A lonely college freshman who initially lies to his mother about his social life. He attends a fraternity party, bonds with RA Maggie, and shares his fears about his father's death and family distance. After a miscommunication and fight with Maggie, he focuses on self-growth, reconnects with his roommate Sam, and honestly calls his mother. Two and a half years later, he is socially integrated, has many friends, and begins a relationship with Maggie.
Mother-son relationship strained by Alex's lies but ultimately grounded in unconditional support.
Initial romantic connection that evolves through vulnerability and miscommunication.
Roommates who begin with a distant dynamic but gradually develop mutual support.
Explore the full interactive character relationship map of Shithouse