Madison Kennedy has always seen herself as damaged goods. Her ex-boyfriend, Richard, told her on a daily basis that she was worthless. After a tumultuous three year relationship, Maddie finally decided to leave behind the bruises and hurtful words only to find herself scared and alone. Five years have passed, and it still seems like yesterday. Cole Walker grew up in a household where it was okay to hit. His father used him, his mother, and sister as punching bags when he didn’t get his way. Cole learned early on that life wasn’t always fair. Aside from his best friend, Wes, no one knew his deepest secrets. He thought he’d never escape the nightmare until one day he decided to fight back. After several chance encounters, Cole and Maddie realize they have more in common than either one could have guessed, but both are afraid that if they open up they’ll scare the other away. Can two broken individuals find peace with each other? Can love heal a cracked soul? Will Cole’s secret past ultimately drive Maddie away? This book is recommended for readers 18 years or older. It contains adult content, profanity, and graphic sexual encounters.

Our lives are filled with moments… Some that define us, and some that change us. Madison Kennedy has been running from her past for years. She never thought any man could love her after Richard spent years tearing her down. Then she met Cole… Cole Walker did the unthinkable to protect his family, and has been carrying his secret deep inside himself since he was a teen. What happens when the one we love pushes us to open those long buried fears? Will it make us stronger? Will it break us farther? Will we fight for the future we deserve? Can Cole convince Maddie that she’s worth saving, or will fear step in and cause her to run? Find out in Saving Us.