Pepper writes stories that span the gamut from humorous to heartfelt, however the common theme is crossing boundaries. Pepper's unique stories often tackle taboo topics such as mental illness and homelessness. Readers will find themselves questioning their own sense of right and wrong, attraction and desire.
In addition to writing, the author is also an artist, an introverted recluse, a self proclaimed empath and a foodie. Pepper Pace can be contacted at: 
pepperpace.author@yahoo.com

Jane used to have a different name, a different life—but that was before she was rescued from the refugee camp after the Rwandan genocide and brought to the convent to be raised. Now she is being dismissed, told to go out into the world. 

Tim Singleton lost his wife to breast cancer less than a year ago and yet the pain and anger is still fresh in his mind. When Corrine died, so did Tim’s faith…so when he received the call from the convent, Tim isn’t quite sure why he agreed to help the young African girl with a job. 

She didn’t quite fit in with the others at the law firm that wore thousand dollar Chanel suits while her clothes were picked with care from the donation bin at the church. At nearly six feet tall, the shy girl tried to become invisible in the hectic world around her. But if her ill-fitting clothes didn’t draw attention to her, then it was a beauty that couldn’t be hidden so easily.

Soon Jane sees Tim as not only her benefactor, but her one true love. But can Tim finally open up and allow someone else touch his heart? Can he forget their difference in race and age? And more importantly, would being with him mean the loss of her innocence?


A Seal Upon Your Heart

Aaron didn't answer for so long that Tim was unsure if he had even heard him. He took a sip of his drink and met Tim's eyes. "I guess I didn't think I'd fall in love."


Tim wasn't sure what to say. Aaron was older and from a different time. But times had changed.


When he and Aaron parted ways, Priscilla found her way back to him. She pressed a fresh beer into his hands.


"It looks like dinner's served," Priscilla said. "Shall we?" 


He took her arm and smiled. "Yes, I'm starving."


Jakob and Elaina had hired someone to grill the steaks and chicken. As he ate, Tim wondered what Martier was having for supper. Even though it was early evening he decided to head back home and maybe salvage some of the day. 


Priscilla seemed disappointed until they exchanged numbers. And as Tim drove home he felt a nagging guilt that he didn't want to date her. There was absolutely nothing wrong with the woman. She just didn't hold his interest. 


Chapter 37