For years Genene Valleau has been fascinated by the puzzle of why some people collapse under life's traumas and others emerge triumphantly stronger.

In a former job surrounded by social workers and in her personal life, Ms. Valleau has seen the effects of child abuse, incest, and violence. Yet amid the stark realities of addictions, anger, abandonment, denial and betrayal shone the bright light of strength, hope and forgiveness.

These triumphs of the human spirit over the ugliest of adversities became the basis for Genene Valleau’s stories. Her passion for writing romance stories became an outlet for the powerful messages that people can overcome great difficulties, and that true love can turn life’s heartaches into happily ever after.