When the past repeats itself, can there be a different outcome?
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At the pizza shop, Margaret found herself seated in a booth next to Lukas. Throughout the unloading, she managed to keep her distance, but her luck had run out.
The years dropped away as she watched him lick sauce from his lips and wash down his pizza with a swig of soda. The past ten years might never have been.
He grinned and nodded at her plate. “You gonna eat that one?”
She pushed it toward him and he lifted the piece of pizza from her plate.
He raised his eyebrows, grinned, and waved it toward her. “You sure?”
Margaret nodded and chuckled. “Some things never change.” Their eyes met and she went back in time. Her heartbeat picked up and she could feel the warmth in her cheeks. Light touches and soft kisses flooded her memory. It was a few moments before she could breathe again and turn away.
“Some things aren’t meant to,” he said softly before taking a large bite of the pizza, his gaze never leaving hers.
Margaret pretended not to hear him. Hands clutched in her lap, she smiled at the jokes swirling around her. Her cheeks felt frozen in a perpetual smile that would crack at any moment.
As they left the restaurant, everyone headed for their vehicles while Margaret smiled and waved her thanks.
Once again, Lukas stood at her side, his shoulder brushing against hers as he smiled and waved alongside her as if they had both moved.
She took a deep breath and turned to him, studying his face as the last of the vehicles pulled out onto the street. Soft brown hair fell into his eyes, reminding her of the boy she once loved.
Returning her look, Lukas took both her hands in his strong ones and lifted a knuckle to her cheekbone.
The gesture made her want to cry. His sympathy was ten years too late.
“I wish things could be different, could have been different a long time ago.”
Margaret shook her head, rushing in, their gazes colliding. “That’s ancient history…ten years under the bridge. Let’s not dredge it up now. We were just kids.” She couldn’t relive that pain, not now. She already felt as if she was ready to splinter into a million pieces. She turned away, blinking back tears. As much as she would like to know why he walked out of her life, she knew now was not the time to find out. Maybe it never would be. Better to just let go, not that she’d had much luck with that in the past ten years.
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"I truly enjoyed this sweet short story. It moves quickly and I really enjoy second chance stories. Everyone deserves a second chance and since the main characters in this story are teachers, they need it even more so in my eyes. Can you tell I have a soft spot for them? Margaret's interaction with her students was very well written by the author and it added just another bit of sweetness to the story. I would highly recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a quick and very sweet story with a nice happy ending."
Rating: 4.5 books
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Reviewed by Periwinkle
"Ms. Snow wrote a beautiful book concerning second chances. This inspirational book is a realistic look at the emotional lives of two former friends. Snow's characters are expressive and they grab readers' attention and, in my case, leave a vivid impression. The willingness of Snow to show her spiritual side is another of her endearing qualities. She addresses the poignant relationship between her characters and God and makes a great impact. However, she doesn't do it in an offending way.
The ending of this book was exciting. It was, however, totally unexpected. The book has a certain pull others will be drawn to. I am proud to recommend this book to every age. It has a touching storyline which will remain with me after the last page is read."
Reviewer: Brenda Talley
4.5 Hearts
The Romance Studio
"This debut novel is an excellent showcase for the author’s talent. Daffodils is a sweet, touching story that makes the reader believe in love. Margaret’s heartbreak, sorrow, guilt—and cautiously re-emerging love—are expertly portrayed, tugging at the heart strings and tweaking the emotions. The pieces of the storyline come together, amidst a charming display of buds and blossoms, into a beautifully woven romance that won’t be easily forgotten."
Reviewed by Delia Latham
Author of The Solomon's Gate Series
Heaven's Touch in Earthly Tales...
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