Written Between the Pages Series by Monica Walters, T. Key

Have you ever wondered why some people in the church can be so mean, judgmental, and holier than thou? Raquel Brooks finds out first-hand when at the tender age of fifteen, her life takes a drastic turn. She grows up, living a sheltered life, thanks to her mother, being naïve to the ways of the world. Due to that, her eyes are closed to the fact that going to church doesn't make a person holy. She learns that from her own parents, then from members at the church she goes to... moreHave you ever wondered why some people in the church can be so mean, judgmental, and holier than thou? Raquel Brooks finds out first-hand when at the tender age of fifteen, her life takes a drastic turn. She grows up, living a sheltered life, thanks to her mother, being naïve to the ways of the world. Due to that, her eyes are closed to the fact that going to church doesn't make a person holy. She learns that from her own parents, then from members at the church she goes to. Raquel's life is nothing short of a roller coaster ride, filled with sadness, depression, but most of all, her desire to be loved. Things happen that could be detrimental to Raquel's future, but she refuses to give up. There is one particular person that needs her to keep her sanity. So, Raquel is determined to succeed, despite the circumstances. Will she be able to overcome adversity or will the people that's supposed to mean her the most good, contribute to her downfall? less

Matters of the heart used to be so simple. There was one woman that I’d been in love with for ten years. She didn’t feel the same way and I knew that. Then suddenly things changed. She finally came around, but something, or rather someone threatened that. Jaida Justine Lewis Our connection is so unexpected, so raw, so spiritual. I can’t for the life of me resist her. As a high-profile, Grammy nominated rapper, I could have any woman I wanted, but I don’t operate like that... moreMatters of the heart used to be so simple. There was one woman that I’d been in love with for ten years. She didn’t feel the same way and I knew that. Then suddenly things changed. She finally came around, but something, or rather someone threatened that. Jaida Justine Lewis Our connection is so unexpected, so raw, so spiritual. I can’t for the life of me resist her. As a high-profile, Grammy nominated rapper, I could have any woman I wanted, but I don’t operate like that. My heart should only be for one, but somewhere along the way, that changed. Being raised in the church afforded me to have high moral standards, but this... It’s one of the most difficult decisions I’ve made, but it was also the easiest, if that makes sense. After dealing with the demons in my past and overcoming life and career threatening obstacles, I know who my heart is for. Hearts get broken, but they also get mended. Time heals wounds, and love prevails when all seems lost. At least that’s what my mind says. Tell my heart that, though. less