See Me

by Tella Alvarez

See Me by Tella Alvarez

The viral slow-burn romance that will break you—and heal you.

Some scars are invisible. Some love stories demand to be seen.

Booktok Sensation. Emotional and heart-wrenching. Protective hero. Hurt/comfort. Second chances. Slow burn.

Content This book contains themes of sexual assault, suicidal thoughts, depression, and violence. Reader discretion is advised.



Seren Garcia has mastered the art of being seen—but never truly known. To the world, she’s smart, beautiful, popular. But inside, she’s drowning. After a betrayal that shattered her trust, she’s running from the past, refusing to let anyone close.

Then he sees her.

Zane Briggs is the new boy in school with a mysterious reputation, a reckless grin, and a way of looking at Seren that makes her feel exposed and understood all at once. He’s relentless in breaking through her silence—and the more she pushes him away, the closer he gets.

But love isn’t always enough to heal old wounds. And when the past resurfaces, Seren must keep running, or risk everything to let him in.

The viral romance taking over TikTok and Amazon.

#SeeMeBook #TellaAlvarez #SlowBurnRomance #BookTok #ColleenHooverVibes

Wattpad Sensation – Over 18 million reads and counting.

Perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover, Anna Todd, and Tillie Cole.

If you loved It Ends With Us, A Thousand Boy Kisses, or After—this book is for you.



What readers are

“I fell in love with Seren. This book destroyed me in the best way.”

“The slow burn, the angst, the healing—absolute perfection. I was sobbing.”

“This is the kind of book that stays with you long after the final page.”



Tropes you love with depth that wrecks

Bad boy x bad girl, enemies to lovers, friends to lovers, mental health themes, protective hero, emotional slow burn.



First in the See Me series.

Don’t miss the sequel—coming soon.



Available now in Kindle and paperback.

Buy now and experience the book everyone is talking about.

Genres: Romance, Mental Health, Young Adult, Abuse, Emotional, High School, Contemporary

411 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 20, 2025

Reviews

[carly · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS BOOK WAS LITERALLY AMAZING IVE NEVER READ A BETTER WATTPAD STORY THIS IS BETTER THAN MOST BESTSELLERS THIS DESERVES TO BE A BESTSELLER ITS JUST PERFECT AND THE ROMANCE WAS AMAZING AND I REALLY FELT FOR SEREN AND THIS AUTHOR DESERVES LIKE AWARDS

[jarrah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is excruciatingly good. It's difficult to discover stories like this on Wattpad, and the main character, Seren, has too vivid emotions for me; it seems as though this book is a mirror. Everything in this book is just amazing since every notion of hers has taken root in my mind. I don't usually write reviews to books I read on Wattpad, but this one is just stunning, it felt incredible reading it at midnight, alone, with the wind howling outside. It's a simplistic story with a simple message, yet it's still unbearably painful. It's an honor to read ur book, Ms. Tella, while it's still really underrated, one day, I hope to see ur book in every bookstore. I'm going to get the paperback as soon as possible because this book deserves to be on my bookshelf lmao.

[Khe · Rating 5 out of 5]

it takes so much courage, strength and devotion to start much less complete a novel that highlights 1 of the most common but overlooked issues in society. the underlying problems that arise from the issue were brought up too and aligned significantly with the story. ​the protagonist of this story was portrayed in such a realistic and believable manner. her struggles, her highs and her lows were captured vividly, without a doubt making me shed a few tears. the authenticity of the characters and plot was prevalent in the story and never left. in addition to that, there were so many relatable quotes and situations that made me pause and take a second to see if the writer was hidden somewhere in my room. the statements that were made held so much meaning and understanding, even the simplicity of them. one that stood out to me the most was 'i didn't even consider the evil inside our own brains', said by Seren. the representation and description of struggle was just so so raw and honest. 'see me' can truly help someone who has faced the issue in a major and even minor way.

[Ethereal Amorist · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seren is a beautiful girl, and she knows it. Everyone knows it. But what no one knows is that she is slowly losing her mind... her will to live. Objectified by her own friends and schoolmates, feeling as if she is not important enough to be noticed by her father, and having no close friends to share her thoughts and feelings, she feels trapped in her life. She starts to think if being beautiful is her only personality trait. To feel something at all, she turns to poor coping mechanisms like smoking and drinking alcohol. But an unfortunate incident sends her spiraling down into the rabbit hole of depression. No one seems to see what she is going through, except the former bad boy, Zane.

Trigger Warnings~ Sexual assault, stalking, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, suicidal death (historical), and substance abuse.

This is literally the best story I've read on Wattpad. I've lost count of how many times I have reread this novel, actually. Though the story has a somber theme throughout, the writing is absolutely beautiful. Tella Alvarez writes in such a poetic way that the words go straight to your heart. The metaphors she writes are almost lyrical.

The story is primarily written in Seren's point of view with a few chapters in Zane's and the antagonist's perspective. The characters Tella Alvarez writes have so much depth to them that they stay with you forever. I love Seren, Zane, and Austin with all of my heart, and I am sure I'll keep returning to this book again and again.

I would highly recommend you read this story if you do not get triggered by stories with the above-mentioned themes. I would also suggest you check out Tella Alvarez's other books if you like stories with a sad theme but a happy ending.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where do I even begin? This book was just fucking beautiful. The story, the characters, the plot, the flow, the writing, everything was just chef’s kiss. I loved it. I loved it because it touched me. I loved it because I felt connected to it. I loved it because it made me a part of the book. Seren is soooo strong and I wanna hug my girl. She tried so hard and I’m proud of her. And I loved how Zane was observant. How he noticed the little things and made you realise that in reality it’s the little things that matter. He’s just perfect. I have no words to describe him.

All I can say is that this story has left a mark on me. I will forever treasure it and make people read it because honestly everyone needs to read it. It’s just beautiful.

[Avi Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Soooo amazing, a must read!! If you are in a critical place with your mental health, then now may not be the best time, but otherwise this book is so healing and beautiful

[Jennie Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I originally read this wonderful book on Wattpad and I fell in love with Seren and Zane. Tella knows how to hook you into a story. I remembered waiting for the next update to what was going on. Tella handles heavy topics very well, while putting you into your feelings with the heartbreakingly good romance. I can't wait to pick up the physical copy!

[Kirti Sharma · Rating 5 out of 5]

You read books, you love the characters but you move on. I am stuck with this book in a good way though. Seren’s character perfectly portrays the emotional roller coaster of a tenage girl. You literally feel each and every emotion that is being described in the book. The writing is so beautiful and powerful. I am simply in love with the story and the characters. Do give this book a read.

[Priscilla Schwab · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the type of book I want to write! I didn’t realize I’d find such a compelling story on Wattpad but this book sucked me in the second I picked it up. This book really captures what it’s like being a teenage girl and how it feels being sexualized at such a young age. Seren is such a realistic and compelling character and I think many can relate to her story.

[iman · Rating 5 out of 5]

i can't stress enough when i say i love this book. i've read quite a number of books in the last two years but i gotta say, this is among my top 5.

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

my favorite wattpad comfort book :)

[a🧚‍♀️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I forest read this on wattpad years ago, and it was so well written.

[hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

written perfectly. cried sm

- "The most beautiful things in life require a little effort to get to, Seren." Zane said casually, but the way he was looking at me made feel anything but.

- ‘I knew Zane noticed my reaction again, because he
moved closer to me. It's like Zane could feel my energy,
the way he knew something was wrong without me
saying it. I felt his hand on the small of my back,
rubbing comforting circles. It didn't stay there long
before he moved it around my shoulders, pulling me
into his chest.’

- ‘He wouldn't be okay, if I kept dragging him down with me. He would end up drowning too. … The current was too strong. I wasn't coming back up for air this time.’

- ‘I could not see a way out. I was only thankful that at
least Seren was not drowning on her own, now. I could
tread the water with her. And when she became tired,
and her legs grew numb from the tiresome underwater
movements, I would keep her afloat. I would.’

- ‘…simply because I saw her.’

^some of my favourites<3

[Lucy O'Brien · Rating 2 out of 5]

Everyone shut up I know this was a wattpad book (ew). I read it because I saw a tiktok about it. It wasn’t that good, but not as bad as I anticipated. I think I should be forgiven for this because it’s that weird period between Christmas and New Years and there are no rules! Now let’s all forget that this ever happened 🙏

[Maliha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can I get my own Zane?

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

MUST READ! FAV RE-READ! JUST ALL THE THINGS YES!!!

OG Wattpad reader here! I can’t tell you how excited I was for Tella to publish See Me on kindle! I read See Me when it was only available on Wattpad and became hooked on this series & this author! See Me showcases Tella’s one of a kind (IMO) gift for writing characters who experience abuse and how it affects them. How this story delves into Seren’s mental state during AND after her trauma is truly one of a kind and feels relatable while reading. I’ve not read a book that captures it so well! I’m honestly terrible at putting my thoughts into words that make sense to others (#ADD) but I couldn’t not try with this book! You won’t regret reading it and I can’t tell you how many comments I’ve seen on Tella’s Wattpad page from survivors of the same trauma Seren experiences in this book telling her how therapeutic it was for them to read. Love love love this book! It’s a favorite re-read of mine when I’m in a book slump and I can’t wait to purchase the rest of the series! Go Tella!

[erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

oh my god it was so so good and so so sad.
my heart constantly hurt for seren, she deserves all the happiness in the world.
and zane omg my babe he’s the cutest ever please he’s so kind i can’t.
i want a zane and an austin very badly.
but honestly this book was so good and the writing was so good as well. i absolutely adored it.

[cool beans · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was alright

[Joanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am weak af for those kind of romances sorry 😫 but also the writing was just too good

[mckayla meeks · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is absolutely crazy good.

[Nadin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Final Rating 4.5

It always nice to see that a wattpad story has been published after finishing it because I can add it on goodreads!

Another Wattpad story which surprised me with how good it was.

My favorite character was Austin, I love him so much and I'm SO excited to read his book now

[anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

älskade austin å zane så mkt😭🤞 å connectade verkligen med seren å hennes story🫠☝️ dock en grej å de e att jag gillade typ inte att de va så många bonus chapters efter orginal storyn tagit slut. de hade räckt med någon bara

[Andrea Joanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

UH-MAZE-A-ZING

10/10, would recommend.
5 stars
Chefs kiss!

This book is uh-maze-a-zing.
I cried.
I was on the edge of my seat
I laughed

[ssunachi · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author is an amazing writer. It’s so rare to find books like these on Wattpad, I love how they never over exaggerated emotions towards the characters, and all of them had character development flowing in a natural way. Honestly amazing.

[lovisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

den va sp bra o writingen va *chefs kiss* men omfmfg va ja hatar jax🤢🤢🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮😷🤚🤚

[dorothy · Rating 4 out of 5]

idrk how to rate this but i loved seren sm, my princess ☹️🤍

[Lucy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing, the writing was so good and I felt really connected with the characters. It was eye opening to feel how Seren felt and to experience all that she went through, and Zane was so good to her. I loved it so much.

[Freddy29 · Rating 3 out of 5]

I began this book and finished it in one go. I only took bathroom breaks and when eating, but I went straight back to continuing it afterwards. It made me so emotional, especially because I could relate a lot to the story and it made it so much more special to me.

Seren was a complex character, far from perfect yet real. I felt for her and what she went through, it was devastating to read the process of her turmoil. It was a saddening perspective on the world we live in for young girls and women. I almost cried, wow, it was such a good book.

I’m not as fond of reading on Wattpad as I used to be. A lot of books are not well written and unfortunately misogynistic, but while digging through the trash you come across a few gems. I loved Seren and Zane’s relationship, and although we didn’t see much of the other characters, Austin was one that stood out to me. We saw a lot of him in the last couple of chapters, and it showcased what an excellent friend he was.

Overall, this was a good read, I give it 3 stars✨

[kat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now that I finally have a paperback copy and have concluded by third re-read of this book I feel it’s time I leave a review

I actually cannot put into words how much I love this book. I love Seren and Zane individually as characters but together they are exceptional. Every time I read this book I am reminded of how much I love the story. Zane is absolutely top tier in the world of book men. Seren is such a beautiful character that has me sobbing every time we see her thoughts. Zane friend group is also top tier they are so fun and such a great found family for Seren. I definitely recommend this but make sure to read triggers as it does it deal with heavy topics.

[ti · Rating 4 out of 5]

this book has been beautifully written and i fell in love with zane and Austin, literally i have been hooked since the first line of this book and its a lovely emotional rollercoaster!! no matter how many times i read this i just cant get enough of it. <3