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Broken Chains
π©πππππ πͺπππππ is a powerful mini-anthology about the harsh reality of domestic violence. In this book, you'll find two compelling stories that delve into the heart-wrenching choices both men and women sometimes face in the pursuit of love. This anthology is a heartfelt reminder that domestic violence is never acceptable.
In If I Perish, you will meet Rien, a young woman desperately trying to break free from the trauma of her past. Love is a trigger that awakens those dangerous emotions, and she finds herself continuing the cycle of violence. Rien must overcome years of hate and self-loathing to save her marriage and herself, but it may be too late.
Harmony Cross never imagined sheβd be a victim of domestic violence, yet here she is, ready to share her painful story. Her ten-year relationship with Clayton wasn't always filled with darkness, and Harmony couldn't fathom how a person could transition from affectionate to aggressive as Clayton had. That was something she would never understand.
Despite her best efforts to support Clayton in every way, it seems nothing she does is enough, leaving her trapped in a cycle of emotional, mental, and physical abuse. As she reaches her breaking point and is determined to break free from the chains Clayton has on her, she faces a tough decision. How far will Harmony go to finally find peace in her life, even if it means risking her own life in the process?
In If I Perish, you will meet Rien, a young woman desperately trying to break free from the trauma of her past. Love is a trigger that awakens those dangerous emotions, and she finds herself continuing the cycle of violence. Rien must overcome years of hate and self-loathing to save her marriage and herself, but it may be too late.
Harmony Cross never imagined sheβd be a victim of domestic violence, yet here she is, ready to share her painful story. Her ten-year relationship with Clayton wasn't always filled with darkness, and Harmony couldn't fathom how a person could transition from affectionate to aggressive as Clayton had. That was something she would never understand.
Despite her best efforts to support Clayton in every way, it seems nothing she does is enough, leaving her trapped in a cycle of emotional, mental, and physical abuse. As she reaches her breaking point and is determined to break free from the chains Clayton has on her, she faces a tough decision. How far will Harmony go to finally find peace in her life, even if it means risking her own life in the process?
124 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 30, 2023
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November 12, 2025
βοΈ 3.75/5
These short stories touch on some very sensitive topics β including mental, emotional, and physical abuse β so please read with care β οΈ
Overall, the collection was quite moving. Each story offered a glimpse into the struggle and strength it takes to come out of the storm. Both story truly broke my heart a bit, but they also left me feeling hopeful. I have so much admiration for the women who find the courage to walk away from harmful situations. ππͺ
These short stories touch on some very sensitive topics β including mental, emotional, and physical abuse β so please read with care β οΈ
Overall, the collection was quite moving. Each story offered a glimpse into the struggle and strength it takes to come out of the storm. Both story truly broke my heart a bit, but they also left me feeling hopeful. I have so much admiration for the women who find the courage to walk away from harmful situations. ππͺ
August 6, 2025
Broken Chains
This book brought back so many emotions for me when I read it. It was like stepping back into a time of horror of absolute chaos and despair and abuse. When I read this book it was true reality for me and I hope anyone reading this storyline and living in an environment of constant abuse please get out. There will always be lies that it want happen again or Ian sorry but you made me do it. You will get gifts along with every beating and verbal abuse. Each abusive behavior only gets worse. But God saved me and my child because she threw herself in front of me to keep me from getting shot. The gun jammed and didnβt go off. I had already called the police before I went home because he was acting erratic and he was arrested and I filed a restraining order of protection and I also filed for a divorce while he was in jail. If anyone is reading this and is in an abusive relationship please get out. Help is available National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233.
This book brought back so many emotions for me when I read it. It was like stepping back into a time of horror of absolute chaos and despair and abuse. When I read this book it was true reality for me and I hope anyone reading this storyline and living in an environment of constant abuse please get out. There will always be lies that it want happen again or Ian sorry but you made me do it. You will get gifts along with every beating and verbal abuse. Each abusive behavior only gets worse. But God saved me and my child because she threw herself in front of me to keep me from getting shot. The gun jammed and didnβt go off. I had already called the police before I went home because he was acting erratic and he was arrested and I filed a restraining order of protection and I also filed for a divorce while he was in jail. If anyone is reading this and is in an abusive relationship please get out. Help is available National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233.
January 13, 2024
Broken
These were two good stories about the horrors of domestic abuse. I nearly returned the book after starting the first story. It focused on parental abuse and to think that any mother would speak to her child in such a demeaning way was hard to fathom. It was a sad story with an encouraging ending after so much torture for those involved.
The second story focused on partner abuse. A lot of red flags were ignored until it was too late.
Fortunately, the women in these two stories became survivors. And I was glad that there were no knights in shining armor who came to rescue them. They knew to focus on themselves for healing and growth first.
These were two good stories about the horrors of domestic abuse. I nearly returned the book after starting the first story. It focused on parental abuse and to think that any mother would speak to her child in such a demeaning way was hard to fathom. It was a sad story with an encouraging ending after so much torture for those involved.
The second story focused on partner abuse. A lot of red flags were ignored until it was too late.
Fortunately, the women in these two stories became survivors. And I was glad that there were no knights in shining armor who came to rescue them. They knew to focus on themselves for healing and growth first.
November 6, 2023
Good Read
Domestic violence and abuse is very serious. Rien went through so much abuse at the hands of her mother. Had she been properly treated when Anne tried getting her therapy, her adult life would have been much better. Her marriage to Semaj would have been fine. She needed help with her past demons first. Harmony should have left Clay when he first suggested she send their son away. She should have never stayed around to endure the abuse. Things definitely got out of hand. Luckily, she survived. This was a good read.
Domestic violence and abuse is very serious. Rien went through so much abuse at the hands of her mother. Had she been properly treated when Anne tried getting her therapy, her adult life would have been much better. Her marriage to Semaj would have been fine. She needed help with her past demons first. Harmony should have left Clay when he first suggested she send their son away. She should have never stayed around to endure the abuse. Things definitely got out of hand. Luckily, she survived. This was a good read.
November 1, 2023
Survivors
Both of these stories will make the strongest of ppl shed a tear because this is reality for many men and women!!!...I was soooo excited to read these stories, but I was not ready for the emotions that came with it!!!...Stories of how verbal, mental and physical abuse effects ppl from the ppl that claim to love you!!!...
Both of these stories will make the strongest of ppl shed a tear because this is reality for many men and women!!!...I was soooo excited to read these stories, but I was not ready for the emotions that came with it!!!...Stories of how verbal, mental and physical abuse effects ppl from the ppl that claim to love you!!!...
November 9, 2023
Broken Chainsβ€β€
I once was a victim of domestic violence for 12 yrs and let me tell you. So many times I wanted to give up but all I thought about was who was gonna take care of my kids? Manipulation and a narcissistic a**hole is hard to get away from. Thank you ladies for writing this. Maybe it help someone. Thank you!!
I once was a victim of domestic violence for 12 yrs and let me tell you. So many times I wanted to give up but all I thought about was who was gonna take care of my kids? Manipulation and a narcissistic a**hole is hard to get away from. Thank you ladies for writing this. Maybe it help someone. Thank you!!
November 16, 2023
this was an ok read
So from the beginning you have no idea that your not just reading one story, this seems to be a collective of domestic abuse tales although the 2 Iβve read so far were hella heavy but ended with closure it would have been nice to know each book itβs only a few chapters.
Happy reading
So from the beginning you have no idea that your not just reading one story, this seems to be a collective of domestic abuse tales although the 2 Iβve read so far were hella heavy but ended with closure it would have been nice to know each book itβs only a few chapters.
Happy reading
November 1, 2023
wow
How could someone who claims they love you and turn around and ask you to sell your body so yβall could survive i couldnβt do it and he abused her any chance he could this was a damn good book let me know what not to do.
How could someone who claims they love you and turn around and ask you to sell your body so yβall could survive i couldnβt do it and he abused her any chance he could this was a damn good book let me know what not to do.
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November 9, 2023Deep
This was a deep read. So many women are going thru domestic violence and so many children are being abused but afraid to talk about it. I pray this book reaches many victim to help them come forward
This was a deep read. So many women are going thru domestic violence and so many children are being abused but afraid to talk about it. I pray this book reaches many victim to help them come forward
November 4, 2023
Tonya
Glad that she she was able to free of the Chains Clayton had on her she lot something. Leaving Grant in the past. So happy for her
Glad that she she was able to free of the Chains Clayton had on her she lot something. Leaving Grant in the past. So happy for her
January 30, 2024
Excellent
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I would recommend this book. I really enjoyed this book.
This book was good from the beginning to the end. I would recommend this book. I really enjoyed this book.
August 27, 2024
Wow!!! This was truly heartbreaking. These 2 short stories will tug at your heart stringsπ
September 26, 2024
Why
How is it and why is it that a woman can be broken and Still keep on keeping on, knowing she's no good to herself or no one else
How is it and why is it that a woman can be broken and Still keep on keeping on, knowing she's no good to herself or no one else
November 20, 2025
Two Amazing Shorts
Two great shorts. First time reading from either authors and it was a great read. Both sad stories but powerful in itself.
Two great shorts. First time reading from either authors and it was a great read. Both sad stories but powerful in itself.
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