Stay, stay, stay…Nicki first uttered those words when her mother abandoned her sixteen years ago. Left to be raised by her workaholic dad, she learned to rely on herself, keeping the walls around her heart high. Even as she released novel after novel, her readers couldn’t know the real person behind the pages. And maybe that was for the best, everyone she let in disappointed her anyway. That is until she crossed paths with Denver.Denver had said those same three words when his wife walked away, leaving him to raise their daughter on his own. He was happy with the way things were, except for the past that still haunted him. Yet, when he met Nicki… he realized she was the missing piece. Denver thought he knew the real Nicki, but when her past unexpectedly comes to light, he begins to question everything.Will love be enough to make him stay?** Trigger Warning: While this story is fictional, it contains strong elements that may be triggering for some. Because it contains spoilers, they won't be listed here. They can be found in the back of the book or readers are welcome to contact me personally for more info before proceeding. Life can be full of pain, trauma, and grief. But know that there is still hope. I hope this story meets you wherever you are in your story. You are not alone. Contact me at: www.delonnicole.com