Broken Promises

By Brandi Milam

In the small town of southern Louisiana, the lives of Marie and Alexandria are irrevocably altered by the sudden death of their mother. Their father, struggling with grief, finds solace in a new relationship with their Sunday school teacher. Her son, however, introduces a sinister element into their lives. Marie and Alexandria reveal to their father that the boy has been terrorizing them, but he, blinded by his love for his new partner, refuses to believe his daughters. This denial fuels the growing tension and trauma within the family, leaving the girls feeling isolated and unheard.

The story explores the devastating consequences of the father's disbelief and the emotional toll it takes on the sisters. Their pleas for help go unanswered, leaving them to grapple with the weight of their abuse in silence. The narrative focuses on the girls' resilience amidst their trauma, highlighting their bravery in attempting to expose the truth despite facing devastating consequences and the ultimate failure to find justice or resolution. The novel ends without a clear resolution, leaving the reader to contemplate the lingering pain and the unresolved trauma of the situation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F7GF4SVG
• ISBN13: 9798282418057
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"