Nikki was once madly in love with Dwayne. There met in college and were inseparable ever since until he started hitting her. Now, at twenty-eight, she is trying to escape the tethers of the abusive relationship. After being found unconscious on the floor by her new friend Elijah, she has gotten away from Dwayne but it won’t be the last of him. Elijah comes to her rescue and tries to protect her from Dwayne but falls short. He wasn’t giving up that easy on Nikki. He had plans for her and it didn’t involve her being away from him. Little does he know, it will not end in his favor.Even after landing in jail, Elijah continues to try to protect Nikki. He will do anything for her. They have endured things together that changed them forever. Will these events cause a rift between them or bring them closer? Can Nikki find love and overcome her trust issues or will her next relationship be as detrimental and heart breaking as her last?**CAUTION TRIGGER WARNING** This book does contain abuse.