Description
"Abuse is abuse, no matter how you disguise it." **warning: this book deals with serious topics that may be triggering for some readers such as verbal, physical, and sexual abuse. if this makes you uncomfortable or will put you in an unhealthy headspace, please DO NOT read. your health and happiness is more important to me than this story, so please listen to yourself and consider your personal boundaries** Caden Clarke deserves the world, with her sweet soul, gentle touches, and considerate ways. Unfortunately, she doesn't get that with Anthony- not even close. Yelling becomes constant and tears follow: bruises usually aren't that far behind. Manipulated into a twisted contract a year into their relationship, she feels overwhelmed by guilt and despair. A disastrous night out might be all Caden needs to open her eyes to what is truly going on in their relationship. Throw in some new friends and a handsome stranger, and Caden's life is about to take an unexpected turn.
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