The South Texas desert is vast, unforgiving, and full of secrets. So is Helena's life. Taken from everything she once knew, Helena is drawn into a world of power and rivalry at Canaan Ranch. There, survival demands sacrifice, and the bonds of family can wound as deeply as they protect. Yet even in the harshest places, a promise waits to be discovered.

Rejected reimagines the forgotten voice of Hagar from Genesis through a modern lens. It is a story of loss and endurance, of a mother's fierce devotion, and of finding purpose when the world seeks to erase you.

Trigger warning: This story contains themes portraying the realities of human trafficking and modern slavery, including child sexual exploitation, prostitution, sexual assault, and forced sexual experiences. It also depicts emotional abuse and trauma. Reader discretion is advised. Be sure to read the Author's Note and visit the blog on www.lizard-books.com for more details on these triggers.