Familiar Stranger
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Last published Fri, Aug 8, 2025
As I rummaged through my pocket for the car keys, a deep, low voice pierced the air, sending shivers down my spine. "Rose Ann Joy?" Frozen, I turned to face the speaker, my heart racing with a mix of emotions. A tall, lean figure stood before me, clad in a black jacket, jeans, and boots, his face eerily familiar. The last person I wanted to see, yet the one I couldn't forget.
His eyes sparkled with a hint of surprise, and a smile spread across his face as he took a step closer. "It's really you," he whispered, his voice laced with incredulity. I stood there, my expression a picture of shock, my voice caught in my throat.
"Remember me?" he asked, his eyes searching mine. I didn't need to respond; the memories came flooding back. My lips barely moved as I whispered his name, "Charles." His smile widened, and he took another step closer. "Charles Andrews," he replied, his voice dripping with nostalgia.
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FAMILIAR STRANGER
"When Rose Ann Joy's life intersects with Charles Andrews' again, thirteen years after their high school days, the past comes rushing back. Their chance encounter sparks a mix of emotions, from nostalgia to unease. As they reconnect, old feelings resurface, but the present threatens to tear them apart. Charles is engaged, and Rose is leaving for a new life abroad. Yet, they can't deny the connection that still binds them.
As they navigate the what-ifs and maybes, Rose and Charles must confront the choices they've made and the secrets they've kept. Will they find a way to rekindle their love, or will the weight of their unfinished business crush them? "Familiar Stranger" is a poignant tale of first love, second chances, and the complexities of the human heart."
AUTHOR'S NOTE
This book deals with mature themes, including heartbreak, infidelity, and the complexities of relationships. It may not be suitable for all audiences, especially younger readers. Reader discretion is advised.
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