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Travelers #3.5
Cobalt-Chrome
He has a piece of his heart to give... if he can find it.
All Sasha Roborovskiy wanted was to give his wife, Dusty, a special necklace for Valentine’s Day—except he’s accidentally lost it. Living on an island off the coast of post-apocalyptic America, he can’t just commission another one.
Worse still, when Sasha comes home late ashamed of his failure and not wearing his wedding ring, he unearths Dusty’s long-held fears of betrayal and abandonment. Despite his reassurances, Dusty’s worries deepen, extending beyond fears of infidelity to a belief that she doesn’t deserve the life she has.
Sasha’s love can’t fix his beloved wife’s terrible past, but the meaning behind the necklace can convey his devotion better than his words ever could… if he can find it.
All Sasha Roborovskiy wanted was to give his wife, Dusty, a special necklace for Valentine’s Day—except he’s accidentally lost it. Living on an island off the coast of post-apocalyptic America, he can’t just commission another one.
Worse still, when Sasha comes home late ashamed of his failure and not wearing his wedding ring, he unearths Dusty’s long-held fears of betrayal and abandonment. Despite his reassurances, Dusty’s worries deepen, extending beyond fears of infidelity to a belief that she doesn’t deserve the life she has.
Sasha’s love can’t fix his beloved wife’s terrible past, but the meaning behind the necklace can convey his devotion better than his words ever could… if he can find it.
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Al Hess
33 books222 followersAuthor of World Running Down, Key Lime Sky, Yours Celestially, and the award-winning Hep Cats of Boise series.
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December 28, 2020
She smiled, mouth trembling. “Cobalt-chrome is used for medical implants—fake teeth and hip bones. And fixing weak hearts.” He touched his chest scar. “I am giving you piece of my heart, for you to have always.”
Without giving away too much/spoilers, I want to say that I really enjoyed this very touching short story about Sasha and Dusty. The quote - above - really speaks volumes about how much he loves her and cherishes her. A lovely side story to the Travelers series.
If I recall correctly, this is - was - available as a freebie on the author's website. I wish to thank them for letting this wonderful short story be available, and I would recommend it to anyone who either likes/loves the Travelers series and/or likes dystopian genre books.
Without giving away too much/spoilers, I want to say that I really enjoyed this very touching short story about Sasha and Dusty. The quote - above - really speaks volumes about how much he loves her and cherishes her. A lovely side story to the Travelers series.
If I recall correctly, this is - was - available as a freebie on the author's website. I wish to thank them for letting this wonderful short story be available, and I would recommend it to anyone who either likes/loves the Travelers series and/or likes dystopian genre books.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 4, 2020
Another excellent short story from this thrilling, emotional series! I really do enjoy these stories & would recommend them!
July 6, 2019
An absolutely stodging wonderful character piece featuring Sasha and his beloved Dusty. The Travelers crew have to rally round when Sasha messes up (again) and help quell Dusty's nervous and doubting nature (again).
Gosh darn it, I love these two dysfunctional-in-a-good-way characters. Their flaws make a Happily Ever After just that little bit more difficult, but their beautifully sketched relationship (sometimes literally - you seen those illustrations?) wouldn't be worth rooting for if it weren't for their problems. They feel so real because they have so much to overcome.
Togetherness, be it between lovers, siblings or friends is the theme here. It's such a hopeful message, and not one you expect from the post-apocalypse. A little sigh of contentment in word form.
...and of course, all things Sasha get my vote of confidence! If you've at least read Chromeheart (which you should), this is a great side-story.
-Free e-book from the author's website-
Gosh darn it, I love these two dysfunctional-in-a-good-way characters. Their flaws make a Happily Ever After just that little bit more difficult, but their beautifully sketched relationship (sometimes literally - you seen those illustrations?) wouldn't be worth rooting for if it weren't for their problems. They feel so real because they have so much to overcome.
Togetherness, be it between lovers, siblings or friends is the theme here. It's such a hopeful message, and not one you expect from the post-apocalypse. A little sigh of contentment in word form.
...and of course, all things Sasha get my vote of confidence! If you've at least read Chromeheart (which you should), this is a great side-story.
-Free e-book from the author's website-
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