Drowning Demons
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Last published Mon, Apr 20, 2015
At the age of 16 she has experienced more than any 16 year old needed to and believes her salvation rests in Miami. Tierra Carmichael is running away from the past, leaving one's that loved her behind. Her past as dark as the night sky shadowed by her shining smile. She trust's no one, and will do anything she can to protect her mind, body, soul and most importantly, her heart. Her smile may be bright, but she's a stone cold fox who turns up her nose to any male or female looking to get a taste of her cookies. She's only close to one person, which is her girlfriend Shayna. But will all this change when she meets Deshawn Williams, Miami's most wanted.
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