Breaking Free from Family Ties

Breaking Free from Family Ties

Else Lipner

154,070 Words

5.0

Description

In the quiet enclave of Greenmount Ridge, Arthur Hawke battles the psychological turmoil that shadows his every waking moment following his time in the war. Torn between the remnants of his old self a nd the man he’s becoming, Arthur’s emotional struggles manifest in fiery outbursts, imperiling not only his marriage to Isabella Fletcher but also the very fabric of family life. As the pressure mounts, old wounds and new tensions collide, creating an electrifying atmosphere fraught with unspoken resentments and hidden fears. At the heart of this familial discord lies a dark secret — a potential marriage arrangement that could change everything for both the Hawkes and the Fletchers. As Eleanor Hawke seeks to forge a powerful alliance through her son’s union, Arthur grapples with feelings of control, rejection, and an inexplicable attraction to Isabella, who, unbeknownst to him, stands at a crossroads herself. Determined to help her terminally ill brother, she flickers between hope and despair while navigating the treacherous waters of Arthur’s emotional landscape. Caught in a cat-and-mouse game of expectations and desires, the characters are thrust into a whirlwind of dinner invitations, enigmatic apologies, and intense family drama. Isabella yearns for connection, yet finds herself torn between agreeing to a partnership in business and an unforeseen attraction to the tortured soul of Arthur. Meanwhile, Richard Hawke, Arthur's brother, observes the mounting tension and is left to question his family's motives while harboring his own doubts about the impending alliance. As relationships blur and collide, family loyalty is tested. Arthur must confront the demons of his past while protecting his loved ones from his inner storm. Will Isabella’s determination to save her brother bring them closer, or will the weight of expectations shatter their fragile connection? With secrets poised to unravel, every decision becomes a turning point in this heartfelt exploration of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of healing amidst chaos. Suspense lurks around every corner as these characters face their truths, and the stakes rise higher than ever on Greenmount Ridge.