Bea always felt that she really did have the best life. She is married to Lonnie, and they have two great kids. Little by little her life seems to be falling apart. Bea finds out that Lonnie has cheated on her, not just once that several times. One of these infidelities has produced a son. Others have just caused her secret to come alive again. Bea is also a surrogate for Lonnie's cousin. So, not only is she dealing with Lonnie, her secret, Bea is trying to protect the baby.

Bea's best friend is Awilda is also having problems in her marriage. Awilda is married to Dexter who has just learned that he has MS. Awilda just can't handle the problems in her life. These girls had become friends when they were young, and have remained best friends in their adult lives.

As things continue, Bea realizes that she must do something with her life. Bea knows that she can't continue keeping her secrets as they seem to be destroying everything, including the baby that she is carrying. One night during a dinner party, Bea loses it. Bea goes to the garage and gets the gun that is hiding there. The reason, she just wanted to scare Lonnie and Awilda. Bea has figured out the worst secret ever. Lonnie and Awilda have been having an affair.

Sadeqa Johnson writes this story like you wouldn't believe. I enjoyed how she detailed the relationship between two best friends. If you have a friend that has been with you through thick and thin, you will love this. Sedeqa also writes about the problem that some people have to go through in their lives

While reading AND THEN THERE WAS ME, my heart went out to Bea, a woman who thought she had it all but realizes her life is not what others picture it to be. Sadeqa is a great storyteller. If you really want to get a great book to read, pick this one up and enjoy.