In the vibrant heart of Atlanta, two openly gay African American men excel in their respective careers and find love where they least expect it.
Dr. Jamal Carter, a brilliant and compassionate pediatric surgeon at Atlanta Children's Hospital, has always been open about his sexuality. He's known for his unwavering dedication to his young patients and the support he offers to LGBTQ+ youth struggling with their identities.
Across town, Special Agent Malik Davis, a confident and tenacious FBI cop, has broken through barriers as an openly gay agent. He's made it his mission to ensure justice prevails and protect marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals.
Their paths cross when a high-profile case involving a child abduction brings them together. Jamal is called in to perform life-saving surgeries on the young victims, and Malik is tasked with leading the investigation. Their initial interactions are marked by a mutual respect for each other's work and a shared understanding of the struggles they've faced.
As they work together to rescue the kidnapped children, Jamal and Malik's connection deepens. They quickly realize that not only do they share a commitment to their careers, but they also have a profound understanding of the unique challenges and joys of being openly gay African American men.
Amid the intensity of the case, they find solace in each other's presence, offering support and understanding as they navigate the intricacies of their demanding careers and a world that isn't always accepting. Their love story unfolds against a backdrop of courage, resilience, and the celebration of their identities.
"Hearts Unbound" is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of love and acceptance. It emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and the profound connections that can be formed when two souls find love in a world that sometimes tries to hold them back.
Nixon is the 3rd book in the Broken Series. (Ryan is the 1st, Brynn is the 2nd)
Nixon leaves rehab early because he can't deal with being there anymore. His sister Kelis finds someone in need of a roommate so he moves in with the girl and gives her his middle name, Lucas. He quickly becomes addicted to the girl and once he gets one taste he's done for. He warns her about his past, about his name, but she ignores all the red flags, not realizing exactly how intertwined she is with the people from his past. He becomes enamored with her, feels like she was made for him while still battling the demons of his past and soon it all becomes too much for him to handle. He makes a heartbreaking decision, thinking it's what's best for both of them and everything changes.
Trigger/Content Warning: this book contains mature content, talks of suicide, mental and physical abuse, selfharm, drug use, and addiction
Cover designed by Anastasia Wright