#295 in vampire "Do you believe them, Lia? He gripped my arms and shook me gently in an attempt to get me to answer. I knew the answer to that. I had always known. I didn't believe them. I believed not a word they spoke of my Adam. But what I said to him in response was totally different. "Give me a reason not to." I knew the effect that my answer had on him. I saw his questioning eyes turn back to a hard, cold shield, his expressions hardened. He released his grip from my arms and turned away and I instantly resented myself for turning him back into the unresponsive guy he had turned into. Before I could open my mouth to say something, anything, Adam's hand pushed me against the door and blocked the way with his hands on either side. I gulped and willed myself to continue breathing as he lowered his head, dangerously close to my face. I closed my eyes in painful anticipation. _______________________________________________________________________________________ I lived in a town. It was a quiet town. A town with a population of just 131 people meaning that everyone knew everyone. A town where I grew up with my mum and my friends But every town had a secret, something that even people in the town was unaware of. And returning to this town I discovered that there is always more than the obvious reality; something that lingers right beneath our noses, waiting to be stumbled upon. But even stumbling upon something takes a great deal of courage and an open mind. However most peole are just too closed minded to reach a bit further and uncover the unbelievable reality. Something that I've managed to do...

David gets thrown into a magical journey.

This has most of Edgar Allan Poe's poems, or short stories. I do not own the rights to any of them, just simply sharing his work!

My name is Brent Parks and I have just about driven my girlfriend Rena to her limits. In a few days, she will take my life. I can't necessarily blame her because I have abused her on and off during our relationship. Before I met her, I faced my own demons - for years, I suffered violence at the hands of my father. I am not trying to make excuses but I hope you will understand that there is another side to this story, a side I would like to tell you about.... This Novella can be read independently from "Living With The Choices We Make" however, it contains references to the main story and it would be beneficial to read both for completeness. Authors Note: This is a story about child abuse and domestic violence and tells the story from the eyes of an abuser as a reminder what can happen to children who suffer violence at the hands of their parents. Please do not read this book if you find this topic disturbing. It is not designed to upset anyone but to raise awareness. Copyright@2015 by Sally Mason All rights reserved Cover by @Lucyface

THIS IS THE SEQUEL OF "LIVING WITH THE CHOICES WE MAKE". THE BLURB BELOW CONTAINS SPOILERS AND I RECOMMEND THAT YOU READ THE BOOKS IN SEQUENCE. The enemy is always just around the corner... After her release from jail, Rena is trying to piece her life back together. Just when things seem to be getting better, old wounds are torn open by none other than Brent's father -- Ryan Parks. He's not only set on putting her behind bars for killing his beloved son but also attempts to take the one thing away from her that has been keeping her sane. Confronted with the nightmares of her past, Rena's battle starts all over again. Yet, on the other side of the country, another woman is fighting her own wars. On the surface, Charlotte Parks is just one of Ryan's many minions but deep down, she holds a secret that could be the key to Rena's redemption. When their two worlds collide in the fight for the one thing they want the most, they have to make a choice; and that choice will alter their lives forever. Authors Note: This story contains topics about child abuse and domestic violence as well as important social issues such as discrimination, dangers of alcohol, drug abuse and date rape. Please do not read this book if you find any of these topic disturbing. It is not designed to upset anyone but to raise awareness. Copyright@2015 by Sally Mason All rights reserved Cover by @Lucyface

When Rena meets Brent, he is a dream come true. He is a real gentleman, funny, caring and even her overly protective father likes him. But then, she discovers a different side of Brent - a violent side that scares her. Promising that this had been a one time slip up, she forgives him. After all, he is the love of her life. She dosn't see the signs -- the controlling, the alienation from her friends and dad, the obsession he has with her. She is like putty in his hands. Over time, she learns about the Cycle of Abuse the hard way and she even tries to break free. But in the end, she only sees one way out and it will likely cost her everything. Best Ranking: #2 in ChickLit Winner of the 1st Corner Booth contest Authors Note: This is a story about domestic violence and can be disturbing at times. Even though the people in this book are fictional, abuse at the hands of a loved one is real. It is something that can happen to any of us, even to teenagers like Rena. Please do not read this book if you find this topic disturbing. It is not designed to upset anyone but to raise awareness. Copyright©2015 by Sally Mason All rights reserved Cover by @lucyface Image "Girl"; courtesy of Rolands Lakis