No Way Forward

 

Novette Kagen walked away from the man she loved and the comfortable life she knew. She lived beneath the radar for five years until her dad's right hand man found her. With Zaid Sutherland's return into her life, Novette is reminded of how much she loves him. While she learns that Zaid loves her as much as she loves him, the reasons she left home are still a wall between them.

Novette's dad wants to control her life like he controls everything and everyone around him. He's ruthless and won't see reason. Novette wants to run again with Zaid, but Zaid is loyal to her dad. Zaid protects a secret that could destroy Novette's world.

After Novette is almost killed because of her dad's work, Zaid must make a move. But how can they build a life together when there is no way forward?

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The Bribe and the Baby

This book is the sequel to Planning His Wedding. We met Neena in book one. She's Shona's best female friend. We also saw but didn't talk to her hero, Willem, in book one.

Willem was born and raised in Holland, The Netherlands. Normally when I write about a foreign hero, I include lots of dialogue in their native tongue. Willem's mother tongue is Dutch, but I have him speak only one word in Dutch in this story. His dad speaks one word as well.

I chose to limit the foreign language because when I considered reading a previous book for audio, I found I can't pronounce (*read don't have a clue how to pronounce*) words in other languages that I haven't learned. I thought I would simplify my life. And honestly, I'm not sure whether the words get on your last nerve. Lol.

Anyway, the blurb and links to purchase are below.

The Bribe and the Baby

Willem betrayed Neena, and Neena betrayed him right back. Then she left town pregnant with his baby. When she returns four years later, she claims her son isn't his. Not even her best friend Shona believes her, but Neena is closed-mouthed about her life while she was gone. She's determined to start over and leave the past behind.

When Willem learns about Neena's son, he's determined to find out if the boy is his. He made mistakes four years ago that he regrets, but he won't let Neena push him away because of them. He will show her what she meant to him then and what she means to him now.

Willem's family didn't stay out of their business four years ago, and they refuse to stay quiet now. Manipulation and interference almost destroyed Neena and Willem. The Visser family is powerful and will do whatever is necessary to protect their own.

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An Audio of Planning His Wedding Chapter One

Just for fun, here is chapter one of Planning His Wedding.

Working Title: The Bribe and the Baby

I'm not certain of this title yet, and neither am I finished working this blurb. You can get an idea of what I'm thinking about though. Here's a sneak peek at the sequel to Planning His Wedding:

 

The Bribe and the Baby

Willem betrayed Neena, and Neena betrayed him right back. Then she left town pregnant with his baby. When she returns four years later, she claims her son isn't his. Not even her best friend Shona believes her.

When Willem learns about Neena's son, he's determined to find out if the boy is his, even if it means rekindling things between them. Willem's family didn't stay out of their business four years ago, and they refuse to stay quiet now. They want Neena's son, but she'll fight to protect him. She refuses to let Willem hurt her again or forgive the mistakes of the past.

Coming in late January/February.

Planning His Wedding

 Y'all! The last few weeks have been a CHALLENGE! My computer has been having problems for a long time, and I kept dealing with it. I'm talking about running really slow. Then it got to the point where I had to reinstall the operating system.

Then it stopped working.

I tried to reinstall the OP again, and guess what. I deleted my whole harddrive by mistake! SOB!!!! Plus, I hadn't backed up my computer in over a year. So I lost all the books and covers I had written and created since then, in addition to half of a book I had plotted. Well, I always upload a book to my Google Drive. (The half plot is gone forever.)

I lost Photoshop, which I use to create covers. (Rolling on the floor sucking thumb like an infant. ) So if you think my current cover is questionable in quality, I'm sorry. I'm learning a new program because Photoshop costs a fortune if you don't want a monthly charge to use it.

Anywho, enough whining. Here is my latest book. I hope you enjoy it.

Planning His Wedding

Shona Wells and Micah Reed have been friends since college. Everyone knows Shona loves Micah, but what does Micah feel for her? When Micah announces to Shona that he's getting married, she's shocked and hurt. She never thought he would step up to the plate with anyone--least of all the skank he's been dating.

Things get worse when his fiancee asks Shona to help her plan the wedding. Shona wants to say no, but how can she explain to her best friend that she can't support him during one of the most important times of his life? They've cried through the loss of a parent and laughed together through silly movies. Why can't Micah see her as more than a friend?

What Shona doesn't know is Micah has a secret--a big one he's kept from her for more than a decade. He can't marry her. The only option is to choose someone else. He knows he shouldn't ask her to help plan his wedding to another woman. Everyone knows Shona loves him, and he's seen it for years. They can't be together because of his secret. Although his heart is breaking, he'll do what he has to do.

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Now Available: Unacceptable

 

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There are two things Jazelle loves in life—her business and her best friend. Although she’s in the friend zone, she would jump at a chance to marry Min Ki. Jazelle wishes for more, but she’s happy—until tragedy strikes. Her best friend is gone, and in his place is his cousin, Joon Park.

Joon could never understand the fun and fulfillment Jazelle and Min Ki had running their furniture refurbishing business. Joon is too serious to be creative, but he’s inherited half of Jazelle’s business. He’s opinionated and stubborn, and Jazelle just wants him gone.

Jazelle isn’t the only one with a broken heart. With time, she learns that Min Ki wasn’t everything she thought he was, and Joon is so much more than she could believe.

Blended Blues

Hello, my friends and readers,

I hope your new year is going well! It's been a few months since I put out a book. I had a few health challenges and had to have surgery. I thought I was going to get this latest book done in time. Unfortunately, the closer I got to my surgery date, the more anxious I became. I couldn't make myself reach my deadline.

My idea this time is to explore a relationship where the man is a bit jaded and gun-shy. He's been hurt almost to the point of destroying his belief in women. Cameron had concentrated on raising his daughter, and he's done great. Well, sort of. He's a little too soft on his smart-mouthed preteen.

Zakkiyah has also been hurt, but she's kind of approaching her challenges a different way. She's wild, unpredictable, and all about fun. That is, until she's called into court to settle a custody dispute for her infant nephew. Zakkiyah doesn't seem like she'd ever make a good mom. I mean throughout the book, she sticks to her offbeat ways.

I think Blended Blues could be an enjoyable read for you. Check out the blurb below. Also, if you would like to see me tackle a subject you've never seem me write, please, by all means, contact me. I might be open to try something new. Of course, I have my own preferences, as you've probably gathered over the years.

I like heroines who don't have it all together because let's face it, most of us don't have it all together. I like to think that right in the midst of making our lives work, we find that One Man, who's just for us.

Did I ever tell you, readers? I got married a little over a year ago myself. My sweet husband is so wonderful too. Don't get me wrong, marriage is a challenge. When you know you've chosen well and right, you stand through it all. I'm happy!

Okay, without further ado, here's Blended Blues. Ladies and gentleman, please note I'm using an affiliate link below. If you click on it and buy something, you aren't charged extra. I make a tiny (super tiny!!) commission. Thanks for clicking and buying anyway. I much appreciate you! :o)

- Tress

 

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Zakiyyah Watts lives life on her own terms. She loves to have a good time, and she works hard to be able to afford her lifestyle of never letting anything tie her down. Everything changes when she finds herself in court fighting for custody of her late twin sister’s son. Kiyyah never wanted to be a mom. She doesn’t know what it’s like to have a family that’s always there.

In walks Cameron Dean, sheriff of a small town and ranch owner. The rigid and uncompromising single dad can’t understand a woman like Kiyyah. She’s irresponsible, and she reminds Cam of his ex-wife, who abandoned him and their young daughter. Despite knowing Kiyyah could never make a good mother, Cam decides the best way to care for the baby is to share custody with Kiyyah.

Cam didn’t count on how much of a temptation Kiyyah is. She’s wild and beautiful, stubborn and sexy—and she interferes in his life at every turn. He tries to deny what his heart and body is telling him. Then he begins to see the real woman, the person who is just as lonely and vulnerable as he is. When the situation gets desperate, Cam must step up or risk losing the best thing that’s ever happened to him.