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

Emma strolled through the photos admiring her brother Austin and sister-in-law Madison. She was glowing six months into her pregnancy. Emma especially loved the pictures of her brother Austin Jr. touching Madison’s stomach. She was ecstatic to see them happy and mending their marriage one step at a time. “It must be the babies,” Emma thought. She believed the babies rooted, grounded, and transformed her brother’s marriage. As Emma continued to smile looking through the photos on her phone, Olivia walked in watching her friend curiously. 


“What’s up?” Olivia asked crashing on the bed next to her. 


“My brother and his wife. They look so happy together,” Emma said showing her the pictures/ 


“Wow, your brother is fine,” Olivia stated admiring the photos closely. 


“They make a beautiful couple,” Olivia said looking more closely at Madison too. 


“I agree. The babies are going to be beautiful. I can’t wait to meet Abigail and Benjamin,” Emma indicated. 


Chapter 48- Defining Relationships