Never did she think that this was how her life was going to be.
At 18 years old, Ashley Davis didn't think she would have gotten pregnant. She didn't choose it, but she didn't have the heart to give it up. She embraced what happened to her, got a job, and with the encouragement from her parents, is taking college courses online while raising a beautiful 3-year-old daughter, Bella. That is until the once love of her life comes walking back into the picture after 4 years. What will she do now?
At 19 years old, Christian Nash figured he had his whole life ahead of him. A beautiful girl by his side, a full ride at his choice college, and the best family in the world. All of a sudden, his world is turned upside down. When he decides to take his life into his own hands, will it work? Or will it blow up in his face? Will Ashley ever be able to forgive him for his choices?
A trip to Fiji with her dismissive boyfriend and his alluring mother lands Valentina into the most unexpected romance of her lifetime.
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College student Valentina has been at a standstill in her relationship for three years, so when her boyfriend invites her on vacation to Fiji with his estranged fashion designer mother, Val can't think of anything worse. Mothers-in-law are notoriously one of the most dreadful aspects of a committed relationship, right? But nobody prepared Val for the aloof, refined Diana, who at first seems to absolutely detest her but soon warms under the tropical sun. As a unique and steamy connection sizzles and the two begin sneaking around, Val wonders if she's finally found the love she's been looking for in the most unexpected of places. But can their spark last, and is it worth what it will cost them?
WARNING: This story contains mature themes such as depictions of domestic abuse and coercion that may be upsetting to some readers. Reader discretion is advised.