuse and abandonment. Instead, he creates an alternative version showing just two branches - his and Atlas's - declaring it "A whole new family tree that starts with us." This becomes a turning point, symbolizing their mutual decision to break generational patterns and create something new. The small family unit they form, later including Lily, demonstrates how chosen families can provide the safety, stability, and love that biological ones sometimes fail to deliver. Through this unexpected family expansion, both Atlas and Lily find themselves healing their own childhood wounds while working to ensure Josh never experiences the same pain they endured. Their shared commitment to breaking cycles of abuse becomes the cornerstone of not just their relationship, but of their newly formed family unit.

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第7章

Standing Firm Against Manipulation

As Lily and Atlas grow closer, Ryle's behavior becomes increasingly concerning. After discovering their relationship, he sends a series of hostile drunk texts culminating in "have fun fucking the homeless guy." When confrontation at the flower shop fails to intimidate Lily, Ryle seeks out Atlas at his restaurant, physically attacking him while blaming him for destroying their marriage. Atlas's response demonstrates his fundamental difference from Ryle-he refuses to fight back, calmly explaining that no matter how many arguments they might have, none would ever end with Lily in the hospital. He acknowledges that while Ryle's past helped make him a great neurosurgeon, it also made him "a shitty husband," reminding him that his own actions destroyed his marriage. At Emmy's birthday party, Lily finally draws a firm line with Ryle, insisting he undergo anger management and limiting his visits with Emmy to supervised settings at Allysa and Marshall's home. When Ryle attempts to resist, Allysa and Marshall stand firmly with Lily, with Allysa telling her brother, "I love you, but I'll help her." This powerful moment of family members choosing to protect a victim rather than enable an abuser represents a crucial turning point in domestic violence narratives. The novel doesn't villainize Ryle entirely but portrays him as a complex, damaged person whose trauma has made him dangerous to those he loves. This nuanced portrayal acknowledges the reality many abuse survivors face-their abusers aren't monsters but deeply flawed humans whose damage doesn't excuse their behavior. As Lily reflects, "the hardest part about ending an abusive relationship is that while the bad moments continue, it's the good moments you put an end to."

第8章

Healing Through Vulnerability

The heart of "It Starts with Us" lies in its profound exploration of healing through vulnerability. Both Atlas and Lily must learn to trust again after experiencing deep betrayals-Atlas by his mother's abandonment and neglect, and Lily by her husband Ryle's physical and emotional abuse. Their journey forward requires not just romantic connection but the raw courage to be fully seen, including their darkest moments and most painful experiences. The novel delicately weaves together past and present trauma, showing how old wounds influence current relationships. Atlas's childhood homelessness left him with deep-seated fears of abandonment and unworthiness, while Lily carries the invisible scars of domestic violence alongside her visible ones. Their healing journey demonstrates how vulnerability, though frightening, becomes the bridge to genuine intimacy. When Atlas discovers the heart tattoo on Lily's shoulder-the one she got in college as a testament to their young love-his reaction transforms from desire to profound distress as he realizes Ryle had violently bitten her there the night Atlas took her to the emergency room. His guilt at not being able to protect her earlier is met with Lily's powerful revelation: whenever she doubted herself or felt guilty about leaving Ryle, she would imagine how differently Atlas would have handled those same situations. "You're a big part of the reason I got through it, even though you weren't there," she tells him, illustrating how even the memory of healthy love can sustain hope during dark times. This pivotal moment encapsulates the novel's central message-that authentic love isn't about rescue but about creating safe spaces for each other's healing journey. Atlas doesn't save Lily; she saves herself through her own strength and determination. His role is to consistently affirm her worth, support her boundaries, and validate her experiences, just as she supports his efforts to create a healthy, stable home for his son Josh and heal from his own childhood trauma. Their physical intimacy beautifully reflects this healing dynamic. When they finally make love, Lily experiences vulnerability of a different kind, worrying about her postpartum body and leaking breast milk. Atlas's patient, affirming response-"Everything about tonight was perfect. Don't you dare apologize"-stands in stark contrast to Ryle's controlling and shaming behavior. Their connection feels "chaotically beautiful and absolutely right"-a love built on acceptance, understanding, and mutual respect rather than possession or control. The novel demonstrates how true healing occurs in layers, with each moment of vulnerability met with acceptance strengthening their bond. Through their relationship, both characters learn that real love creates space for imperfection, celebrates growth, and honors each person's individual journey toward wholeness.

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第9章

Creating a New Beginning

The novel concludes with Lily and Atlas building a life together, moving her and Emerson into his home to create a blended family with Josh. This transition isn't without challenges-Ryle struggles to accept his daughter's relationship with Atlas, and Sutton rarely shows up for the weekly family dinners Atlas arranges to maintain her connection with Josh. Yet amidst these complications, they focus on "what's working in our lives rather than what isn't." When Marshall brings Emerson to Atlas while Ryle waits in the car, Lily sees this cooperation as progress-the men in Emerson's life finding a way to prioritize her wellbeing over their personal feelings. In the epilogue, set three years later, Atlas prepares for their wedding day, reviewing vows that acknowledge the fragility of love while committing to it anyway. "Humans are disappointing and love often fails," he writes, finding optimism in the 50% success rate of marriages-"odds that would have thrilled my younger self." His vows express gratitude for experiencing love with Lily twice in one lifetime and promise to cherish every moment, whether they spend decades together "or part tomorrow." This realistic yet hopeful perspective encapsulates the novel's approach to love after trauma. There are no guarantees, only the courage to try again despite knowing how badly things can go wrong. The final image of Atlas adding a playful postscript to his vows-"It is my wish for you to be my fish," referencing their shared love of Finding Nemo-symbolizes their journey from trauma to joy, from survival to playfulness. "It Starts with Us" ultimately delivers what readers craved-not just a happy ending for beloved characters, but a nuanced portrayal of how such happiness is built: through boundaries, vulnerability, communication, and the daily choice to love not despite but because of our complicated histories.

第10章

The Power of Breaking Cycles

What elevates "It Starts with Us" beyond typical romance is its unflinching examination of generational trauma and the courage required to break destructive patterns. Through parallel storylines-Lily protecting Emmy from Ryle's volatility and Atlas rescuing Josh from Sutton's neglect-the novel illustrates how abuse perpetuates across generations unless someone makes the difficult choice to interrupt the cycle. Both Lily and Atlas recognize that their childhood experiences shaped them, but they refuse to be defined or limited by that trauma. When Atlas tells Josh, "You're a privilege. If I'd known you existed, I would have knocked over buildings to find you," he's offering his brother what he himself never received-unconditional love and protection. Similarly, when Lily maintains firm boundaries with Ryle despite his manipulation, she's creating for Emmy the safe childhood she herself didn't have. The novel doesn't suggest this process is easy. Lily struggles with guilt and second-guessing, while Atlas must navigate the legal system to gain custody of Josh. Yet their determination to create something better than what they experienced drives them forward. As Atlas reflects while watching Emmy sleep, he's contemplating "what it means to potentially become a stepfather" and the responsibility that entails. Through their journey, Hoover offers readers hope that cycles of abuse can be broken through awareness, support systems, and the courage to choose differently. The final image of a "new family tree that starts with us" serves as both metaphor and mission statement-a commitment to nurturing healthier relationships for the next generation. This powerful message has resonated with millions of readers, many of whom recognize their own struggles in Lily and Atlas's story. By showing not just the escape from abuse but the building of something better afterward, "It Starts with Us" provides both validation for survivors and a roadmap for healing. It reminds us that while we cannot change our past, we can absolutely change our future-one boundary, one choice, one act of love at a time.

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『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』の主要テーマ

breaking generational cycles
co-parenting after abuse
rekindled childhood romance
setting emotional boundaries
healing from domestic violence

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』の名言

Lily's primary concern is maintaining the peaceful co-parenting dynamic.
Every interaction becomes a potential battlefield.
I get tongue-tied around you.
The weight of their past hangs heavy over this new chapter.
His pattern of using his emergency key has evolved into an invasive habit.

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』の登場人物

Lily BloomA florist and mother navigating life after divorce
Atlas CorriganA successful restaurant owner and Lily's first love
Ryle KincaidLily's abusive ex-husband and Emmy's father
EmmyThe young daughter of Lily and Ryle

著者について

『It Starts with Us』でニューヨーク・タイムズのベストセラー第1位を獲得したマーガレット・コリーン・フーヴァーは、家庭内暴力、回復力、癒やしといった複雑なテーマを探求する、感情を揺さぶる恋愛小説の旗手として称賛されています。

テキサス州出身の元ソーシャルワーカーであるフーヴァーは、自身の子供時代の経験や専門的な経歴からインスピレーションを得て、読者の心に深く響く、生々しくキャラクター主導の物語を生み出してきました。2012年に自費出版された画期的な『Slammed』シリーズを皮切りに、サイコスリラーの『Verity』やチャートを席巻したロマンス『Ugly Love』など、22冊の小説に及ぶキャリアを築き上げました。

フーヴァーの作品は45言語に翻訳され、映像化も進んでおり、『Confess』はPrime Videoでシリーズ化されました。彼女はまた、非営利団体に100万ドル以上を寄付してきた慈善的なサブスクリプションサービス「The Bookworm Box」を共同設立しました。Goodreads Choice Awardを受賞した『It Ends with Us』の続編である『It Starts with Us』は、発売から3ヶ月で400万部を売り上げ、TikTokの「BookTok」コミュニティを席巻。現代のロマンス小説界を象徴する作家としての地位を不動のものにしました。

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第2章

イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス 二人の物語

概要『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス 二人の物語』の概要

1冊の本。さまざまな聴き方。

When Ships Find Their Shore: A Tale of Love After Trauma

The Chance Reunion That Changes Everything

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Establishing Boundaries and Breaking Patterns

The Complications of Moving Forward

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Confronting the Ghosts of the Past

Building a Blended Family

聴きながら、すべての言葉を目で追えます

Standing Firm Against Manipulation

Healing Through Vulnerability

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス 二人の物語』をもっと深く楽しむ

Creating a New Beginning

The Power of Breaking Cycles

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1冊の本。さまざまな聴き方。

When Ships Find Their Shore: A Tale of Love After Trauma

The Chance Reunion That Changes Everything

聴きながら、すべての言葉を目で追えます

Establishing Boundaries and Breaking Patterns

The Complications of Moving Forward

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス 二人の物語』をもっと深く楽しむ

Confronting the Ghosts of the Past

Building a Blended Family

聴きながら、すべての言葉を目で追えます

Standing Firm Against Manipulation

Healing Through Vulnerability

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス 二人の物語』をもっと深く楽しむ

Creating a New Beginning

The Power of Breaking Cycles

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イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』の概要

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』をもっと深く楽しむ

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』をもっと深く楽しむ

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』を最後まで読み終えました

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』の主要テーマ

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『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』をもっと深く楽しむ

『イット・スターツ・ウィズ・アス　二人の物語』を最後まで読み終えました