Jasmine Patterson is tired of the lies and deceit of her family. She has played nice for far too long and held back a volcano of emotions that is ready to explode. Everyone in her family loves to cover up the truth and operate with hidden agendas and ulterior motives. Enough is Enough and she refuses to hide behind fear and lies. After finally giving her heart to Jesus, she went through years of hurt and pain that tormented her for far too long. As Jasmine slowly heals from her past wounds, she meets a co-worker Austin Harris who falls for her fire and beauty. Jasmine fights the insecurities of being unworthy of his love due to her past. Will Jasmine give love a chance or be bound by her family secrets?

Shattered Hearts, Hidden Truths: A Story of Love and Redemption

The silence in the room was shocking after Abigail told Emma’s family that she was raped at the party one month ago. Her siblings all felt their problems were insignificant after learning the truth about Emma. 


Jasmine felt her heart break as tears clouded her eyes. She never wanted her children to experience the shame and stigma of rape after what she experienced as a child. Austin Sr. closed his eyes devastated leaning against the wall for support. Jasmine felt as if she had failed her baby and all her children who kept so much hidden from her for far too long. Austin Sr. saw her face turn pale and he knew all of these revelations were too much for her. Jasmine started gasping for breath going into a panic attack. 


“Honey, breathe,” Austin Sr. said guiding her to take a seat. “Mom,” Katlin said concerned she and her brothers ran to their mother's side. 


Chapter 32- Discovering the truth about the rape