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The Cornerstone Series #2
The 5;35 Effect
Draven.
It's been years since anyone made me feel anything—anything beyond friendship or family, at least. I guess my 21-year-old self was left traumatized enough to never get attached to anyone romantically again.
That was until one night at a random bar, when I met the girl I became obsessed with.
She doesn't know it yet, but she's going to be my wife.
Mine.
Brianna.
The hand life dealt me hasn't exactly been the easiest.
Spending years trapped in my own head hasn't been easy to survive.
I'm pushing everyone away again, and I'm scared—especially because now, it's not just me I have to think about.
I was convinced I was alone, that I couldn't count on anyone... until I met him.
The sexy Italian I met at The Cornerstone—the only person who, for some reason, doesn't give up even when I try to push him away.
He might not know it, but someone willing to fight for me... that's exactly what I needed.
It's been years since anyone made me feel anything—anything beyond friendship or family, at least. I guess my 21-year-old self was left traumatized enough to never get attached to anyone romantically again.
That was until one night at a random bar, when I met the girl I became obsessed with.
She doesn't know it yet, but she's going to be my wife.
Mine.
Brianna.
The hand life dealt me hasn't exactly been the easiest.
Spending years trapped in my own head hasn't been easy to survive.
I'm pushing everyone away again, and I'm scared—especially because now, it's not just me I have to think about.
I was convinced I was alone, that I couldn't count on anyone... until I met him.
The sexy Italian I met at The Cornerstone—the only person who, for some reason, doesn't give up even when I try to push him away.
He might not know it, but someone willing to fight for me... that's exactly what I needed.
366 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 12, 2025
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4 books6 followersA.M. weaves romance and fantasy into stories filled with flirty banter, fiery chemistry, and characters who love as hard as they fight. When she’s not lost in fictional worlds, she’s home with her son, probably reading, plotting, or pretending she doesn’t have a mile-long TBR.
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June 1, 2025
This book did start off slow for me but then it picks up. I love the way Draven cares for Brianna and how he’s so patient and supportive of her.
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May 30, 2025
This was a beautiful story. I adored the way Draven accepted and loved Brianna and Mason so much. Highly recommend this book ☺️
February 18, 2026
A true love story
Well done. I appreciated how Bri's struggles were not downplayed or glossed over but dealt with straight on. Draven had his own scars, but he still showed up for Bri, and she him. There was no miscommunication or swallowing of feelings.
My only snag was an editing one. Towards the last few chapters, the verb tenses and diction got a little squirrely, just a little distracting, but it didn't take away from the story.
Well done. I appreciated how Bri's struggles were not downplayed or glossed over but dealt with straight on. Draven had his own scars, but he still showed up for Bri, and she him. There was no miscommunication or swallowing of feelings.
My only snag was an editing one. Towards the last few chapters, the verb tenses and diction got a little squirrely, just a little distracting, but it didn't take away from the story.
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