Sharing Grace: Grace, #2

By Teresa Mummert

It's time I live up to my name – Grace Ransom.

I belong to Ryatt, one of the most powerful men on the West Coast, but I am also an offering for his brothers. And now it's time for me to make good on my promises.

 

Ryker and Ryder Cross are identical in nearly every way, including their ruthlessness. But they aren't the ones I need to be worried about. Wren loves them, and she is determined to make sure I don't enjoy a minute of my time while we're together. Even if it means destroying the entire Ransom empire.

 

I couldn't have anticipated that my presence would reignite a rivalry between the twins, and if I wasn't careful, they would rip my heart in two.

 

Sharing Grace is book #2 in the Grace series.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Teresa Mummert
• Release date: Oct 24, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223504498

Teresa Mummert

TERESA MUMMERT is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Her work includes word-of-mouth bestselling, White Trash Trilogy, which landed her a three-book publishing deal with Simon & Schuster. She is also the author of the wildly popular Honor Series which chronicles the taboo romance between a student and her college professor. To date, she's written over twenty-five novels and plans for many more releases in the future.

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It’s time I live up to my name – Grace Ransom.

I belong to Ryatt, one of the most powerful men on the West Coast, but I am also an offering for his brothers. And now it’s time for me to make good on my promises.

Ryker and Ryder Cross are identical in nearly every way, including their ruthlessness. But they aren’t the ones I need to be worried about. Wren loves them, and she is determined to make sure I don’t enjoy a minute of my time while we’re together. Even if it means destroying the entire Ransom empire.

I couldn’t have anticipated that my presence would reignite a rivalry between the twins, and if I wasn’t careful, they would rip my heart in two.

Sharing Grace is book #2 in the Grace Series.

TRIGGER WARNING

While I’d want everyone to enjoy this novel, I know that certain subject matters can be triggering to some. Please consider this list before continuing. If you do not have any triggers, please skip this page to avoid spoilers.

SHARING GRACE is a dark/mafia/bully/why choose romance with lots of spice.

This book deals with a plethora of sensitive topics, including, but not limited to –

Degradation, violence, voyeurism.

This list is not exhaustive. If you are sensitive to any of these subjects, please proceed with caution. A more complete list can be found on my website TeresaMummert.com.

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This book is a work of fiction. Any references to historical events, real people, or real places are used fictitiously. Other names, characters, places, and events are products of the author's imagination, and any resemblances to actual events or places or persons, living or dead, are entirely coincidental.

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Agent: Kimberly Whalen

To the girls who know if you control a man’s heart,

You control the kingdom.

CONTENTS

TRIGGER WARNING

PLAYLIST

PROLOGUE

GRACE

1

RYDER

2

RYKER

3

GRACE

4

RYDER

5

RYKER

6

GRACE

7

RYDER

8

RYKER

9

GRACE

10

RYDER

11

RYKER

12

GRACE

13

RYDER

14

GRACE

15

GRACE

16

GRACE

17

RYKER

18

GRACE

19

RYDER

20

GRACE

21

RYDER

22

GRACE

23

GRACE

24

RYDER

25

RYKER

26

GRACE

27

GRACE

28

GRACE

29

RYKER

30

RYDER

31

GRACE

32

RYKER

33

GRACE

34

RYDER

35

GRACE

PRAISE FOR THE AUTHOR'S PREVIOUS WORK

If there's one thing I can always count on with Teresa Mummert, it's her ability to craft a story so compelling that it leaves you pleading for more. She has a way of making you feel like you're living out each scene, every struggle, and each kiss. It trulyis storytelling at its finest. - Author Brandy Lynn

Hands down one of the BEST books that I have EVER read!! - For the Love of Books

One of the most AMAZING novels I have ever read!!! - Flirty and Dirty Book Blog

This book was so incredible, I cried A LOT, I smiled, I loved, and I devoured this book. - Swoon Worthy Books

I truly loved it!! It was captivating and emotional. It tugged at my heart and soul--such an amazing story! - Author Kim Karr (Connections series)

I think this is my favorite Teresa Mummert book to date. - Author Jules Snow (Devoured series)

It is such a different book and plot. I just loved how unexpected it was. - Author Debra Anastasia (Poughkeepsie series)

Teresa Mummert has a gift, one that many don't possess. It's the gift of being able to suck in a reader so far they don't see the twist in the story coming. - Author S.K. Hartley (Bad Boys series) 

SO D*MN GOOD!!!!!!!!!! I Loved it!!!! Incredible writing! - Author Kathryn Perez (Therapy)

"Every word captured me, and every sentence made me ache for the main characters in this beautiful story." - Author Amanda Bennett (Broken series)

This book was perfect. Flawed characters and a very real, dark past...interwoven perfectly into a web of lies and an amazing ending. - Author K. Pinson (Mirrored series)

It's a beautifully written, riveting story that grabs you from the beginning and keeps you guessing how it's going to unfold until the very end. - Author Sophie Monroe (Battle Scars series)

It's soooooooo good. I honestly loved it!!!! - Author Tijan (Fallen Crest series)

I think what I loved most was the originality of the story. Teresa nailed this one! - Author Maureen Mayer (Second Chance series)

I truly believe this to be a masterpiece story and one that will live in my heart for a long time and that Teresa needs to write a sequel and soon! - Author Vicki Green (My Savior Forever)

"Treachery and violence are spears pointed at both ends;

they wound those who resort to them worse than their enemies."

― Emily Brontë, Wuthering Heights

PLAYLIST

Bitter Sweet Symphony – The Verve

Comedown – Bush

Someone You Loved – Lewis Capaldi

Mastermind – Taylor Swift

Jar of Hearts – Christina Perri

Say Something – A Great Big World

Sign of the Times – Harry Styles

Closer – The Chainsmokers

Pillowtalk – Zayn

Elastic Heart – Sia

PROLOGUE

GRACE

Miss me, Kitten? Ryatt asked, his voice raspy from lack of sleep. It was nearly three in the morning but after tossing and turning for a few hours, I decided to go for a late-night swim. My phone had rung after only three laps. 

How’d you know I was awake?

You always swim in the middle of the night when you have a lot on your mind… and I watch the cameras, he confessed.

I glanced up at the security device, wishing I could see him right now too. Are you still coming tomorrow? I asked. I miss you so much.

He was silent for a moment. Too much going on, Gracie. That was an understatement, and I wished I could have been there for him when he’d heard the news. I think you should stay awhile, he added, causing my heart to palpitate in my chest.

"I should be with you," I replied, a lump forming in my throat. It had already been too long since I’d seen him, been able to touch him.

Losing a brother is one thing, but a twin… his voice trailed off before he cleared his throat as silence stretched between us. You’re needed there, Grace.

"And you don’t need me?" I asked as tears clung to my lashes, threatening to spill down my cheeks.

His voice was void of emotion as he replied, You still have a duty to fulfill. 

1

RYDER

Ryatt has lost it, Relic rasped.

I tossed my phone beside me before I grabbed Wren’s hips, guiding her slowly up and down my thick length.

How is that my problem? I groaned, thrusting upward with agitation and causing Wren to whimper from the harsh intrusion. I loved it when she snuck into my bed after my brother fell asleep for a little fun. He’d become possessive over her lately and I’d backed off because I didn’t need to deal with his temper tantrums, and keeping the peace was more important than any pussy. But I still had needs, and our little pseudo-stepsister was convenient, and always dripping wet.

Because he’s heading your way.

Now? I rasped, slapping Wren on the ass and motioning for her to get off me as I took my phone off speaker, so our conversation was private. Her lower lip jutted out in a pout as she did what she was told.

I sat up and pushed to my feet. Where is he? I asked as I shrugged on my sleep pants and slipped out of my room onto the balcony so I could speak more freely.

He’ll be leaving in a day or two. He’s bringing Grace to you.

Really? I asked in disbelief. What happened?

Some girl went missing. He claims he wasn’t fucking her but… his voice trailed off. Now she’s dead.

I ran my palm over my face, trying to process that information. Damage control?

Not yet. Nothing is leading his way, but I’m going to look into it.

Does Grace know?

No. I think that’s why he’s bringing her to you, to keep her out of the way. We’ll need to have a rules meeting, which is why I wanted to talk to you first.

What do you have in mind? I asked as I heard Wren’s feet pad softly across the floor before she stood next to me on my balcony, leaning against the railing completely nude. It was weird dealing with Relic now that Marco was gone. He was still our brother, but no longer our equal. One day Ryatt would surpass us all in power, but for now, the balance had skewed toward Relic, and he was going to take advantage of every moment he had in that position.

The rules are she sleeps with a son from each house. Nowhere does it mention she has to fuck both you and Ryker.

My eyes flitted to Wren, running my fingers through her long plum hair, before fisting it and guiding her to her knees. She smirked up at me as she tugged down my sleep slacks and pulled my aching cock from the confines of the fabric. I hissed as she flicked her tongue against the piercing on the head before focusing back on the call. I’m listening.

You’re the oldest twin. I say we propose that you alone get the offering.

Ryker will lose his shit, I added.

That’s the point.

I groaned, rocking my hips forward. You’re playing with fire. He’s already willing to burn everything to the ground over the situation we have here. I ran my fingers along Wren’s jaw as she took me deeper.

Relic barked out a laugh. That’s because you’re fucking his girl. Not that I blame you. But you started that fire yourself. And I know it will make it easier for you to get on your throne when Arlo steps down. Control his heart, and you control the kingdom. That’s why Grace is so dangerous to us. She won’t bring us together. She’s going to destroy us.

I looked down at my stepsister as she peered up at me with wide grassy eyes, through her thick lashes. He was right. I’d caused the fractures between my brother and me. But he had no more of a claim over Wren than I did. She was ours to share, a gift from Arlo. Ryker was the one who went and fell for her. He’d made himself weak. And in my world, the strong took advantage of that. It was kill or be killed. But he was still closer to me than any of my other brothers.

What makes you think I’d side with you over him? I asked, rocking my hips forward into Wren’s eager mouth.

Because we both know you don’t have a heart for anyone to steal, Ryder. You’d snap that little bird’s neck if you had to. The line went dead, and I smirked, my fingers twisted tighter in Wren’s lavender hair as I held her head still, causing her to choke on my cock, her throat constricting and releasing. Shh… that’s it. Good girl. Tears ran from the corners of her eyes, and she struggled against my grip as I shot my load down her throat, forcing her to drink every last drop I gave her before releasing her and letting