In the quiet of a 2:00 AM driveway, Ryder finally dropped his guard. Leaning against Taytum's car, he traded his usual bravado for a raw honesty he'd never shared with anyone, speaking about his troubled past (WARNING: THERE IS MENTION OF ABUSE) and admitting that he'd never just talked with a girl like this before. This newfound vulnerability mirrored the charm he showed earlier that night; despite his rough edges, he had effortlessly won over Taytum's mom and aunt with his wit and respect, proving he was much more than just the life of the party.

WARNING: THERE IS MENTION OF ABUSE

Welcome back for a new episode and a new story called Sparks in The Quiet! It is a true story but all the names have been changed and Ryder’s perspective is made up. I decided to write a true story because I know a lot of people go through this situation and I wanted my listeners to be able to relate. I hope you guys enjoy this story as much as I do! Also check out cozyearth.com/discount/FIRESIDE and use the promo code fireside and get 21% off your whole order!

This is the last episode of The Warmth Beneath the Pines, I hope you guys enjoyed it! There is a sneak peek of the new book that I’m going to start next week! But in this last episode Hazel and Weston go back to the forest and they finally figure out why they both have the same pendants. After they find out why, they both tell each other they love each other and end up staying together. Thank you so much for listening to this story! Again if you have a story you want me to read or if you have any questions or comments email me at thefiresidehours@mail.com!