Kirjahaku

What happens when one family is plagued with physical, sexual and emotional abuse generation after generation? In this first installment, you will laugh, cry and grow angry as you become acquainted with the Monroe women. Will the cycle of abuse ever be broken?Autumn is an attractive sixteen-year-old girl who has always looked after her drug addicted mother, as well as her younger sister Wintress. Wise beyond her years, Autumn never loses focus of what is truly important...her family. While she should be focusing on parties, dating and hanging out with friends, Autumn is unable to enjoy the simplicities of her teenage years. Instead, she spends her time playing mother to Autumn, searching endlessly in crack houses for her dope fiend mother and escaping into her world of writing poetry. Her entire world came crashing down one day as she and her sister witnessed the brutal murder of their mother. The death of her mother led to a chain of unfortunate events that tested her will, faith, sanity and even her will to live at times. Come join Autumn on her journey to ensure that she and Autumn are never separated as they enter the injustices of the foster system. Celeste Monroe, better known as Cee Cee has endured insurmountable mental and physical abuse at the hands of both her mother and father. While most mothers would give their life to protect their child, Cee Cee's mother used her to shield the attacks that were once directed towards her. She eventually became a participant. From the outside looking in, Cee Cee appeared to have it all. She was raised in a middle class two parent home. Both of her parents were successful and money was never an issue. Cee Cee appeared to be an All-American girl. However, underneath the phony smiles and straight A's, Cee Cee was no stranger to hunger pains, broken bones and humiliation. She had big dreams to one day move as far away from her sadistic parents as possible. The only escape from her torment was her beloved best friend Alicia and eventually a handsome boy named Eli. Cee Cee, however will soon learn that all that glitters, isn't gold. Alicia, Cee Cee's best friend is spoiled rotten by her loving mother. There is nothing that Alicia asks for that she doesn't get. Soon after discovering that she is pregnant by her boyfriend Mike, Alicia realizes that she has been sleeping with a complete stranger. Mike has been living a double life...one of which Alicia wants no parts of. Unfortunately for Alicia, Mike isn't ready to let go. Mike would rather see Alicia dead and buried before he allows another man get close to her or his unborn child. Being raised by a single father wasn't always easy for Gladys. It is difficult not to blame yourself for your mother dying while giving birth to you. She was the apple of her father's eye until he allowed himself to be swept up into the treacherous world of heroin. The most helpless feeling in the world is having to sit back and watch the ones you love die slowly. It's enough to make one wish they could alter the future or at least control a person's free will. Read as these courageous women battle life's many obstacles. Will they conquer their cycles of abuse, despair and hopelessness or will they continue on their journey to nowhere?

The women are at it again Alicia narrowly survived the vicious attack she endured at the hands of Mike's jealous ex Tamar and her friend during the final trimester of her pregnancy. Tensions are at an all-time high as everyone waits anxiously to see if her unborn child will pull through as well. Mike is still pressuring Alicia to rekindle their flame despite his many infidelities, STIs and abusive ways. He is still unwilling to take no for an answer. After his relentless pursuit for her affections, Alicia finally gives Mike an ultimatum. She will take him back under the condition that he murders Tamar and her accomplice...or he needs to leave her alone for good. Gladys digs deep and reveals a lot of painful secrets regarding her past with both Omar and Lukas. Despite her attempts to focus on her studies, she is sidetracked not once, but twice by the men in her life. She will find herself losing that of which she values the most in the world. She will also learn the true meaning of a wolf in sheep clothing.Just when the chips all seemed to be falling into place, Celeste is given a harsh dose of reality. She had never had it easy however; never in a million years did she imagine her destiny manifesting itself the way it had. Circumstances had her questioning if anyone in her inner circle was who they seemed to be. Hell, she even questioned her own identity once she found herself spiraling into the insatiable world of drug addiction.Autumn is undeniably a mega-sister. She continues to offer herself to Don whenever he wants in the hopes of soon reuniting with her sister. After a deal goes bad, Don finds himself forced to reveal a shocking secret that will throw Autumn for a loop. Although Autumn is given all the material possessions that she could ever want, she still longs for the love that only her sister can give. She eventually finds some comfort in her best friend MaDonna, but ultimately that relationship will leave her confused, scared and questioning her own sexually.

From an early age, Tyler Reynolds has felt different. Being the descendent of both slaves and slave masters, he has always struggled to fit in. Tyler has never been fully accepted by the black or white community due to his roots. Born to a single mother who passes for white in a small town in Georgia, Tyler and his younger sister Amber are taught that light complexions and colored eyes held the key to opening opportunities that others weren't privy to. Unfortunately, unlike Amber, Tyler is the product of rape and has inherited his father's prominent features. Tyler's mother works long hard hours as a housekeeper for a prominent family in a nearby town. While she showers her children with material things when her finances allow, her hectic work schedule often leaves her two children left to fend for themselves. Throughout his childhood, Tyler feels like a burden to his mother. His very presence blemishes her reputation in their community. In her absence, Tyler's mother fails to notice his dark turn. Tyler experiences strong urges in which he finds himself struggling to keep suppressed. Eventually he gives in to his temptation; however his overwhelming guilt has him vowing to never defy his better judgement again. Somehow Tyler managed to honor the vow he made to himself...that is until he met the beautifully alluring Layla Montgomery. She was everything a guy could ever ask for. She was intelligent, a hard worker, insatiable lover, maintained a tidy home, was humbly grounded and most importantly she accepted him entirely. It isn't until after Tyler and Layla elope that she reveals a secret about herself. A secret that can potentially ruin everything that Tyler has been working hard to avoid. Will Tyler and Layla's marriage survive the storm brewing their way or will their romance end as quickly as it began?

From an early age, Tyler Reynolds has felt different. Born to a single mother who passes for white in a small town in Georgia, Tyler and his younger sister Amber are taught that light complexions and colored eyes held the key to opening opportunities that others weren't privy to. Throughout his childhood, Tyler feels like a burden to his mother. His very presence blemishes her reputation in their community. Somehow Tyler managed to honor the vow he made to himself...that is until he met the beautifully alluring Layla Montgomery. She was everything a guy could ever ask for. She was intelligent, a hard worker, insatiable lover, maintained a tidy home, was humbly grounded and most importantly she accepted him entirely. It isn't until after Tyler and Layla elope that she reveals a secret about herself. A secret that can potentially ruin everything that Tyler has been working hard to avoid. Will Tyler and Layla's marriage survive the storm brewing their way or will their romance end as quickly as it began?

Merlon Hilton who everyone affectionately called Junior grew up in a home that most would envy. He along with his two siblings Aimee and Jonah enjoyed a charmed life which stemmed from the fruits of their parents hard labor. Junior has always been on the softer side and knew early on that he was...different. Even as a child, Junior realized that he lusted after male classmates; well one in particular. Growing up with an Army Officer for a father was not an easy feat. Junior was often reminded that he was to represent the family name proudly. He and his father often butted heads and rarely saw eye to eye. Junior tried his hardest to please his father, even at the cost of losing himself at times. Corey is a handsome jock who grew up on the wrong side of the track. Living in the projects, he is often subjected to abuse at the hands of his drug addicted mother's pimp. He often comes to school starving and in clothes that are tattered and much too small. Corey however, dreams big and never loses sight of his goal. He knows that one day his luck will finally change. Unfortunate circumstances forces Corey to cross paths with Junior and the two soon become inseparable. The problem is that Corey is unwilling to admit and accept his feelings for Junior.Join Junior on his quest to find love, acceptance and purpose. Junior will suffer many losses and heartbreaks throughout his journey. Will he ever meet Mr. Right?

Join Junior on his quest to find love, acceptance and purpose. Junior will suffer many losses and heartbreaks throughout his journey. Will he ever meet Mr. Right?

The incredibly sexy Carlton twins, Kyle and Lyle have always been extremely close. While it was difficult to differentiate between the two as children, they couldn't be more different as adults. Kyle is extremely outspoken, arrogant, rude and never afraid to go after what he wants. He loves tattoos, dreads, fast cars and pretty women...especially those belonging to his identical brother Lyle. Lyle on the other hand is more quiet and reserved. He doesn't like needles and sports his hair in a low-cut fade. The brothers seemingly have it all and feel that their bond is unbreakable. That is until Julissa walked into both of their lives. While both men were immediately enamored with the mocha colored beauty, Lyle's tender demeanor quickly wins over her affections. Besides Kyle is already in a situation with Julissa's gorgeous best friend Amethyst. Much like the twins, the besties couldn't be more different. Amethyst is vain, entitled and materialistic while Julissa is no stranger to hard work and embraces her natural beauty. Unbeknownst to everyone, Kyle patiently takes his position and secretly lusts over Julissa from the sidelines. What many don't know is that Lyle has a horrible temper when pushed and harbors several secrets. Secrets that have the potential to chase Julissa away forever.

The Carlton twins are back at it Although both Kyle and Julissa are well aware of the burning chemistry between them, they try their hardest to ignore their feelings for one another. That is until one drunken evening after Julissa discovers Lyle's double life. Soon after her forbidden affair with Kyle, Julissa finds out that she is pregnant. Kyle is convinced that the baby that Julissa is carrying is his and she isn't too sure that he is wrong. Their betrayal threatens to ruin all of the people closest to them and leads to a domino effect of unfortunate events that will even prove deadly for some of the major players. Both Julissa and Kyle struggle to fight their attractions to one another while hiding their deep dark secrets from their significant others. Will they be able to resist their lust or will their affair end in a war between brothers? Between best friends?