We needed something steady. (Sequel to Strawberry Ice Cream. Reading Strawberry Ice Cream is not needed for comprehension.)

Noah has never been the type to express his feelings. It isn't that he doesn't want to, the poor guy just can't. He freezes up at the thought of telling his best friend, Emily, he has loved her the moment they met each other. But when he finally gains enough strength to show his feelings, they are definitely not reciprocated. Then suddenly the cliché best friend romance is twisted into the reality of crumbling friendships, surprising revelations, and a certain red head just trying to help Noah through it all. If only life was as simple as clichés.

Long Story Short Definition: phrase used to introduce a shortened account of events. Usage: slang. Example: Long story short, I like you. Top ranks: short story #81, romance #230 [current beautiful cover by @lydiarse]