Stranger In My Bed
Kimbal "Kim" Ingram's life spirals into chaos when Jamal, a man of considerable public stature, forces him into marriage. Their union is not one of love but of coercion, setting the stage for a relationship marked by discord and secrecy, as they must navigate this unwanted bond while keeping it hidden from the world.
Kim is disowned by his family not just for the marriage, but specifically because it is to another man, Jamal. In a family where traditional values and expectations are paramount, Kim's forced marriage to a man is anathema, leading to their outright rejection of him. This familial ostracism heightens Kim's isolation and the burden of secrecy.
Compounding the strain, Kim and Jamal do not get along; their relationship is characterized by conflict rather than companionship. Jamal's coercive actions have sown the seeds of a tumultuous marriage, where every interaction is a clash of wills.
Kim also battles an untreated multiple personality disorder, adding yet another layer of complexity to their already strained coexistence. As the public searches for the truth behind their relationship, Kim and Jamal must navigate their differences, the secrets they harbor, and the dynamics of control and resistance.