Broken

Peyton is taken by her brother and locked away, treated as a possession instead of a person. Years of silence teach her how to survive, watching poker games, reading people, staying invisible. But when she's offered up as a prize in a tournament, she makes a daring escape. Rescued by a kind stranger and later guided by Ryker, a quiet protector, Peyton begins the journey to reclaim her voice, her strength, and her life. Broken is a story of survival, healing, and the quiet power of hope.