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Latest Release

Rotten Fruit

What do you get when you have a fragile psyche, a knack for self-sabotage, and a slew of mommy issues? Killer instincts.

The battle of the mind can rage the most extensive war. That’s what Rue’s therapist always told her, and she was desperate to stop the never-ending rug from being pulled from underneath her.

Determined to leave her troubled history behind, she relocates to Virginia for a fresh start. After significant strides to heal her wounds, Rue falls in love with Wyant Minnick, a seemingly perfect man with few flaws. After almost two years together, she believes she has finally found the love and stability she has craved since childhood. However, her fragile psyche starts to shatter when she discovers a lie that Wyant has been harboring. This devastating revelation sets off a chain of events that could have disastrous consequences for both.

Caught in an internal battle of self-sabotage, Rue transforms into an anti-hero, torn between her desire for a new life and the darkness within her. As the story unfolds, the lines between right and wrong blur, and Rue's secrets come to light. With each page, the suspense intensifies as Rue navigates the intricate web of her mind and grapples with her demons while struggling to come to terms with Wyant's potential betrayal.

In this gripping psychological thriller, delve into the complex world of Rue, a woman seeking solace from a haunting past. This captivating tale will have you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning the pages to unravel the mystery that will keep your mind guessing until the end.

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This book is a must read if you have ever wondered what its like to live inside (or with) a broken mind. The depth and understanding of mental health that is covered in this book makes you want to hold Rue close and tell her it will all be okay.

Kindle Customer Review

Praise & Reviews

This book had me on the edge of my seat for the entire length of it. I thought I had it figured out at one point and then, BAM! She throws in a twist! At the end I was left dumb founded, I couldn't believe what had happened. Definitely a lot different from my normal reads, but still so damn good!!! Can't wait to read more from her! 

"This book is a trip! You will gobble this thing up"

Click below to see the full review from this Booktoker! 

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Meet me at a signing! 

I would love to meet you! Here are the signings I'm currently planning to attend. If you would like to preorder from me for any of these events, you can do so for the 2024 ones  here. The 2025 preorder form is coming soon! 

Rain City Author Event, Seattle, WA, May 24th, 2025

Royal Book Bash: Under The Palms, Ft. Meyers, FL June 6th - 8th, 2025

Sexy and Sassy Signing (SASS) Norfolk, VA, June 28th, 2025

Be Love Spread Love, Las Vegas, NV, August 22nd-23rd, 2025

Lexington Legendary Book Bash Lexington, KY, September 6th, 2025

Violet Crown Author Event Austin, TX

September 20th, 2025

Beyond The Read Author Event (BRAE)  Columbus, OH, June 20th-22nd, 2025

Appearances

Traveling Bookshelf Grand Prairie, TX,

October 4th, 2025

Royal Book Bash Annapolis, MD, November 1st-2nd, 2025

A Very Merry Bookmas,  Manchester, NH, December 13th, 2025

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About D.W. Cole

I’m D.W. Cole—though my friends call me “Des.” As an Army veteran, I find joy in my life with my wonderful husband, Bruce aka Panda, our three energetic kids, and our beloved Cane Corso, Xena, who we affectionately refer to as our "baby horse." We currently call Richmond, VA, home. 

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