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

She sat there quietly for a moment before calling Sister Louise. 


"Lindewe said that you had returned," Sister Louise said. "Are you okay, child?"


"Yes I am. I'd like to come and see you tomorrow if I can."


"I wanted to tell you about Rwanda, but I also think I have a plan for my future, Sister."


"That's good, Martier. We'll talk about it tomorrow." They set up a time.


Martier contemplated calling Tim but decided to wait. She didn't want to disturb him at the office again. She made coffee and was in the middle of cleaning out the refrigerator when she heard her doorbell ring. 


She turned down the radio and checked to see who was there. It was Tim. She opened the door with a smile. 


"Hi," He held a brown paper sack, and the contents smelled delicious. "I thought you might be hungry."


"Carryout from Shanghai Mama's. Sesame wings and spicy noodles and of course that salad you like with the ginger dressing."


Chapter 102