Loves Me Not Volume I

"The greatest love always comes from loving yourself."-Kenny L. Mitchell Regina Washington was born with a happy & optimistic personality. When misfortune strikes at a young age, she finds herself in a world where her vibrant personality & warm heart are visibly diminished & tragically broken. After meeting the charismatic & charming Franklin, Regina feels that she finally has it all. Unfortunately, Franklin's persona covers a deeply abusive & psychotic nature. As Franklin's violence escalates, Regina finds herself in a nightmare from which there is seemingly no escape. "Beautiful, Broken Me" is the first chapter in the 3 part "LOVES ME NOT" saga. The ingenious literary work, explores the perils of emotional dependency & the resilience & beauty of the human spirit. It also introduces the clandestine organization known as "The Askari Sisterhood" that crosses pathways with Regina and places her on a pathway to a unique and incredible destiny.