Romantic and erotic fiction at its finest. Stella is blessed with great beauty, but it brings her more unhappiness than she could ever believe possible. At seventeen, she falls deeply, happily in love and life is simple. Marrying her first love, Paul, the world is wonderful and full of eager expectations, especially after the birth of their baby son, Jon. But suddenly Stella's world is shattered and her heart broken, when Paul leaves her for another woman. Stella meets a Latin charmer named Pete and finds with him a passion so strong that it shocks her. However, the relationship has a dark side that is frightening, yet fascinating. There seems to be no escape from Pete's increasingly ardent demands. When Steve enters her life, Stella wonders if this gentle, caring man has come to her rescue. He is wealthy and so different from Pete. He gives her tender affection and a feeling of security. Both her lovers are powerful men in their own way and each is determined to possess her body and soul. Stella finds a true friend in Jill, who helps her through all her problems. Her first love, Paul keeps returning to her life, adding to her dilemmas. Does Stella make the right decisions? Author Diane Griffith blends real locations and incidents into her romantic fiction. She has just completed her second novel, A Moment to Remember, inspired by her childhood sweetheart in Wales. She is retired and now lives in Cyprus. Publisher's website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/ItMatteredYesterday.html