Jade Coleman is a woman who has learned to survive in the toughest of circumstances. A single mother to a vibrant four-year-old, she balances her life as a high-end stripper with a real estate hustle that keeps her financially secure. Despite her success, Jade's heart is guarded-shaped by the tragic loss of her child's father in a car accident, and the daily struggle to keep her daughter safe and secure. She never expects love to find her again, especially not in the form of Ezra Saint, a powerful, old-school kingpin whose world is built on power and secrets. Ezra is a man who has it all-money, control, and the fear of those around him-but there's a hollowness he can't escape. He's tired of the game, but stepping away isn't so easy. When he meets Jade, an unexpected spark ignites between them. But as they navigate the complexities of their worlds, Jade must decide if love is worth the risk, and if letting Ezra in could destroy the fragile life she's built for herself and her daughter. In this slow-burn romance, both will face their emotional struggles, question their choices, and confront what they're willing to sacrifice for a chance at real love. The price of love is steep, but it might be the only thing that can heal their broken hearts.

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Letter Keeper follows Delia, a 22-year-old before-and-after school elementary teacher who, bored with the monotony of her life, decides to join a penpal program. When scrolling through letters, she stumbles upon Aubrey-an inmate who has been behind bars since he was 15, convicted of murdering his father after his father brutally killed his mother right in front of him. Now 25, Aubrey is months away from being released, and Delia's curiosity leads her to write him. As their letters grow deeper, Delia finds herself drawn into his complex world, uncovering the pain and trauma that have shaped him. But as Aubrey's release nears, Delia is left wondering if their bond can survive the transition from words on paper to reality-or if some walls can never come down.

"crazy how we vibe, even when we fight." a short story