by R. D. Crock
An emotionally charged Southern drama of love, betrayal, and healing.

Some heartbreaks don’t scream—they bloom quietly on the floor.

When Javies surprises his wife with purple tulips—her favorite—he’s expecting romance, not betrayal. What he finds instead is the kind of silence that rearranges a man’s spirit. As petals fall and trust shatters, When the Tulips Fell begins with one devastating moment and unfolds into a powerful exploration of grief, forgiveness, and emotional rebirth.

Set in a vibrant Southern city, this compelling work of African American fiction weaves together the lives of three unforgettable characters: Javies, Shondra, and Rico. Each is on a journey through broken promises, quiet regrets, and the sacred, messy road to healing.

From rooftop brunches to church basement revivals, from late-night drinks to whispered prayers, this contemporary Black love story explores what it means to choose peace after pain—and whether some doors were never meant to reopen.

Fans of Christian fiction, urban romance, and emotional women’s fiction will find themselves deeply moved by this poetic, grounded tale of resilience, grace, and Southern soul.

If you’ve ever had to pick yourself up after love let you down—this one’s for you.