Whispers of Cedarbrook Series by K.T. Maddan

Tierney : As I fled my own engagement, determined to leave my past behind, I could still feel the lingering touch of my abuser's hands on my skin. In an Arkansas town, I spent a year rebuilding my self-worth and protecting my heart. The sanctuary I constructed with such care is now my sole possession.Elias: After five years in jail, I wanted to go back to my family and resume my normal life. But I faced an unexpected twist upon arrival... moreTierney : As I fled my own engagement, determined to leave my past behind, I could still feel the lingering touch of my abuser's hands on my skin. In an Arkansas town, I spent a year rebuilding my self-worth and protecting my heart. The sanctuary I constructed with such care is now my sole possession.Elias: After five years in jail, I wanted to go back to my family and resume my normal life. But I faced an unexpected twist upon arrival. A woman, full of fire and passion, had become intertwined with every part of my life. She stormed into my world like a tempest, her presence threatening to disrupt the peaceful life I yearned to rebuild.Together they must face their inner demons, the lurking shadows that cast a constant cloud over their lives. Allowing the protective walls they've meticulously built to crumble, leaving them exposed. less

She’s been mine since the moment I saw her. My demons called out to hers, recognizing her darknessMattWhen my low-life dad passed I didn't expect my inheritance to be his small-town dive bar. On that first night when I met Aria - she consumed me. The way she held her own. I studied her and she secretly became a part of me.  I’m fearful for her to discover the devil that stalks the shadows.  I’ve always been a drifter, following odd jobs and payouts, but I can’t seem to let her go... moreShe’s been mine since the moment I saw her. My demons called out to hers, recognizing her darknessMattWhen my low-life dad passed I didn't expect my inheritance to be his small-town dive bar. On that first night when I met Aria - she consumed me. The way she held her own. I studied her and she secretly became a part of me.  I’m fearful for her to discover the devil that stalks the shadows.  I’ve always been a drifter, following odd jobs and payouts, but I can’t seem to let her go. AriaWhen Matt showed up claiming his stake in The Bar, I didn’t believe him. Jimmy never mentioned having a son. It wasn’t terrible working for Matt but he was closed off and quiet.  I never expected something would ignite between us or that a mutual connection would lead me down a path that I thought I laid to rest years ago. less

If he is the king of lies, may I be his queen?EthanI spent half a decade protecting his precious little daughter until the day she killed me. A mistake she won't make again. My obsession, my duty, my wife. I am going to love bringing her to her knees.LilaI gave everything to him and he loved me in his own sick, dark, twisted way. The day I put a bullet in his chest, I shattered his heart in more ways than one, making me his prey. When he found me, I knew I would have to pay... moreIf he is the king of lies, may I be his queen?EthanI spent half a decade protecting his precious little daughter until the day she killed me. A mistake she won't make again. My obsession, my duty, my wife. I am going to love bringing her to her knees.LilaI gave everything to him and he loved me in his own sick, dark, twisted way. The day I put a bullet in his chest, I shattered his heart in more ways than one, making me his prey. When he found me, I knew I would have to pay. Just didn’t realize it would cost me my last name. less