She fled her kingdom carrying a secret. He was hired to protect her, but found something much deeper.

Leilah Iqbal was born into privilege and wrapped in royal expectations, but none of that protected her from betrayal. When a former stepbrother shatters her world, she escapes Jazirat Aljana, hiding her brokenness in the quiet town of Idlewood. Working at the Hummingbird Diner under the gruff but kind Millie, Leilah rebuilds her life, even as fear clings to her every move.

Quincy Jordan is a private investigator with a steady hand and an unwavering faith. Secretly hired by Leilah's father, Quincy is supposed to keep his distance. But the more he watches over her, the more he sees the woman behind the walls—strong, scared, and searching for something real. As he gently chips away at her defenses, Quincy becomes the one thing she never expected to find: home.

But secrets don't stay buried forever. And when Leilah's past threatens the fragile hope she's found, she'll have to decide: will fear write the next chapter of her life, or will faith?

Inspired by the biblical story of Tamar, this redemptive Christian romance explores the healing power of love, the courage to start over, and the beauty of finding family in the unlikeliest of places.
Content Warning:
This story addresses sexual assault and emotional trauma. Though not graphically described, the scenes may be painful for some readers. Through it all, Leilah's journey points toward resilience, healing, and God's presence, even in silence.