Two-Spirit Rising

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Fame changed him. Pain defined him. Courage rebuilt him.Cody Greystone is a high school graduate, Native American, and gay. He’s quite brilliant on the stage, but offstage, he’s introverted and wrestles with social anxiety. His father wanted him to choose a “conventional future” starting with college, but Cody’s world changes when he lands the lead in an indie film shooting in Hawaii. Thrown into the deep end with seasoned actors and high stakes, he faces unexpected challenges as he strives to make the most of this opportunity.He has much to look forward to when he returns home. There’s the rising fame from his first film that’s daring, raw, and controversial. And there's someone he’s secretly admired for a while.Just as Cody begins to believe in the life he’s building, his world comes crashing down. Life becomes fragile, and fame and love suddenly seem beyond his reach. The path forward is anything but clear. Surviving may hinge on learning to play the hardest role of all—himself.Two-Spirit Rising is an inspiring tale of survival, healing, and the courage to speak one’s truth. Cody's journey is one of pain and perseverance, where the reward is strength born only from breaking—and rising again. Read more