On the outside, Lisa and Derek's union appeared to be a match made in heaven. They grew up in the same area, attended the same schools and were people of faith. Derek was attractive, quiet and a minister in his church. Lisa was an independent and educated woman. Little did Lisa know, Derek was holding on to the pain of his past. Derek was determined not let another woman hurt him. He would make sure of it. Derek became emotionally and verbally abusive. The only difference is Lisa was not going to continue suffering in silence. Lisa will discover that she has faith, courage, and strength to move forward without Derek. She had the power within that would guide her back to happy. About the Author: Growing up in the small town of Blaine, Mississippi, Teresa Smith loved reading and writing. She has a Masters Degree in Human Services. She is the proud mother of two sons and two grandsons. After You Say I Do Twice is Teresa's debut novel.