Promises and Lies When Sean Murphy meets Jeff Hayes in a park one day, he's charmed by the simple pleasure Jeff finds in walking his dog, and despite Jeff's guardian, Jesse, hovering over them, a friendship is born. Sean realizes there's something different about Jeff, something that would explain his timid nature and fear of disappointing Jesse, and he suspects Jeff has been a victim of abuse.   Sean works hard to earn Jeff's trust, but there are so many challenges to meet: Jeff's unusual dependency upon Jesse, Sean's devil-may-care attitude toward the past, and old nightmares and disabilities that continue to haunt Jeff to this day. Their growing love might not be enough. Jeff will have to find courage from somewhere deep within to take control of his life and decide if he wants Sean to be a part of his future. Reviews for Promies and Lies: The ending brought a tear to my eye but it was one of joy not sadness. If you like stories about relationships persevering over extreme challenges, you will like this heartwarming story. Strong emotions and enduring love erupt amidst the passionate writing of Rowena Sudbury. -- Queer Magazine Online This is a strongly written story that touches on many dark issues that many make some readers uncomfortable, however it is also a story I would have no problem recommending to fans of the M/M genre. [Rating: 4.5] Michele 'n Jeff Reviews Buy: Paperback | eBook | Kindle