Money is often called the root of all evil, but really, it’s not the money that causes problems—it’s the way people act when they have it. In these three stories, big sums of money revealed the true sides of those involved. Some people tried to take control, while others tried to fix what had been broken. You’ll read about how money and lies caused family turmoil—and, in one case, how it all turned out in the end. 1. My Stepmom Tried Kicking Me Out Only to Discover Something Shocking About

The day of my wedding was supposed to be magical—a perfect fairy tale—but it all came crashing down with one text. That message shattered my dreams, and in an instant, I no longer felt the same way about the man I was supposed to marry. The man I thought was my forever. Everything had been so beautiful up until that point. The air smelled of fresh lilies, the soft hum of laughter filled the room, and my bridesmaids were adjusting every little detail of my gown, making sure everything was

I wish I could say I was just being paranoid. That my mind was playing tricks on me, and that all my worries came from being tired and stressed. But I know the truth now—I wasn’t crazy. My suspicions weren’t just imagination. And I would give anything, anything, to have been wrong. My name is Martha, and I’m a mom to a bright and curious four-year-old named Beverly. My husband, Jason, and I both work full-time, so Bev spends most of the week at daycare. Honestly, it wasn’t ideal, but