Book excerpt: Leo Okawmmay never thought that losing a mentor would cause much pain and suffering. Without a map for guidance, he turns to an unhealthy habit that puts his relationships in danger. One fire brought him and the woman he'd fall in love together. Having her by his side, he feels that his urge for that bottle is gone. That is until he realizes that it takes more than a feeling to overcome addiction. When Simone Lakewood realizes what's wrong with the love of her life, will she fight like hell to help him or leave? Leo Okawmmay, a top firefighter in his city tries to follow his dreams and leave the mafia lifestyle behind him. Simone Lakewood, a beautiful violinist hoping to kickstart her career again. When two tender hearts come together, doves fly. A short love story between two lovers who learn a huge lesson on what they believed love to be. He kissed every scar on my body. Trailing his fingertips over the flaws that made me cry at night. "You're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. Don't ever change, you're a goddess. My chocolate cupcake" he whispered in my hear