CONTENT INFORMATION for Love Lost Her Way and My Name is Tryst
Not suitable for those under the age of 21.
Avoid these books if you have any triggers surrounding childhood abuse of any kind.
THESE ARE NOT ROMANCE NOVELS
As a mature adult reader, it is your responsibility to check this information BEFORE you read these books. If you believe any of these themes may trigger you, or if you can’t find the information you require regarding triggering content, it’s best if you avoid these books.
WHAT ARE TRIGGERS?
There’s a difference between a “trigger” and discomfort, dislike, or a difference of opinion.
What is a trigger?
Triggers are sensory reminders that cause painful memories or certain symptoms to resurface. If you experienced a traumatic event, you likely remember certain sounds, smells, or sights related to that experience. Now, when you encounter these sensory reminders—known as “triggers”—you may get a feeling of anxiety, unease, or panic.
(source: psychcentral )
ON THIS PAGE you will find some of the most common triggering themes as well as broader warnings for the overall content of the story. Triggers are unique to each individual and for this reason it’s possible that not all triggering subjects will be listed.
Your mental health and wellbeing should be your first priority.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE RUIN SERIES
These biographical fiction novels are not romances.
They are stories of survival, devastation, and horrific abuse.
BOOK 1 - Love Lost Her Way ends positively (and happily) for the FMC after a horrific journey. This is a survivor story with some romantic elements.
This is an M/F story – The MCs identify as straight.
LOVE LOST HER WAY IS NOT A ROMANCE.
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BOOK 2 - My Name is Tryst does NOT end with a HEA.
The MC is the perpetrator/villain and does not survive.
This book is no longer available separately and should not be read as a standalone.
My Name is Tryst is an M/M story. MC1 is a sexual sadist (not to be confused with consensual sadism in a BDSM setting), his preference is for nonconsenting people of any sex/gender. MC2 identifies as gay.
MY NAME IS TRYST IS NOT A ROMANCE.
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BOOK 3 - Me and the Devil
This story focuses on the aftermath of the events from My Name is Tryst. It’s a story of guilt, shame, remorse and self-recrimination. This is an M/M story - MC1 identifies as gay. MC2 identifies as pansexual, though this is not explicitly stated. This book is available separately from the Ruin duet but cannot be read as a standalone.
ME AND THE DEVIL IS NOT A ROMANCE.
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These books are BIOGRAPHICAL FICTION.
They contain scenes from REAL LIFE experiences of REAL PEOPLE who have survived horrific abuse (where necessary it is with their FULL permission.)
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A Final Note about Love Lost Her Way
Love Lost Her Way is first and foremost, a story of survival after horrific sexual abuse. The consensual sex scenes that take place after Carlie’s rescue are not intense or highly detailed, and some fade to black. It was important to stay true to Carlie’s journey and not turn it into one centered around her sexual experiences. If you prefer high spice stories, Love Lost Her Way won’t be the book for you.
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A Final Note about My Name is Tryst
My Name is Tryst, while still biographical fiction, is much higher in spice. Most of the sex scenes in My Name is Tryst border on consensual non-consent, dubious consent, or rape, and almost all contain some form of violence. The main character, *Trystan, has multiple paraphilic disorders, and little to no empathy. Trystan’s main goal is to inflict pain on those around him, regardless of their age, gender identity, or sex.
He IS NOT supposed to be liked, and he DOES NOT get a happy ending.
*Writing this character DOES NOT mean the author condones their behaviour. Please use critical thinking skills. If you condone the actions of this character or identify with them or their actions, seek professional help immediately.
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ABOUT ME AND THE DEVIL
Me and the Devil follows the character, Glen, and his quest for vengeance in the aftermath of My Name is Tryst. You cannot read Me and the Devil as a stand-alone.
In My Name is Tryst, Glen meets Tryst at five years old. Glen was an abused child in a new town with no friends. What continued from there was an obsessive, manipulative, abusive, coercive, and volatile relationship that spanned over 20 years of Glen’s life. Me and the Devil follows Glen’s journey through grief, vengeance, guilt and self-recrimination, and acknowledgment.
This is not a story about redemption.
This is not a story about forgiveness.
Glen’s character is fully aware of his faults, his crimes, and his complicity, and at no point does he expect to be absolved. For the length of the story, Glen suffers from ACTIVE suicidal ideation. What takes him longer to acknowledge, is that the relationship he had, and the “love” he felt for Tryst was a traumatic bond to someone he believed loved him back, no matter how brutal or toxic that love was. This is a story of how irreparably damaged people (families) can destroy the lives of so many through coercive control and horrific manipulation and abuse.
Do not go into this story expecting a romance, a redemption arc, or a happy ever after.
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THIS IS NOT A ROMANCE
It is part of a biographical fiction series that explores nature vs nurture, the cycle of violence, and the brutal legacy left behind in the aftermath. It contains heavy emotional themes that will be highly triggering for some readers.
The decision to write biographical fiction was not taken lightly. Years of research, therapy, and discussions with CSA and trafficking survivors led me on a cathartic journey towards healing.
THIS IS NOT A ROMANCE
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To those who’ve supported me throughout my journey as an author, I want to thank you all so very much for showing me there are still amazing people in the book community. I appreciate you, and hope you know how much your support means to me.
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Julie Anne xox