LACEY  The call ends, and I force myself into a sports bra and joggers from one of the brands I endorse. I throw on a cap, hoping it screams stay…

Chapter 137  But maybe forever just means “until you’re too broken to love.”  Just when I’m about to give in  –  go and sink beneath the water forever  —  when…

Chapter 136  LACEY  TW: Depression, suicidal thoughts and behaviour. Please proceed with care.  I’m so tired.  Not the kind of tired sleep can fix.  The kind that lives in your…

+15 BONUS  A tear slipped down Jacklyn’s cheek, maybe because the sadness was too much to bear. She turned her head, roughly wiping it away with her hand.  Rebecca’s voice…

Chapter 45  +15 BONUS  The violent crash and the screech of tires were so loud that they nearly burst Jacklyn’s eardrums. She slowly opened her eyes.  Owen’s car was crushed…

Chapter 44  +15 BONUS  Rebecca hadn’t spoken to Penelope in days, so she decided to call. “So, Penelope, how’s life with my future son–in–law?”  Penelope’s voice wavered, thick with unshed…

Chapter48  Xavier’s POV  ”  Strip”  I spoke and she freezes. Her innocent almond shape eyes widen and I couldn’t help look at her lips that have opened with a gasp. …

My cheeks were flaring red like beetroot. Lips plump. I tear my eyes up to look at him and my heart stops.  His eyes were dark, looking at me with…

Chapter46  Sierra’s pov  The woman staring back at me in the mirror didn’t look like me. She was scarred. One side of my face… it was…  I feel tears sting…

In the afternoon, Sadie packed her dress and prepared to leave for the place Nick had recommended. Nick said, “Sady, we still have something on in the afternoon, so we…