My BOOKS
AWAKENED PASSION
Title: Forever My Love (Awakened Passion, Book One)
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Author: Dr. Annie Gainous Thompson
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Publisher: Self-published
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Release Date: November 7, 2023
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Genre: Romance, Suspense
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E-book ASIN: B0CM4K615P
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ISBN: 979-8891093690 (paperback)
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Trigger warnings: Sex, violence, imprisonment, kidnapping, gun violence, murder,
attempted rape
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Audience: 13+
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Spice rating: Sexual content (M/F consensual kissing, sexual relations)
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Tropes: Strong female friendship, strong male friendship, family hidden secrets, flirty
interaction, suspense, family drama, deceit, mystery, criminal intent.
Tagline:
A hungering desire. A simmering passion. Can love survive the deceitful trick to find the
ultimate truth.
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Blurb/Back cover copy:
In the scorching heat of a passionate encounter, a tempestuous love story ignites, leaving no heart unscathed. Sheia Barrett is a bewitching beauty with a heart as pure as her innocence. Unbeknownst to her, she possesses a power that can awaken the deepest desires in a man's soul. And in the shadow of her allure stands Bradley Kanter, a magnetic enigma with a heart encased in stone. But love's path is never a smooth one, and the challenges that lie ahead are both unexpected and treacherous.
In a world where love is said to conquer all, Sheia refuses to accept that pleasure can exist without the anchor of love, and Bradley insists that love is merely an illusion in the face of all- consuming lust. As their undeniable chemistry blazes like wildfire, she becomes determined to win Bradley's heart and prove that love is the ultimate force.
Can Sheia's awakened passion for handsome Bradley Kanter withstand the trials that fate has
in store? Or will their fiery connection burn bright only to fizzle out in the end?
Join us in the thrilling beginning of the Forever My Love Trilogy and get ready to be swept away by a romance that will leave you breathless and longing for more.
Secret of the Hearts
Title: Forever My Love (Secrets of the Heart, Book Two)
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Author: Dr. Annie Gainous Thompson
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Publisher: Self-published
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Release date: June 12, 2024
Genre: Romance, Suspense
e-Book ASIN: B0D6W7561H
ISBN-13: 979-8891094888 (paperback)
Trigger warnings: Sex, violence, death, imprisonment, kidnapping, gun violence, murder, attempted rape
​Audience: 13+
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Spice rating: Sexual content (M/F consensual kissing, sexual relations)
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Tropes: Strong female friendship, strong male friendship, family hidden secrets, flirty
interaction, suspense, family drama, deceit, mystery, criminal intent.
Tagline: A hungering desire. A simmering passion. Can love survive the deceitful trick to find the
ultimate truth.
Blurb/Back cover copy:
In the electrifying second installment to Awakened Passion, Sheia Barrett and Bradley Kanter's love story takes a passionate, and often tumultuous, turn that will leave you breathless and longing for more. Sheia, once innocent and unaware of her own desires, now admits the undeniable truth—she can't live without the intoxicating presence of the devilishly handsome Bradley. Their connection evolves from a friendly camaraderie into a deep, insatiable hunger, a powerful desire to claim one another.
Yet, amid the flames of their fiery desire, they continue to grapple with the complex emotions that have taken root in their hearts. Love, though it burns brightly, is a mysterious beast, and secrets have a way of either nourishing or destroying it.
Will Brad's father's secret be the catalyst that extinguishes their burning love, or will Sheia's own hidden truth keep her from fully surrendering to Bradley's irresistible touch?
Secrets of the Heart is a thrilling exploration of love, passion, and the enigmatic power of truth. In this tale, Sheia and Bradley must confront their darkest secrets and the lies that threaten to tear them apart.
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Everlasting Love
Title: Forever My Love (Everlasting Love, Book Three)
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Author: Dr. Annie Gainous Thompson
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Publisher: Self-published
Release date: May 24, 2025
Genre: Romance, Suspense
e-Book ASIN: B0D9RKGLLV
ISBN-13: 979-8891094871 (paperback)
Trigger warnings: Sex, violence, imprisonment, kidnapping, gun violence, murder,
attempted rape
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Audience: 13+
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Spice rating: Sexual content (M/F consensual kissing, sexual relations)
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Tropes: Strong female friendship, strong male friendship, family hidden secrets, flirty
interaction, suspense, family drama, deceit, mystery, criminal intent.
Tagline: A hungering desire. A simmering passion. Can love survive the deceitful trick to find the
ultimate truth.
Blurb/Back cover copy:
In the breathtaking conclusion to the Forever My Love Trilogy, Bradley Kanter and Sheia Barrett face the ultimate test of their love as they navigate a treacherous journey riddled with life, death, and the secrets that threaten to unravel everything they've built.
Death and life dance on the periphery of their love, creating a backdrop of profound emotion and vulnerability. Between these two extremes, the challenges that life throws at them could either shatter their will to live and love, or it could strengthen their bond in a way they never thought possible. Yet, secrets still linger, casting shadows over their lives, and the weight of these hidden truths threatens to crush their relationship. In a world where honesty and love are the only way forward, Brad fights to protect what he has with Sheia and the beautiful family they've created.
They face one final challenge—a challenge that will test their endurance, their faith, and their
unyielding commitment to each other. Can they navigate the storm one last time and finally attain the everlasting love they've longed for?
Everlasting Love is a story of unwavering devotion, fierce passion, and the ultimate quest for a love that defies the odds. Join Brad and Sheia in this epic conclusion to their extraordinary love story, where they'll discover whether their love can stand the test of time and emerge stronger and more enduring than ever before.