The Meaning of Okay

Despite her efforts to move on, Kennedy Ellis is plagued by her traumatic past. Years after suffering sexual assault, she's left feeling irreparably damaged with frequent nightmares, unresolved pain, and not much hope for something better. That is, until a stranger moves into town and changes her mind about what her life could be.

Kennedy Ellis puts up a good front, but she's definitely not okay. Years after suffering sexual assault, Kennedy's trauma still manifests itself in relentless nightmares and dizzying anguish. She deals with it all by furiously burying her secrets and shame and avoiding intimacy of any kind. Rhys Curran moved to Texas to refocus on his career and start a new life not soured by his past. Soon after he meets Kennedy, his open mind and big heart unravel her ability to distance herself. As their friendship evolves, Kennedy's secrets begin to surface and she's forced to face each one. Will she ever be able to overcome her past—and will Rhys stick around if he finds out the truth beyond her story?

Cortney Raymond is not a morning person, but she doesn't know how to sleep in. She loves all things planner related, and in her free time, she enjoys reading and spending time with family. Cortney studied professional writing in college and has been a technical writer for 15 years. She has a BA in English and an MS in psychology.