Nadia remembered that first day at Haiti's Home for Children like it was yesterday. Seven years old, four tattered notebooks, a ring that hung on a string around her neck, and, finally, a mother's solemn promise to come back for her daughter. Eight years had passed since, and there was no sign of Milena, but Nadia knew her mother would return. She never broke her promises.
When Hurricane Ezekiel leaves the island nation in devastation, Nadia finds herself in a relief camp being looked over by a doctor who takes a special interest in the girl and her history. A doctor who adopts the young girl and brings her to his home in Miami as his daughter.
With a new family, Nadia remembers what it feels like to be loved again, forming bonds she never thought she would. But something still wasn't right; her heart still yearned for the mother who had once abandoned her, who had once promised to return for her. She yearned for the woman who had once called her Darling.
Along with her cousins and brother, she embarks on a heart-wrenching journey where secrets are uncovered, trust broken, trauma relived.
All so Nadia could once again feel the warmth of her mother's arms.
Elise Rivers has built walls around her heart to protect herself from any more damage. She never thought her life would suddenly turn a three sixty overnight. Her mom throws her out only to be sheltered by a brother who had ran away five years ago. She might have a roof over her head, but where is her home? Where does she actually belongs?
Javier Kellen has no one except his son to call his family. He never had time for anything other than his son and his work. He has his own demons that he is trying to fight so that he could build a home for his son. But something is missing?
What will happen when Elise and Javier cross path?
Can they help each in finding their home?
Or is it easier to build a home together?
Read this story to find out more about Elise and Javier and their story, their secrets and their struggles.
This is a story about love, family and friendship.
Hope you like it.