The Dark Side Of Love

By Kathy Elizabeth Mahon

It is a story of a lady called Olivia Morella . A nurse who lives with her three daughters.  She is a 40 year-old nurse with three daughters, Rachel, Taylor and Kelly.
Olivia's marriage had ended in a messy divorce due to her husband's infidelity, leaving her to raise their daughters alone. Despite the challenges, Olivia was a devoted mother who did everything she could to provide for her children.
Taylor and Kelly were typical teenagers, navigating the complexities of high school while dealing with the aftermath of their parents' divorce. They were close with their mother and relied on her for support and guidance. Olivia worked long hours at the hospital, but always made time for her girls.
However, their past with Olivia's ex-husband, Carlos, cast a dark shadow over their lives. Carlos was a dangerous man with a dark side that Olivia had discovered too late. He had been involved in criminal activities that put their family in danger. Olivia had done everything she could to protect her daughters from the truth about their father, but it had taken a toll on their family.
Olivia had met Carlos in college, where he had swept her off her feet with his charm and good looks. They had been inseparable, and Olivia had been convinced that he was the one.

But things started to unravel when Olivia discovered Carlos's infidelity. He had been cheating on her with multiple women, and she had found out by accident. She had been devastated but had tried to make things work for the sake of their daughters. However, she soon realized that Carlos's problems went deeper than his infidelity.
Carlos had been involved in illegal activities that put their family in danger. Olivia had been horrified to discover the truth about her husband's double life. She had tried to leave him, but he had threatened her and their children. She had felt trapped and alone, not knowing who to turn to for help.
It wasn't until Olivia had hired a divorce lawyer, Matt, that she had found a way out. Matt had been a supportive and understanding presence in her life during the divorce process. He had helped her get custody of their daughters and had provided a sense of stability that Olivia had been lacking.
Despite their age difference, Olivia and Matt had started dating after the divorce was finalized.

• Language: English
• Publisher: © Kathy Elizabeth Mahon.
• Release date: May 19, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223642756

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION OF OLIVIA HER FAMILY AND MATT

Olivia Morella was a 40 year-old nurse and lives with

her eldest daughters Rachel and her younger daughter’s, Taylor and

Kelly who are twins.  She loves them with all her heart.

They keep her sane through the tough times . And  Life is not easy in the

Bronx.

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Olivia's marriage had ended in a Messy divorce due to her

husband's infidelity.leaving her to raise their daughters alone.

Despite the challenges Rachel, Taylor and Kelly were typical

teenagers, navigating the complexities of high school while

dealing with the aftermath of their parents' divorce. They were

close with their mother and relied on her for support and

guidance. Olivia worked long hours at the hospital, but

always made time for her girls.

However, their past with Olivia's ex-husband, Carlos, cast a dark shadow over their lives. Carlos was a dangerous man with a dark side that Olivia had discovered too late. He had been involved in criminal activities that put their family in danger. Olivia had done everything she could to protect her daughters from the truth about their father, but it had taken a toll on their family.

Olivia had met Carlos in college, where he had swept her off her feet with his charm and good looks. They had been inseparable, and Olivia had been convinced that he was the one. They got married soon after graduation and started a family.

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But things started to unravel when Olivia discovered Carlos's infidelity. He had been cheating on her with multiple women, and she had found out by accident. She had been devastated but had tried to make things work for the sake of their daughters. However, she soon realized that Carlos's problems went deeper than his infidelity.

Carlos had been involved in illegal activities that put their family in danger. Olivia had been horrified to discover the truth about her husband's double life. She had tried to leave him, but he had threatened her and their children. She had felt trapped and alone, not knowing who to turn to for help.

It wasn't until Olivia had hired a divorce lawyer, Matt, that she had found a way out. Matt had been a supportive and understanding presence in her life during the divorce process. He had helped her get custody of their daughters and had provided a sense of stability that Olivia had been lacking.

Despite their age difference, Olivia and Matt had started dating after the divorce was finalized. Matt had grown up son Ben, who was a policeman in his 40's. He had a tragic past, his wife was killed by a gang, leaving him to raise his teenage son, Jake, who was spoilt and hanging with the wrong gang in school and doing drugs.

Olivia had been hesitant at first, given their age difference, but had come to appreciate the stability and support that Matt provided. However, as their relationship progressed, she started to notice a darker side to Matt that she hadn't seen before. Matt had been involved in a drug ring, and Olivia was conflicted about her feelings for him.

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The past with Carlos still haunted Olivia and her daughters, and she had tried to shield them from the truth. However, with the danger that Matt's involvement with the drug ring brought, she couldn't help but feel that their lives were still in danger.

Olivia's past with Carlos had left her with emotional scars that she struggled to overcome. She had been through a traumatic experience that had left her feeling alone and vulnerable. However, with the support of her daughters and Matt, she was determined to move forward and create a better future for herself and her family.

Matt was a 70-year-old solicitor who had been working in the legal profession for over 40 years. He had built a reputation as a respected and successful lawyer, known for his attention to detail and unwavering commitment to his clients. However, there was more to Matt than his professional persona.

Olivia had met Matt during her divorce proceedings. She had hired him as her lawyer, and he had helped her navigate the complicated legal process of ending her marriage. Matt had been a kind and supportive presence in Olivia's life during a time of great emotional upheaval. They had struck up a friendship that had quickly developed into something more.

Despite their significant age difference, Olivia and Matt had found common ground in their shared experiences. Both had been through traumatic experiences in their past and were looking for stability and support in their lives. Matt had been married before, but his wife had passed away many years ago. He had a grown-up son, Ben, who was a policeman in his 40s and had a teenage son, Jake.

Olivia had been hesitant about getting involved with Matt at first, given their age difference. However, as she got to know him better, she began to appreciate his maturity, wisdom, and

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kind-hearted nature. Matt was a charming and charismatic man who had a way of making Olivia feel safe and secure.

Their relationship progressed quickly, and soon they were spending most of their time together. They went on romantic dates, shared intimate moments, and enjoyed each other's company. Olivia felt that she had found someone who understood her and who she could rely on.

However, as their relationship deepened, Olivia began to notice a darker side to Matt that she hadn't seen before. She had always known that he had been involved in some questionable activities in the past, but she had believed that he had left that life behind. But as she got to know him better, she realized that he was still involved in a drug ring.

Olivia was conflicted about her feelings for Matt. She loved him and appreciated the stability and support that he provided, but she couldn't ignore the danger that his involvement in the drug ring brought. She was torn between her love for him and her desire to protect her family.

Matt was aware of Olivia's concerns, and he tried to reassure her that everything would be fine. He promised that he would do whatever it took to keep her and her family safe. However, Olivia couldn't help but feel that their lives were still in danger.

As their relationship continued, Olivia began to see more of Matt's dark side. She discovered that he had a history of violence and that he was not always the kind and gentle man she had believed him to be. She began to question whether she had made the right decision in getting involved with him.

Despite the challenges they faced, Matt and Olivia remained committed to each other. They continued to support each other through difficult times and remained hopeful for the future. They

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shared a deep love that was tested by the dangers and uncertainties of their past.

Matt's involvement in the drug ring came to a head. Olivia and her daughters were taken hostage by a gang that was associated with the ring, and their lives were put in danger. Matt and his son, Ben, worked together to rescue them, and Olivia was grateful for their bravery and heroism.

After the ordeal was over, Olivia and Matt had a heart-to-heart conversation about their future. They realized that they had been through too much to ignore the dangers of Matt's past. They agreed that it was time for Matt to leave the drug ring behind and start a new life.

Despite the challenges they had faced, Matt and Olivia remained committed to each other. They had weathered the storms of their past and had emerged stronger and more in love

Olivia Morelli had just gone through a difficult divorce when she met Matt, a 70-year-old solicitor. Matt was her divorce lawyer, and he had helped her navigate the complicated legal process of ending her marriage. Olivia appreciated Matt's support and guidance during a time of great emotional upheaval.

Their relationship started off as a friendship. Olivia and Matt would talk about their past experiences and share stories about their lives. Olivia found that she had a lot in common with Matt, despite the significant age difference between them. They both had been through traumatic experiences in their past and were looking for stability and support in their lives.

As their friendship deepened, Olivia started to see Matt in a different light. She began to appreciate his maturity, wisdom, and kind-hearted nature. He was a charming and charismatic man who had a way of making Olivia feel safe and secure.

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However, Olivia was hesitant about getting involved with Matt romantically. She was still reeling from the emotional toll of her divorce and wasn't sure if she was ready for another relationship. The significant age difference between them was also a concern for her. She didn't want people to judge her for dating someone who was so much older than her.

Despite her reservations, Olivia found herself drawn to Matt. He was a stable and supportive presence in her life, something she had been missing for a long time. They continued to spend time together and enjoy each other's company.

Matt was aware of Olivia's hesitations, and he tried to reassure her that everything would be fine. He promised to take things slow and not rush into anything she wasn't ready for. He understood that Olivia had been through a difficult time and that she needed time to heal.

Their relationship progressed slowly, but they both knew that there was something special between