A short story collection of relationships between friends and lovers. Discover how people can overcome the challenges that arise as individuals choose to interact with others for friendship, love, and family.
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A short story collection of relationships between friends and lovers. Discover how people can overcome the challenges that arise as individuals choose to interact with others for friendship, love, and family.
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Trusted Friends and Lovers, by Roxanne Burkey and Charles Breakfield, is an engaging collection of short stories exploring themes of love, friendship, and family. This compilation features seven interconnected tales: Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"Fears, Tears, or CheersÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? follows Jo, a Brazilian model, and JJ, a Chief Master Sergeant. Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"Hidden TargetÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? introduces Brayson, a cyber security expert, and Marian, a former Air Force member. Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"Remember the FutureÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? centers on Wolfgang, his daughter Julianne, and his grandson Jacob. Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"Caribbean DreamÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? showcases Judith and Zee, friends working in San Juan to fund their college education. Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"LoveÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¾Ã?¢s EnigmaÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? features Buzz and Zara, a couple who moves to San Juan and become teachers. Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"The JewelÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? presents Haddy and Otto, new parents to a baby daughter. Ã?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â?¦"Hot ChocolateÃ?Æ'Ã?¢Ã?¢ââ?¬Å¡Ã?¬Ã?â??Ã?Â? highlights Petra and Jacob, along with their young son, JW.
To fully appreciate this collection, it is recommended to read it alongside the authors' other works, as these stories provide additional insights into the characters from the Enigma series. The collection effectively highlights pivotal moments in the characters' lives, and several stories are beautifully interconnected, especially those depicting generational family relationships.
Set in diverse locations worldwide, the stories encompass a wide range of scenarios, such as distant memories, first meetings, reunions, proposals, weddings, and family celebrations during winter holidays. These varied settings and events keep readers hooked and invested in the characters' journeys. After finishing this book, I was eager to delve deeper into the lives of the characters featured and explore the authors' other works. A couple of the short stories felt rushed, with months or years passing in just a few pages. Additionally, some backstory details about the characters could have been conveyed more naturally. For instance, descriptions about Jo and JJ would have flowed better as part of the narrative rather than through dialogue, which occasionally felt unnatural. Despite this, Trusted Friends and Lovers remains a captivating read.
The collection's ability to weave together rich, interrelated stories makes it a worthwhile addition to the Enigma series. Fans of the series and new readers alike will find much to enjoy in this exploration of relationships and life's significant moments.