Assumptions is a character-driven novel that digs into how quickly we judge—and how wrong we can be when we do. The story centers on a group of interconnected characters whose lives overlap in unexpected ways. At first glance, each person seems easy to define: their identities, their relationships, their motivations all appear straightforward. But as the narrative unfolds, those initial impressions begin to crack. Secrets surface, perspectives shift, and what once felt certain becomes complicated. At its core, the book explores how assumptions—about identity, love, morality, and even ourselves—can shape our actions in ways we don’t fully understand. It asks: What happens when the stories we tell ourselves about other people turn out to be incomplete… or completely wrong? There are strong emotional undercurrents throughout—relationships are tested, truths are revealed slowly, and characters are forced to confront not just each other, but their own biases. The novel also touches on themes of belonging, self-acceptance, and the courage it takes to live authentically, especially when the world around you is quick to label and dismiss. By the end, Assumptions doesn’t just challenge how the characters see each other—it challenges the reader to reflect on their own snap judgments, and what might be hiding beneath them.

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