This book presents the first literary work of Lucas Portal Zafrilla, an eleven-year-old author from Miami, Florida, whose early voice already reveals a remarkable sense of narrative instinct and emotional intensity.At an age when imagination is still free from convention, Lucas offers a story that moves between innocence and darkness, between tenderness and unease. What begins as a familiar portrait of young love gradually transforms into something far more complex-an exploration of attachment, insecurity, and the fragile boundaries between affection and obsession.The characters of Mary and Quentin are, at first glance, ordinary. They represent a recognizable story: two young people growing together, sharing moments of joy, companionship, and emotional dependence. Their relationship unfolds in a way that feels natural, even comforting. Yet beneath that surface lies a subtle tension-one that slowly grows, almost imperceptibly, until it can no longer be contained.Mary embodies warmth, sensitivity, and a quiet emotional depth. Quentin, on the other hand, reflects a more fragile inner world, marked by doubt, insecurity, and a need for reassurance that gradually becomes overwhelming. Together, they form a dynamic that is both intimate and unstable, illustrating how easily affection can shift into something more troubling when left unchecked.What makes this work particularly striking is not only its narrative progression, but the way it captures a psychological descent through small, seemingly insignificant moments. The story reminds us that transformation rarely occurs all at once-it builds, step by step, in silence.For a writer of such a young age, the ability to convey this evolution speaks to a natural talent that deserves recognition and encouragement. This work stands not only as a story, but as the beginning of a literary journey.It is with great respect and admiration that Editorial Regina presents this first publication, confident that it marks the emergence of a new and promising voice.Editorial ReginaMiami, Florida 2026
