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Shattered Paths

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Maya Johnson thought she had left her past behind. After a tumultuous high school romance with Ethan Miller, their paths diverged. Years later, they reunite, but Maya's revelation about her marriage and son triggers a series of tragic events. With her husband and son gone, Maya finds herself back in Ethan's arms, only to face abuse. Determined to protect her daughter, Ava, Maya escapes and starts anew under a different name.

Years pass, and Maya finds love again with David Harris, but their marriage faces its own challenges. Just as life seems to settle, Ethan reappears, obsessed with finding Maya. His desperate act of kidnapping Ava leads to a heart-pounding police chase. Will Maya's strength and resilience be enough to protect her family and find peace?

"Shattered Paths" is a gripping tale of love, loss, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her children.All Rights Reserved

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