The Weight of Silence: A Story of Love, Friendship, and Finding Hope in Chicago
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SpencerWhitelow0
Ongoing, First published Sep 29, 2024
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Two men, both struggling with the fractures in their relationships, decide to get away from it all-just for one night. In a downtown Chicago hotel room, they find more than just an escape; they find comfort, connection, and the hope of something new.
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After Shattered

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Yvonne hadn't believed a heart could work after being numb and smashed to pieces. Someone made it their mission to bring her back to life after what she'd been through. Her smile gave him hope. Her heart was the target. Her love was his prize.

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