The Precious Topaz by C Renee

For Louise Carter, life couldn’t be better. After escaping an abusive relationship, she’s returned home to her long-lost family and friends. She has the love and support of her parents, and best of all, she feels safe. When a dangerous intruder from her past arrives, threatening everything she holds dear, Louise must come to terms with her former life. Not an easy task, while trying to forge a future with her new and complicated flame, Alex.

Alex Knight has tremendous amount of weight on his shoulders to sort out. Family drama, a new career, and a paternity claim consumes him. His spotty relationship with Louise, and his constant need to protect her, certainly don’t make life any easier.
While trying to repair their rocky relationship and deal with the messy complications life has thrown their way, Alex and Louise must decide what really matters. Do they let their pasts consume them, or do they open their hearts and learn to love and trust one another?