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The Secrets We Keep
Tragedy changes us. Secrets bind us. Love heals us.
When Gaea Lee leaves Brown State University, she has no plans of looking back. After all, besides a degree, what else has it given her besides a heartache she has yet to heal? Coming from a life of privilege, you would think Gaea is living a life of luxury, but no amount of privilege can save you from heartbreak. Getting your heart broken changes you, but Gaea is determined to heal; so she pours her life into healing, being happy, and forgetting a beautiful night that changed a friendship with her best male friend forever. But is that enough to change the longing for her friend?
When Kwame Jacobsen leaves Brown State University, he’s all set up to enter the draft. He’s set up to take care of his family for life, but did that really take precedence over the happiness he was seeking? Although times have changed, he can’t seem to get past a night he shared with his best friend. No amount of success can dull the ache of what he feels he’s missing. When a ghost from his past surfaces and threatens his livelihood, will he be strong enough to withstand the pain of his secrets, or will he crumble?
When tragedy strikes, Gaea and Kwame are forced to work together. Can they get past the night they shared? Can a secret that Gaea has kept keep Kwame from truly trusting her? Or will the ghost of Kwame’s past doom them?
When Gaea Lee leaves Brown State University, she has no plans of looking back. After all, besides a degree, what else has it given her besides a heartache she has yet to heal? Coming from a life of privilege, you would think Gaea is living a life of luxury, but no amount of privilege can save you from heartbreak. Getting your heart broken changes you, but Gaea is determined to heal; so she pours her life into healing, being happy, and forgetting a beautiful night that changed a friendship with her best male friend forever. But is that enough to change the longing for her friend?
When Kwame Jacobsen leaves Brown State University, he’s all set up to enter the draft. He’s set up to take care of his family for life, but did that really take precedence over the happiness he was seeking? Although times have changed, he can’t seem to get past a night he shared with his best friend. No amount of success can dull the ache of what he feels he’s missing. When a ghost from his past surfaces and threatens his livelihood, will he be strong enough to withstand the pain of his secrets, or will he crumble?
When tragedy strikes, Gaea and Kwame are forced to work together. Can they get past the night they shared? Can a secret that Gaea has kept keep Kwame from truly trusting her? Or will the ghost of Kwame’s past doom them?
156 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 25, 2018
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July 23, 2018
I think this was as pretty good book. I loved the storyline as it kept me interested all the way until the end. I am pretty sad to find out it was the end. As the story may have been summed up in one book had parts of the book not dragged on. I will probably read the next book in the series. There were some errors in the book that were hard to overlook. All in all, I would recommend this book to others.
April 16, 2018
Fire
I am in love with this book. What a great read Britt. You executed this story well. You only had about 2 errors, but they don't stand out. All I want to know is WHERE IS THE BABY? I know part 2 is on the way. Hurry up ma'am. I love the history that you gave us about your characters. It's wasn't long and drawn out. It was comical and kept me interested. I think we all had some "I can relate" moments. Honey, and those mothers; I CAN'T STAND THEIR TALES! I wouldn't be surprised if they had anything to do with or knew anything about baby girl's disappearance. I enjoyed reading your book. Great job!
I am in love with this book. What a great read Britt. You executed this story well. You only had about 2 errors, but they don't stand out. All I want to know is WHERE IS THE BABY? I know part 2 is on the way. Hurry up ma'am. I love the history that you gave us about your characters. It's wasn't long and drawn out. It was comical and kept me interested. I think we all had some "I can relate" moments. Honey, and those mothers; I CAN'T STAND THEIR TALES! I wouldn't be surprised if they had anything to do with or knew anything about baby girl's disappearance. I enjoyed reading your book. Great job!
March 29, 2018
Great Debut Novel
First of All great debut novel , Anywho Can we please just off Aaron psycho stalker ass... I need Gaea to let that hurt go so she can receive all that good soul stirring love Kwame has to offer. The moms can both find a island and get lost because part of Gaea problem is the fact she has mommy issues that contribute to her identity issues but Baby I can't wait for Gaea to find herself so she can set each and everyone of those heffas straight especially for testing her inner gangsta by touching her baby .... So I'm impatiently awaiting part 2 !!!!
First of All great debut novel , Anywho Can we please just off Aaron psycho stalker ass... I need Gaea to let that hurt go so she can receive all that good soul stirring love Kwame has to offer. The moms can both find a island and get lost because part of Gaea problem is the fact she has mommy issues that contribute to her identity issues but Baby I can't wait for Gaea to find herself so she can set each and everyone of those heffas straight especially for testing her inner gangsta by touching her baby .... So I'm impatiently awaiting part 2 !!!!
March 26, 2018
Nice
Just get rid of the parents, his dad, her mom they are pitiful. Gaea has secrets, Kwame is affected by those secrets and Aaron is a f-boy. I know Kwame had a lot going on, practicing to be great in the league, but he could have tried just a little bit more to reach Gaea. Just 1 phone call!? Nice debut, hopefully part 2 gets to the root of the parents issues
Just get rid of the parents, his dad, her mom they are pitiful. Gaea has secrets, Kwame is affected by those secrets and Aaron is a f-boy. I know Kwame had a lot going on, practicing to be great in the league, but he could have tried just a little bit more to reach Gaea. Just 1 phone call!? Nice debut, hopefully part 2 gets to the root of the parents issues
March 27, 2018
Great Job Britt!!
First this was amazing and I’m mad at the ending as I am impatient and don’t want to wait for the end. As your first book it was amazingly written, great characters and they had a lot of depth that you conveyed without going on a rant. You are amazing and a huge inspiration for me. Way 2 Go girl!!! Now hurry up with part 2!!
First this was amazing and I’m mad at the ending as I am impatient and don’t want to wait for the end. As your first book it was amazingly written, great characters and they had a lot of depth that you conveyed without going on a rant. You are amazing and a huge inspiration for me. Way 2 Go girl!!! Now hurry up with part 2!!
March 27, 2018
Great debut
Girl! Why did you end it like that, got me sitting here clutching my pearls. Aaron needs to go and so does Max. I love Kwame and I hope Gaea can get over her past and let him love her. Please let Kynsley be okay. I can’t wait to read part 2 as well as anything else you write.
Girl! Why did you end it like that, got me sitting here clutching my pearls. Aaron needs to go and so does Max. I love Kwame and I hope Gaea can get over her past and let him love her. Please let Kynsley be okay. I can’t wait to read part 2 as well as anything else you write.
April 25, 2018
Loved It
This book was really good and I enjoyed reading it from beginning to end. Great storyline and it flowed nicely. Definitely fits the title perfect. So many secrets that causes drama to unfold. The question remains Who is Lissete Toussaint and what happened 3 years ago that her anger still lingers for Gaea. Can't wait for Part 2. Great job Britt Joni.
This book was really good and I enjoyed reading it from beginning to end. Great storyline and it flowed nicely. Definitely fits the title perfect. So many secrets that causes drama to unfold. The question remains Who is Lissete Toussaint and what happened 3 years ago that her anger still lingers for Gaea. Can't wait for Part 2. Great job Britt Joni.
May 2, 2018
Great Read!
Involves everything! Love, hurt, pain, distrust, etc. Well worth the time to read this! Hoping to eventually read the continuation of this story… I want to know what happened with Kynsley? Did they get Aaron? Who, exactly, was the mystery lady at the hospital? So many questions that need answers…
Involves everything! Love, hurt, pain, distrust, etc. Well worth the time to read this! Hoping to eventually read the continuation of this story… I want to know what happened with Kynsley? Did they get Aaron? Who, exactly, was the mystery lady at the hospital? So many questions that need answers…
March 27, 2018
Girlllll
Omg this is a must read. I hope Kynsley ok. I bet that was Yasmin omg. Just when they were getting back together and doing good. I hope part 2 coming soon...omg I can’t wait...Great Job!!!!!
Omg this is a must read. I hope Kynsley ok. I bet that was Yasmin omg. Just when they were getting back together and doing good. I hope part 2 coming soon...omg I can’t wait...Great Job!!!!!
March 27, 2018
Wow
This was a really good read but this book could have been a stand alone novel . Certain aspects of main characters didn't make sense to me especially if they were supposed to be best friend or four years.
This was a really good read but this book could have been a stand alone novel . Certain aspects of main characters didn't make sense to me especially if they were supposed to be best friend or four years.
March 31, 2018
Secrets can be bad or good. Gaea had no plans to look back after leaving college. Gaea wants to heal her broken heart. Kwame is off to play in the NFL, trying to make a better life for his mom and sister. Kwame is doing well, but he can’t stop thinking about Gaea. Gaea and Kwame are joined back together. This was an awesome story. Need more…
March 27, 2018
Good job
This was a really good book for her first one. The story was good and it kept my interest can’t wait for part 2
This was a really good book for her first one. The story was good and it kept my interest can’t wait for part 2
March 29, 2018
Man
I enjoyed this book. I thought this was a standalone so now I'm sad I have wait for part 2.
I enjoyed this book. I thought this was a standalone so now I'm sad I have wait for part 2.
April 19, 2018
My first read by this author and I enjoyed every page. Great characters, plenty of drama and some good twist. Can't wait for more.
April 24, 2018
❤️❤️❤️
Man that ending broke my heart. I need part 2 as soon as possible. I definitely will be stalking your page to look for this sequel. Great job.
Man that ending broke my heart. I need part 2 as soon as possible. I definitely will be stalking your page to look for this sequel. Great job.
June 10, 2018
Omg
This book was nothing short of amazing. Every page it just kept getting better and better. I can't wait to read part 2.
This book was nothing short of amazing. Every page it just kept getting better and better. I can't wait to read part 2.
June 18, 2018
Nice!y done
The story was nicely done. The characters were vivid and the dialogue entertaining. I liked both the hero and the heroine.
The story was nicely done. The characters were vivid and the dialogue entertaining. I liked both the hero and the heroine.
March 11, 2019
I'm invested now so...
I have to finish but it is not totally realistic. This is my first time reading this author and my last.
I have to finish but it is not totally realistic. This is my first time reading this author and my last.
January 1, 2020
Great book, a little slow moving though
First of all, I do NOT like Gaea! She is obnoxious, selfish, mean and stubborn. I do not like how she treats Kwame. The very fact that he loves her unconditionally is valiant. He’s a stand up guy. I hope Anais lets her guard down enough for Tobias to love her.
First of all, I do NOT like Gaea! She is obnoxious, selfish, mean and stubborn. I do not like how she treats Kwame. The very fact that he loves her unconditionally is valiant. He’s a stand up guy. I hope Anais lets her guard down enough for Tobias to love her.
May 15, 2018
Excellent book
Definitely kept my attention! Very detailed and well structured. Can't wait for the second part to be released. Will definitely recommend!
Definitely kept my attention! Very detailed and well structured. Can't wait for the second part to be released. Will definitely recommend!
October 28, 2018
You got it
Britt keep up the good work. I can’t recall spelling errors, you used words and expressions that are mature and not for a 14 year old reading. I love Flash and Gaea but the princess is my favorite. Can’t wait for part II
Britt keep up the good work. I can’t recall spelling errors, you used words and expressions that are mature and not for a 14 year old reading. I love Flash and Gaea but the princess is my favorite. Can’t wait for part II
November 18, 2018
Mind blowing
5 stars from me because once I started to read this book, it was hard for me to put it down and not wonder what will happen next. The writing style was smooth and the flow of the storyline was great, I look forward to reading part two. Oh yes, I will recommend this title to the next person and thanks for the entertainment God Bless.
5 stars from me because once I started to read this book, it was hard for me to put it down and not wonder what will happen next. The writing style was smooth and the flow of the storyline was great, I look forward to reading part two. Oh yes, I will recommend this title to the next person and thanks for the entertainment God Bless.
August 7, 2018
Secrets
Secrets always come out no matter how u try to keep them everyone get hurt life change for good or bad I cannot wait read see how all will work out for can only make u strong
Secrets always come out no matter how u try to keep them everyone get hurt life change for good or bad I cannot wait read see how all will work out for can only make u strong
January 10, 2019
Drama from the first page!
Wow this one has me all in my feelings! Gaea and Aaron were not meant to be, this was evident from the beginning. Her and Kwame started off as friends but one night changed all of that! That conniving Maxwell ooh I really wanted him dealt with. We are left hanging regarding Kynsley, I am anxious to dive into part 2 and hopefully a happy ending to what has become one of my favorites! Great job so far Britt Joni!
Wow this one has me all in my feelings! Gaea and Aaron were not meant to be, this was evident from the beginning. Her and Kwame started off as friends but one night changed all of that! That conniving Maxwell ooh I really wanted him dealt with. We are left hanging regarding Kynsley, I am anxious to dive into part 2 and hopefully a happy ending to what has become one of my favorites! Great job so far Britt Joni!
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