Washington territory, mid 1880’s
Beautiful twins Pearl and Lena have just turned eighteen, the age when a young lady’s thoughts should turn to marriage and children. They are having none of it. They live in a fine home, have generous allowances, and aren’t required to participate in anything unappealing like housework.
When they accompany their mother to visit a sickly aunt, they are unaware that the modest farm house where they will be staying is about to become a finishing school for wayward girls.
Their uncle and aunt, along with their two principled sons, are prepared to help the girls find healthier, community-minded attitudes. The girls don’t have to stay if they don’t want to. Their father has left instructions for them to be sent to an alternative destination, but it’s the stuff of nightmares.
Long before A Time For Will and A Time For Hope, Jackson and Nate learned, hands on, the skills of being heads of the household.
This short story contains B&D themes which may be unsuitable for some readers. Discretion is advised.
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Hugh is everything Maxine wants, but he’s the last thing she needs.
Maxine Milne has climbed the corporate ladder so quickly, she hasn’t stopped to catch her breath, let alone find male company to gratify her hungry moments. Then she meets articulate, handsome Hugh Bergman, a man who radiates sensual charm. She is enthralled.
Hugh locks eyes with her and the attraction is beyond mutual. It is irresistible.
From their first kiss, desire flows hot and fast.
The demands of Maxine’s executive role soon curtail the time she has for Hugh. Unknown to her, he has a backup friend for the empty hours. He has several backup friends.
As the heat of Hugh’s attention cools, Maxine recognizes the signs of a man who is ready to move on. Always a forward thinker, she makes the first move and walks away. No emotionally charged breakup scenes for her.
But Hugh has left an indelible impression on Maxine’s heart; she cannot forget him. When they meet again, many years later, it’s a reunion he’ll never forget.
This short story contains B&D themes which may be unsuitable for some readers. Discretion is advised.