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Finders Keepers
Bailey Monroe knows one thing for certain: she had to leave. With her young daughter Sophie in tow, she flees from the nightmare of her abusive husband under the cover of darkness, finding safety in a quiet Texas town of Pine Grove. There, she finds refuge in the warmth of the town folk and kindness from Ms. Lucille, a spirited widowed woman who takes them in and offers hope when Bailey needs it most.
Determined to give Sophie the stable life she deserves, Bailey begins to rebuild. But opening her heart again is another story, especially when Gavin Mitchell, the town's charming veterinarian, steps into her life. Patient and kind, Gavin sees the cracks in Bailey’s armor and is willing to do whatever it takes to earn her trust. Yet no matter how safe Pine Grove feels, Bailey can’t shake the feeling that her past is only a step behind her.
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Hi, I’m Nicole Lenz! Romance author, hopeless romantic, and lover of emotionally gripping love stories. 💕 I write romantic suspense and rom-coms, crafting characters who fight for love, heal from their pasts, and find their happily ever afters, no matter what life throws their way.
When I’m not lost in my latest story, you’ll find me spending time with my family, sharing bookish fun on BookTok or sipping Breezeberry Alanis like it’s a personality trait.
My books are for readers who love slow-burn tension, protective heroes, strong heroines, and small-town charm—with just the right mix of angst, humor, and spice.
If you love romance that makes you laugh, swoon, and feel deeply, you’re in the right place. 💙
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Content & Trigger Warning
Finders Keepers contains themes and depictions that may be distressing to some readers. This story centers around a survivor’s journey of escaping domestic violence and rebuilding a life for herself and her daughter. As such, it includes realistic portrayals of trauma and its aftermath.
Warnings include:
Domestic violence (emotional, verbal, financial and physical abuse)
Gaslighting and controlling behavior
Stalking and harassment
Child abduction / kidnapping
On-page physical assault and strangulation
Panic attacks, flashbacks, and C-/PTSD symptoms
Hypervigilance and dissociation
Medical trauma and recovery
Law enforcement involvement and legal discussions of abuse
Survivor guilt and internalized self-blame
Custody anxiety and parental separation stress
Trauma-masking in children (perfectionism, emotional suppression)
Discussion of body image and weight loss due to stress
Loud noises / jump scare (surprise party)
Implied gun possession (off-page)
Emotional intensity surrounding protection, trust, and healing
This book approaches these topics with care and a trauma-informed lens, but readers are encouraged to prioritize their emotional well-being and engage with the story at their own pace.
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