Born and raised in Sacramento "Sac Town" California, as an only child, Xena Quay Vaughn would often lose herself in her creative writing. Her aspiration is to move to Los Angeles and become a successful writer in novels and screenplays. Once she arrives in LA, she embraces all the excitement and the promises it has to offer. At twenty-three years old, Xena fulfills that dream and never looks back.

Ten years later, Xena finds herself back in "Sac Town" and accidentally bumps into Adam Warren, the most handsome, sexy man she has ever seen. They thought about each other all the time and fell in love but a deep dark secret may spoil their relationship. Xena, along with her BFF, Renee return to Los Angeles.

Creatively written with humor, sauciness, and a sexy edge, CHOCOLATE LEMONS AND PEPPERMINT TEARS: The Bittersweet Life of Xena will keep the reader quickly turning the pages. The novel is set in Los Angeles during the 1990's; the reader will take a ride on a fantastic voyage down memory lane. The characters are relatable, intelligent, sexy and funny. Xena is attractive and successful; has issues with her weight; wears her hair in a short afro and dares anyone to say something about it. As a matter of fact, Xena's character takes on a lot of the author's appearance and her life...hmmm! Renee has a love for younger men, full of life and doesn't have any problem speaking her mind. Energetic and hilarious, this debut novel is sure to put a smile on your face.

Reviewed by Sharon Lewis
of The RAWSISTAZ(tm) Reviewers