Leaving-home Stories

Kayla did what no Monroe girl had ever done before: she left, seeking wider spaces and new horizons beyond the Georgia skyline. But when returning to her hometown with her boyfriend for Christmas dinner, Kayla must reconcile with the family that she left behind and the relationships that she left in shambles.

Story takes place in the 1920s This is the story Zorell Dupree, a young twenty year old nurse who moves to the city working for a prestigious hospital. She is a small time girl thrown into the fast-paced world of the city. Her childhood friend Leland Freeman learns of her appointment and asks for her help. The woman he loves is a patient there, and he asks that she look after her. The two women become friends and Shanee Lavene, her newfound friend plays matchmaker with her old time friend Gavin Lorio. Thinking that Zorell is working much too hard she asks Gavin the take her out and show her a good time. Note: The cover was created by &Ruechari Note: My highest ranking came to today (5/26/16) at #30 in historical.

Short Story: After The War "The little bird has returned to its nest at last" Katya Grigoreva has returned home after ten long years in Moscow. However, she is disappointed to find how much things have changed in her beloved village after WWII. A short story, yet a beautiful and poignant tale where the protagonist has to learn to move on even after dealing with loss. "We might have won the War, but we lost a good deal more"