If it weren't for Eric's part of the story, this would have ended up on my DNF list. It almost killed me to finish reading it because while every book needs a little drama, this one took it too far without it making any sense at all. I'm still confused as to why the author took it down that path ...
No friends. No social life. No romantic relationships of any kind. Sure, I was voted ‘most shy’ by my high school class, but just because I’m quiet doesn’t mean I don’t have a rich inner life going on under the surface. I was never into things other people my age were into. In high school, my cla...
I tuck his arm through mine, and he doesn’t resist as I lead him to his room. Throwing back the comforter, I smooth the sheet and fluff up the pillows. He gingerly starts removing his shirt, but he winces when he tries to get it over his shoulders. Taking the initiative, I guide him over to the b...
“If I went back, I’d be in the state hospital by Christmas.” “Come stay with us,” Mama told her. “No. Willie’d have a fit.” “What do I care? You’re my only sister. You can help me with the business. Till you know where you’re at.” Grandma packed a lunch for us, and we left after church on Sunday,...
I flooded Will’s inbox with emails. I tried Ivy’s cell number to check if her new phone was up and running, but it’s not. I’m at my wit’s end. Something’s up. I can feel it.To take my mind off things, I decided to leave Ben in charge of the last two hayrides and asked my dad to ring up any purcha...
The sleet drips down my ears as I stare at the gaping hole before me. My dad comes over with an umbrella and stands beside me, but I brush him away. It’s too late. I’m already cold and wet—heartsick over regaining a friend only to lose him again. “I’m glad that Ivy brought...