Can you share some sad upsetting stories?

Loss is a very common theme. It could be the loss of a loved one, like in the story of the girl who lost her best friend. Another common theme is loneliness, such as the old man who was left alone by his family.

There was a girl who had a very good friend. They grew up together and shared all their secrets. But one day, the friend moved far away without even saying goodbye. The girl was left with a broken heart, constantly missing their times together, and felt a deep sense of loneliness.

Sure. There was a dog that was left alone by its owner when they moved away. The dog waited at the old house every day, looking sad and confused. It didn't understand why it was abandoned.

One of the most upsetting is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It starts as a seemingly normal small - town event but ends with a shocking and cruel human sacrifice. Another is 'A Child Called It' by Dave Pelzer, which details the extreme abuse a child endures at the hands of his mother. And '1984' by George Orwell can be very upsetting as it shows a dystopian world where freedom and individuality are crushed.

Sure. 'The Kite Runner' can be quite upsetting. The story of betrayal and the consequences that follow, especially the violence and suffering in Afghanistan, is really hard to stomach. Another is 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings' by Maya Angelou. Her account of growing up with racism and abuse is deeply saddening.

One sad story is about the pressure they face. They are constantly in the spotlight and have to deal with high expectations. For example, during their early days, they faced a lot of criticism and had to work extremely hard to prove themselves. The long hours of practice, strict diets, and the fear of not being successful were real struggles for them.

A lonely old man used to sit by the window every day, waiting for his children to visit. But they were always too busy. Eventually, he passed away alone, and his unfulfilled longing for family was truly a quick yet deeply sad story.

One sad block story could be about a little boy who had a special block that was a gift from his late grandfather. One day, he accidentally dropped it in a fast - flowing river and watched helplessly as it was carried away. He was heartbroken because it was his most treasured possession.

Here's one. A girl broke up with her boyfriend because he was always too busy with work. He would cancel dates and not be there for important events. She felt so alone in the relationship that she finally had to end it, and it was a very sad time for both of them as they still loved each other deep down.

The story of Babe Ruth's final years can be considered sad. He was a baseball legend, but towards the end of his career, he was ill and his skills deteriorated. He was no longer the star he once was. It was a sad sight to see a once - great athlete struggle like that. His body just couldn't keep up with his love for the game anymore.