Published in 2022, Skyler Mason’s Purity is a contemporary "friends-to-lovers" romance that serves as a visceral exploration of the psychological and social impacts of . The novel follows Livvy, a young woman raised in a strict evangelical environment, as she attempts to reclaim her bodily autonomy and navigate a burgeoning relationship with her longtime best friend, Cole Walker. Core Narrative and Conflict
: Having remained a virgin due to the shame-based teachings of her youth, Livvy decides to "move on" and asks Cole—the campus "player"—to take her virginity with no strings attached. Purity by Skyler Mason
: While critical of harmful dogmas, the narrative acknowledges the "genuine intentions" sometimes behind these cultures, offering a more balanced look at the struggle for independence within religious families. Purity #1 - Skyler Mason - Goodreads Published in 2022, Skyler Mason’s Purity is a