The first time asher spotted Isabella in the busy crowded college hall, he was struck by an unexpected sense of almost curiosity. between all of the students, She seemed almost ethereal. She looks like she doesn't wanna be there, shes cautious about her surroundings, She's also making sure she doesn't stand out, that no one pays her attention. Asher felt an immediate curiosity about her. There was something captivating about her reserved nature, drawing him in like a moth to a flame. he wanted to know more about the girl who seemed poised yet eager to stay unnoticed.
~ Description ~
Isabella Kensington grew up overshadowed by her father, Alexander Kensington, who favored his new family. Her stepsister Ava received most of the attention, while her relationship with her stepmother, Catherine, was distant. Isabella lost her biological mother at fifteen, adding to her isolation. Despite her family's wealth, she struggled with emotional neglect and unknown childhood trauma, which will be revealed later. She found solace in art, using it to cope and assert her identity.
Asher Beaumont was born into wealth, with his father, William Beaumont, being a successful businessman. As the heir to his father's company, Asher faced immense pressure to be perfect. Despite the luxury, his childhood was marked by emotional neglect; his parents were often absent. His mother struggled with severe trauma, leaving her unable to care for him properly. Asher's own trauma, which will be revealed later, adds to his complex character and persistent feelings of isolation.
Tropes :
Enemies to Lovers
Dark Past
Bad boy/good girl
Slowburn
Bully romance
Hidden depths
Forced proximity
Trauma Bonding
Tw: abuse (physical and emotional)
Kidnapping
Violence
Dark themes
Trauma
Mental health issues
Blood
Bullying
Emotional and Physical Abuse
Nixon is the 3rd book in the Broken Series. (Ryan is the 1st, Brynn is the 2nd)
Nixon leaves rehab early because he can't deal with being there anymore. His sister Kelis finds someone in need of a roommate so he moves in with the girl and gives her his middle name, Lucas. He quickly becomes addicted to the girl and once he gets one taste he's done for. He warns her about his past, about his name, but she ignores all the red flags, not realizing exactly how intertwined she is with the people from his past. He becomes enamored with her, feels like she was made for him while still battling the demons of his past and soon it all becomes too much for him to handle. He makes a heartbreaking decision, thinking it's what's best for both of them and everything changes.
Trigger/Content Warning: this book contains mature content, talks of suicide, mental and physical abuse, selfharm, drug use, and addiction
Cover designed by Anastasia Wright