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Caged Bird
Daughter of a prostitute, young Serena somehow managed to survive the physical and mental abuse that resulted from her mother bringing her work home. Eventually raised by a loving, adoptive family, Serena’s life seems to finally be in order but as she matures, the emotional scars of her past continue to keep her from enjoying normal activities and having meaningful relationships.
Too timid to date in high school, failed college relationships depleted her self esteem, further convincing Serena that men only have one thing on their mind. When her sister marries and her best friend becomes engaged, Serena is ecstatic for them, but inwardly jealous because she can’t see herself ever finding the same joy. Her mistrust for men feels permanently etched in her mind and after all, who would want this damaged girl as a mate?
She finally meets Eli, a handsome, intelligent man who falls deeply in love with her. He is unlike any man who has ever crossed her path. Despite her reservations, she finds herself unable to resist him and cautiously allows the relationship to bloom. Now that he has proposed, Serena must either find the strength to overcome her fears or risk losing the man of her dreams. Is love truly enough to conquer all or will the emotional demons of her tortured childhood hold her captive in her mental prison and keep her from realizing her dreams?
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Caged Emotions
After their honeymoon, Eli and Serena’s married life gets off to a start that any couple would envy. But success involves challenges and all too soon, Serena finds herself dealing with more skeletons from her abusive past.
Eli is supportive as he has always been, but the big changes in his business and personal life encompass distractions that range from the temptation of infidelity to family dysfunction. Serena repeatedly struggles to find ways to cope and fears she is becoming a liability. When Serena feels that she’s no longer the center of Eli’s world, she wonders whether she can survive or if her marriage will crumble at her feet.
When one final unwanted surprise threatens Serena’s emotional and physical security, she has to dig deep within herself to find the confidence to face the answers she doesn't want to hear.
Captive Hearts
Kendra Logan is a Child Protective Services caseworker who has dedicated her life to helping innocent children who need a voice of protection. Widowed when her husband was killed in a fire, she has battled her own personal tragedy and made maintaining a normal life for herself and her son a priority. Without warning, Kendra is the target of several threats after vindictive clients filled with rage have vowed revenge after losing custody. They lash out at Kendra, then one of them commits a despicable act which sends her reeling back into turmoil and overwhelms her with terror.
Tyler Caldwell is a police detective who has worked with Kendra on cases for many years. Now he wants nothing more than to solve the crime and restore order to her life. When unexpected romance blooms in the midst of the chaos, Tyler finds himself in the awkward position of trying to balance his professionalism and personal feelings in order to focus on finding the perpetrator. The motivation for Tyler’s unyielding determination to bring Kendra’s world back into focus is challenged by members of the task force leaving her to wonder if she’ll ever have peace and security in her life again and whether there is any hope for she and Tyler when and if the crisis is resolved.
Ruse in Renata
Amber Hughes is beautiful, intelligent, and she’s a savvy business woman. Often pursued by men, few ever merited a second look, especially after she broke up with her college sweetheart, Chase Powell. After years of separation, Chase locates Amber, convinces her to give him another chance, and their romance not only revives their past but escalates to new levels.
Amber owns and operates a successful real estate agency, but also moonlights as a consultant for Caribbean Sands Resorts. Now Amber’s boss, Peter Sloan, a high powered business mogul who is used to getting everything he wants, has set his sights on having her as more than just a colleague.
Just as Peter is about to make his move, he discovers that Amber has accepted Chase’s marriage proposal. Undeterred by their commitment, Peter vows to eliminate the competition and steal Amber’s heart by whatever means necessary. Amber unwittingly finds herself in danger, Chase is suddenly gone, and Sloan’s twisted plot may succeed in separating them… forever.
Devil's Advocate
Tristan Hart is looking forward to the best season of his career until fate steps in and changes everything. Already frustrated and depressed when Brandi Lloyd enters the picture, he can’t believe the coaching staff is entrusting his arduous rehab to a woman.
Confident in her abilities, Brandi has a no nonsense approach to her therapeutic procedures and seems unaffected by Tristan’s superstar status. Tristan quickly appreciates her attention to the details of his injury, feels guilty for snubbing her, and finds himself wondering about the woman hiding beneath her hard-nosed façade.
Questions about their relationship naturally arise among the other players because Brandi works intensely with Tristan in close quarters. When they are suddenly embroiled in a scandal teeming with malicious accusations, they must fight to defend their honor and Tristan discovers that Brandi understands more than just what it takes to get him back on the field.
Return of My Adonis
Since the unexpected death of her husband Tiffany West has been alone, discouraged by the few dates she’s entertained which have been disappointing at best. To further complicate life, her teenage son’s inability to cope rationally with his grief has created a frustrating, potentially dangerous home life for she and her daughters.
Without warning, Tiffany crosses paths with college boyfriend Brandon Michaels. After an intense up and down relationship as young adults, a devastating mistake cost them everything and they have both survived painful emotional tragedies that have plagued their individual lives since their separation.
Tiffany is confused and afraid of the intense emotions that arise as they reacquaint themselves, but Brandon is determined to win her heart. Soon a terrifying situation forces her to acknowledge her feelings. Is it just a physical attraction between long lost lovers, or can they overcome the past and endure their challenges to find true love a second time...?