Loving You Killed Me : A Domestic Violence Story

Ivy Shields never imagined that the phrase "God gives his toughest battles to his strongest soldiers" would apply to her. At nineteen, she was thriving at college on a full academic scholarship, her future mapped out with clear goals. But they say if you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans.

Ivy’s world comes crashing down when she receives the devastating news that her parents, Emerald and Evelyn, have died suddenly. The tragedy leaves her not only coping with grief but also with the responsibility of raising her little sister, Jade. Her once-promising future is put on hold as she navigates a harsh new reality—one where her father’s secret life has left them broke and homeless, forcing her to rely on distant relatives she barely knows. As she struggles to rebuild their lives, Ivy learns quickly that not all family can be trusted.

Josiah “Scar” Rubin is a name that commands respect in Philly. To high-class society, he’s a successful entrepreneur with many businesses. But beneath the surface, he’s the king of the underground, running gambling dens and escort services. Scar is driven by money and power; love and relationships are the last things on his mind, especially after a past heartbreak left him scarred. He’s sworn never to let another woman close enough to control his emotions again. But when Ivy walks into his office, Scar finds himself drawn to her in ways he never expected, even if having her means risking everything.

As Ivy’s life becomes entangled with Scar’s dangerous world, she struggles to tell friend from foe. In a life now filled with uncertainty, Ivy must decide whether Scar is her savior or her downfall. And as their connection deepens, she’ll face the ultimate What price is she willing to pay for love?