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

When they walked back to their room, Martier decided that tonight she would make love to Tim. She loved the way he caused her body to almost explode out of control with his tongue and fingers, but it wasn't complete.


They prepared for bed, chatting about the restaurant. While she brushed her teeth, she looked over at Tim at the other sink brushing his teeth. Despite the toothpaste foam, she could see that he was smiling. Yes, she could get used to this. 


The couple undressed and climbed into bed. Tim pulled her into his arms. "Martier …"


"Hmm …" she hummed as she rubbed the soft hairs on his torso. 


"Honey, I want to talk to you about something."


She looked into his eyes. "Is something wrong?"


"No, sweetheart." He pulled her closer and kissed her brow. "I am … curious about how you felt about what we've been doing."


Chapter 69