Ruined — Brittany Butler

Hayze Clark had accepted the universe loathed him long ago. He was accustomed to covering his past and constant-anxious mind with girls, drugs, and alcohol. When Taylor Thompson comes stumbling into a bar, his core is shaken. For the first time in his life, he begins to question if what he is doing is right. He begins to develop feelings for her, and it appears she's into him as well. The problem is, she can't know anything about his past. Instead of showing her how he really cares, he begins to lash out. Afraid someone will tell her the truth, he's constantly on edge. With his odd behavior, and constant need to keep her at arm's length, she begins to connect the dots. And the unthinkable happens. When the truth comes to light, Taylor is left unsure that she, nor anyone else, can help Hayze Clark.