Echoes of Secrets by Carol Dawn

My past is a dangerous place.
Every day, I fight to keep my family safe, hidden from the truth of who I really am. My life is one of shadows and secrets, a web of lies designed to keep others away from the danger that follows me.
And then there’s her.
Evie. Her light pierces through my darkness, making it impossible to keep my distance. She’s relentless, breaking down my walls and forcing me to face the truth I’ve buried.
But the truth could destroy everything.
If anyone uncovers my real identity, the people I care about most will pay the price.
So, here’s what you need to know about me:
My name is Ryan Mitchell.
I’m 39 years old.
I was born on December 10, 1985, in Bakersville, West Virginia.
My parents, Angel and Dan Mitchell died when I was 13.
I was adopted one year later.
And I hate chocolate.
Only two of those things are true.
I’m 39 years old, and I really do hate chocolate.