{"product_id":"tainted-liberties-paperback","title":"Tainted Liberties - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eL. R. Jackson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo starkly contrasting families collide amidst disturbing revelations that threaten to shatter their beliefs and marital vows in this raw and reflective romantic drama in the vein of Donna Hill's \u003ci\u003eConfessions in B-Flat.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRaised on red-blooded American traditionalism, Mark's views on life are simple--the man leads, provides, and protects the household, and the family follows suit, no matter the cost. His refusal to part from his detrimental ways paired with his primitive ideologies drives an unknown wedge between him and those he cherishes. When he receives a series of devastating news, it could prove to be the catalyst for change that he doesn't realize he needs. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAmy struggles to keep her family together as Mark's behavior continues to spiral out of control. For years, she's lived in the shadow of their marriage while trying to maintain an upstanding home and work-life balance. Soon, she finds herself immersed in a string of personal mishaps that may cause everything she's tried to hold together to gradually slip between her fingers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSheldon has beaten all odds stacked against him. As a black man, he is Ivy League educated with a prominent career, a beautiful and equally educated wife, and adorable children. Their life is the epitome of the American dream fulfilled. For Sheldon, having everything you need doesn't always equate to what you desire. Desires that could ruin all his accomplishments. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEva has hopes and dreams that are buried under burping babies and wifely responsibilities. She loves her family but has lost herself in the process. In an effort to figure out her new normal, she becomes a woman her husband Sheldon doesn't recognize. While trying to find her way back to herself, she risks losing the faith and family she holds dear.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eL.R. Jackson \u003c\/b\u003ewas born and raised on Maryland's Eastern Shore. She's a fun and spontaneous Gemini who has an addiction to wings and a passion for food. By day, she works in Corporate America, and by night, she writes about alpha males and romance, with her usual touch of suspense. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWriting has been a passion of hers since she was a kid. She always knew that one day, she would share her stories with the world. Life got in the way, and her dream of writing was put on hold while she graduated from college and became a mom. But now, over twenty-five years later, she can proudly say that she's fulfilled her dream of becoming a published author. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eShe can be found reading, cooking, traveling, and, of course, writing.\u003cbr\u003eShe has a huge appreciation for her readers and loves to hear from them.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.69 x 8.27 x 5.58 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 25, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42691024683071,"sku":"9781957950143","price":21.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/6242e2da45ef6da773b33e6cdd862c32.webp?v=1764990833","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/tainted-liberties-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}