Release (A Shefani AU)

"She saved my life, and that's all there is too it." -Blake Shelton

All her life, Gwen Stefani dreamed of having the perfect husband, the perfect family, and a perfect life. She was young, and naive, but she still yearned for the perfect life. As life went on, she met a charming man, who became her husband. With three kids, and a successful career, Gwen thought she had it all. Boy was she wrong.
Early in their marriage, Gwen soon becomes the victim of abuse, and when her husband cheats on her, she decides to end her marriage. She's overcome with depression, but finds unexpected solitude with a certain country superstar. Little did she know, her new beau has troubles of his own.

CAUTION: Contains some mature scenes, and language, 13+
Plot is mine, but this story stays true to the Shefani history.