The Mistake

Zac thought a romantic trip with his girlfriend Karen would be just what they needed. But he didn't know she had another plan-one that involved collecting on his life insurance policy. When the plan goes wrong and Zac disappears into the wilderness, presumed dead, Karen returns home to spin the story of a tragic accident. But Zac isn't dead. He's found-battered, bruised, and without a memory-by Fatima, a fiercely independent woman who stumbles across him during her morning run on a quiet trail near her home. With no ID, no family coming forward, and no one in the state recognizing him, Fatima makes a bold decision: he'll stay with her until he remembers who he is. As days turn into weeks, a quiet love begins to grow between them. But when Zac's past comes crashing back, they'll both be forced to face the truth: Was what they had real, or just borrowed time?

Zachary Taylor and Fatima Wilson were once inseparable-best friends turned college sweethearts, parents before they were ready, and engaged before it all fell apart. When Zac was drafted into the NFL, he chased the dream. Fatima stayed behind with their son and the pieces of a love that couldn't survive the distance. Now, six years later, they've mastered co-parenting-but neither has truly moved on. Fatima is in a new relationship. Zac never even tried. And when lingering feelings start to resurface, both are forced to ask: Was letting go a mistake...or the only way to find their way back?

Urban Fiction Rom-Com novel loosely based on Zatima 🙂 I was bored and said Why not

Book Summary: U & I Fatima, a devoted single mother to four-year-old Chloe and proud owner of a charming local bakery, finds herself drawn to the ruggedly handsome construction worker she sees every morning across the street. His name is Zac-a quiet, seemingly distant man focused on his work, unaware of the gentle glances sent his way. Or so Fatima believes. What she doesn't know is that Zac has noticed her too. A single father to five-year-old Zayden, Zac has been quietly admiring the warm, determined woman who always seems to start her day with flour-dusted hands and a smile. Fate brings them together one afternoon at the park, where their children form an instant bond-and so do they. As friendship blossoms into something deeper, Fatima and Zac navigate the challenges of single parenthood, personal fears, and the scars of past heartbreak. You and I is a heartfelt story of second chances, the quiet power of connection, and the kind of love that grows slowly but roots deeply-between two people, and the families they bring with them.

There's definitely a shift in their dynamic, but can Zac and Fatima let the past go and move forward together?

Book 2 of "When Hearts Collide" 2 years later are Zac and Fatima still having problems within their relationship?

Grandpa Luther has always told Zachary that once he was no longer walking the earth that he would leave everything to his beloved grandson. Years after his passing, Zachary discovered his grandfather had way more than he expected. Despite his newfound wealth, Zachary stayed committed to his goals, continuing with Chain Breakers, where he worked toward earning both his business and realtor licenses. He kept the details of his inheritance from everyone, not wanting to be taken advantage of. Karen, who had her own hidden agenda, tried to manipulate Zachary by falsely implicating him in a situation that could affect his future. Though Zachary helped her when needed, he remained focused on his own path and the promises he made about securing a better life for his future children. His relationship with Fatima began to evolve as secrets unfolded, and Zachary showed sides of himself that no one expected.

Zac's life is turned upside down when he's released from prison after being wrongly accused. As he tries to rebuild his life, he's faced with the challenges of reconnecting with his past and starting a new future with the woman he loves. But just as things start to fall into place, Zac discovers a shocking truth that changes everything. Secrets, lies, and surprising revelations threaten to upend his world once again. Can Zac and Fatima find a way to overcome the obstacles in their path and find happiness, or will the truth destroy everything he holds dear?"