When The Clock Ticks (series 2) Novel

Pamela's heart sinks when Louis, emerging from his hospital bed, fails to recognize her. Pulling out his IV in anger, he lashes out with brutal words, calling her a "crazy lousy woman" and demanding she leave his sight. His mother Leah struggles to restrain him as Pamela realizes the situation is far more dire than she anticipated—beyond her control. The man before her bears no resemblance to the lover who once held her tenderly, promising eternal devotion. The disdain and hatred blazing in his eyes echo the cruelty she witnessed when he first awoke from his coma and forced her to have an abortion. As her tears fall, Pamela understands that the passionate man who made love to her throughout the night has been replaced by someone unrecognizable. Louis's cold rejection cuts deeper than any physical blow, leaving her devastated and helpless.