The Phoenix Descends

A skilled marksman with deadly aim. A forbidden love that defies all boundaries. A choice that will shake the foundations of the Antebellum South. 

Tom Livingston appears to have it all - looks, status, and a guaranteed inheritance of Texas's largest plantation. His reputation as a dangerous man keeps most people at arm’s length – exactly where he wants them. But beneath his dangerous reputation lies a heart yearning to break free from his father's iron grip. When he falls deeply in love with Ann, a slave on his family's plantation, his world threatens to unravel. Their secret meetings become his only solace, even as his best friend Henry, a slave on the plantation, harbors his own feelings for Ann. As Tom's controlling father tightens his grip through manipulation and cruelty, Tom must choose between his inheritance and his heart. With the lives of those he loves hanging in the balance, can he find the courage to defy generations of tradition and forge his own path? Or will the weight of his family’s legacy crush not only his dreams, but also those who depend on him.

This compelling historical romance fiction is the first piece in the Livingston family legacy series. If you love drama, forbidden romance, and complex family dynamics, you'll be captivated by this powerful antebellum tale. Unlock this gripping story of love and courage today!