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

As he held her in his arms he decided that he wouldn't ruin the moment by putting his foot into his mouth. Unfortunately he did have to remove himself from her arms. 


"Sorry, honey. I have to make a brief appearance at the conference." He checked his watch. "No more than four hours and then …" He placed a soft kiss on her nose. "Then I'm all yours." 


Martier shivered at his words. "Um, should I come with you?" 


"No, not today. Tomorrow I'll need you for a bit and the next day at the end." He wrapped his arms around her waist. "Why don't you call Claudette and see what the ladies will be doing while the guys are away?"


She didn't have to do that. After Tim left, she unpacked their things and was exploring the bathroom when the room phone rang.


"Naughty girl …" Claudette's teasing voice rang out.


Martier chuckled. "And I suppose you're referring to my housing arrangement?"


Chapter 64