I've got a story to tell - my story. It won’t always be a happy one, but I’m afraid that notion just isn't feasible, given my situation. You see, I’m a slave – I have been since the day I was born. Being a slave has had bearing on every aspect of my life, so clearly I am limited in my ability to tell you anything but an often tragic and heartbreaking tale. There have been moments of triumph for me, and I’ll tell you about those too. But, understand that for someone like me, victory usually comes at a cost higher than most people would be willing pay. This story is about my struggle to gain and maintain an identity without even really knowing who I wanted to be. \\\This is a novella of about 34,000 words. The follow-up novel, Backlash, is coming soon!\\\ Author's Note: This novella, while fictitious, is set in the antebellum South of the United States. Every effort has been made to deliver a tale true to the time. This story contains scenes of violence, non-consensual and dubiously consensual sexual activity, as well as strong language.

This is the second and final book in the Whiplash series. Ruby's made her decision, and now Julian will have to reckon with it. Hidden motives, deep family secrets, and ultimate redemption will all play a part in the backlash. Note: Much like Whiplash, this book is completely fictitious and contains graphic violence, scenes of violent rape, and strong language. It's not intended for readers under 18 years of age or readers who may be offended by the depiction of the aforementioned elements.