deception are huge themes in this book as we look at the life of a single mother of two who is trying to get her life together but is struggling. Her last relationship dumped her in a pit of poverty and pain so she vowed to not let herself trust and love again. But even she can't completely evade love as a handsome, rich suitor literally stumbles upon her and offers her the life her ex stole from her, the life she rightfully deserves. She doubts that she will be able to balance motherhood and a relationship. Will she confront the tragic past that broke her and learn to trust him? Will the suitor heal Mmampho or open her wounds further? Let's see how Mmampho navigates the love for her children and the love for the new man. ******************************************* written and completed: 2019 editing: 2024

Let's continue to unravel Mia's relationship with Abdul in this sequel. Make sure to read Dear Laura before reading this one. Now that Abdul broke up with Hope, are we expecting him to be less toxic to Mia? Is this the beginning of a better relationship between the two? [Trigger warning: there are depictions of violence and abuse (both physical and emotional.) ]

Lily is your average 18 year old. She's smart, pretty, and lives in the shadow of her 22 year old sister Carissa. When Carissa brings Lily to a college party one night, she meets Jerod, an older guy who she falls for right away. They enjoy the rest of the summer together but on the first day of senior year, everything falls apart when Lily realizes that Jerod is her new chemistry teacher. The forbidden romance causes her life to take many unexpected twists and turns and makes senior year way harder than Lily originally planned.

In "Dear, Laura," we unravel the twisted tale of Mia Johnson's descent into darkness. From the moment she met Abdul Karim to the night she attempted to end his life. She writes letters to her therapist from behind bars, trying to confront the demons of her past, exposing the toxic dynamics that fueled her murderous intent. As Mia recounts her journey with Abdul, a chilling narrative of manipulation, abuse, and betrayal emerges. "My only regret was that I didn't succeed in murdering him. Abdul had it coming. Too bad I had a minimal knowledge of the human anatomy that I did not know the precise position of the heart. Otherwise, my mission would have been successful." Mia said.