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

The partners decided that Karl would have to pack up and leave with a referral for a position at Hardwick, Lyons, and Pumpernell that would surely earn him a better salary. Karl also had to play ball and sign a not-so-standard non-compete contract stipulating that he wouldn't take any clients or sue anyone from the firm. 


As Martier got into Tim's car later that day, she couldn't keep from smiling. She peeked at him and found his face peaceful.


"Martier, do you know how to drive?" Tim asked.


What a question. Where did that come from? "Yes. I have a driver's license. Why?"


"I left my bike parked in Kentucky. I want you to drive my car back home while I drive the bike back."


Martier twisted her fingers. "I haven't driven in years, Tim."


He smiled, leaned forward, and kissed her lips lightly. "You drive." He got out of the car while she was still breathless from the kiss. 


She exchanged places with him and sighed. 


Chapter 56