Marielle Castillo had always believed in fairy tales. As a child, she fell in love with her best friend, Eross, before life pulled them apart. Years later, longing for that innocent love, she searched for him, only to find herself swept off her feet by Ethan Simpson-a charming man who seemed to promise everything she dreamed of. But behind closed doors, Ethan's mask fell, and Marielle's marriage became a prison of betrayal and abuse.
Trapped in a cycle of fear, Marielle felt her hope slipping away. Her solace came in the form of Dany Ray Payne, a quiet but kind college schoolmate who saw through her broken exterior. Dany offered a glimmer of friendship and a reminder of the strength she once had.
When a cruel twist of fate led to Marielle being attacked by a man she hardly knew, her world shattered completely. Haunted by the trauma, she withdrew into a shell of despair. Yet, Dany refused to let her drown. With patience and unwavering support, he helped her reclaim her voice and rebuild her life, piece by piece.
As Marielle finds her strength and reclaims her independence, she must confront the ghosts of her past, the memories of her lost childhood love, and the possibility of a future she never thought she deserved.