"God." Luke's voice shook slightly. He looked like he wanted to slap her. Something about his tone made her crack; she was so tired of it all. Her knees buckled, and she collapsed, hitting the floor hard. Luke was beside her in an instant, hands cupping her face, making her look at him. "You idiot," he said hoarsely. "You idiot." She felt his hands tremble as he pulled her towards him, wrapping strong arms around her. She felt his silver crucifix against her cheek. Something about the metal soothed her. "You can't leave me Liv, talk to me, please." His dark brown hair brushed against her forehead, the sensation causing her to shiver. "You promised." ~☆'~☆'~ Livi was ready to end everything. Life with her PTSD-stricken father has taught her how to stay silent, how to survive, and how to disappear. But when Luke-a former kleptomaniac with a talent for stealing more than just belongings-finds her alone in an abandoned band room, he offers her something unexpected: the opportunity to drum for youth worship. That Sunday was supposed to be the end. Instead, it becomes the beginning. Our Broken Promises is a raw and tender story about shattered lives, unlikely love, and the grace that meets us in the middle of our mess.

Betrayal, danger, and buried secrets collide as Isla discovers the truth about her past-one that could cost her everything, even those she trusts. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What if your parents are not your real parents?? Isla's real parents gave her away when she was born because they were too poor to raise her. When she finally turns 21 Isla's "parents" say that she has a surprise awaiting. She also says to them that even they will be getting a surprise at the end of her birthday. What do you think the surprises would be?