Amy Palmer, a sixteen year old goddess, as quoted by her school, has lived life as a popular head cheerleader. She led the cliche life of dating the quarterback of the football team, sex god, Michael Barrett. But now her mother has left and her father kicked her out. She has nowhere to go, and only has possession of the things she had in her room and her car, which is, ironically, a Porsche. She takes on a life of crime and robbery, stealing from stores all over the area. When suspicions lead the police to her, she leaves town and takes on a new identity. Amy Palmer becomes Dusk Roan, and changes her look. After a decision to become good again, and leave her dark days behind her, she meets Kohl Johnson. He's sweet, fun, and incredibly attractive. Will she fall for him, or will she leave another town behind?
A trip to Fiji with her dismissive boyfriend and his alluring mother lands Valentina into the most unexpected romance of her lifetime.
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College student Valentina has been at a standstill in her relationship for three years, so when her boyfriend invites her on vacation to Fiji with his estranged fashion designer mother, Val can't think of anything worse. Mothers-in-law are notoriously one of the most dreadful aspects of a committed relationship, right? But nobody prepared Val for the aloof, refined Diana, who at first seems to absolutely detest her but soon warms under the tropical sun. As a unique and steamy connection sizzles and the two begin sneaking around, Val wonders if she's finally found the love she's been looking for in the most unexpected of places. But can their spark last, and is it worth what it will cost them?
WARNING: This story contains mature themes such as depictions of domestic abuse and coercion that may be upsetting to some readers. Reader discretion is advised.