Bobby and Joelle had known each other since they were ten. "Love at first sight" would be the description from Bobby. "Friends forever" would be how Joelle would describe them. By the time they hit high school, Joelle had fallen madly in love and snagged the rich boy from the Hill. Bobby on the other hand had played the field with the girls from Tubtown, the other side of the tracks kind of neighborhood. Joelle was going places, just not the places she expected.

When Joelle found herself in trouble she turned to her friend. As always, Bobby was there for her. They married and lived a life full of children, grandchildren, love and trust. At least that was what they thought until the past came to call one day.

Bobby and Joelle were suddenly faced with the lies that had kept them together and could now tear them apart. Was their marriage strong enough to be maintained in light of this exposure, or would it be the end for them?

THE MARRIAGE BED was a great story of love's ability to endure hardships. The characters were realistic and their hardships were authentically portrayed. It was a touching love story that gave hope for long lasting relationships. A very pleasant and enjoyable read.