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Seventy: a short story of Lesbian rebirth
SEVENTY
So, what do you do when you’re two weeks away from turning seventy years of age and your life has been unremarkable in so many ways? You do what any red-blooded American Lesbian does…you lust after the most beautiful woman in the world.
Morgan had settled into a quiet, happy (albeit lonely) life on California’s central coast. Away from the hustle and bustle of southern California, she allowed the calming effects of the Pacific Ocean to lull her into a sense of security; or at least complacency.
Until…Sloane. Until, this gorgeous woman popped unexpectedly, wonderfully into Morgan’s life. Sloane with her bobbed blonde tresses, winning smile and the lightest, brightest ice-blue eyes. And, oh yes, a PhD! Yep, a Doctor of Philosophy, the interim Dean of the nearby community college; as opposed to Morgan’s just barely achieved Bachelor of Arts and accidental careers in everything from office receptionist to retail lackey.
Morgan couldn’t fathom what possessed her to think that this accomplished, stunning woman would want to have anything to do with her. And yet…
SEVENTY is a short story with an uplifting ending. Though there is no explicit sexual content, there are scenes of intimacy between two women.
So, what do you do when you’re two weeks away from turning seventy years of age and your life has been unremarkable in so many ways? You do what any red-blooded American Lesbian does…you lust after the most beautiful woman in the world.
Morgan had settled into a quiet, happy (albeit lonely) life on California’s central coast. Away from the hustle and bustle of southern California, she allowed the calming effects of the Pacific Ocean to lull her into a sense of security; or at least complacency.
Until…Sloane. Until, this gorgeous woman popped unexpectedly, wonderfully into Morgan’s life. Sloane with her bobbed blonde tresses, winning smile and the lightest, brightest ice-blue eyes. And, oh yes, a PhD! Yep, a Doctor of Philosophy, the interim Dean of the nearby community college; as opposed to Morgan’s just barely achieved Bachelor of Arts and accidental careers in everything from office receptionist to retail lackey.
Morgan couldn’t fathom what possessed her to think that this accomplished, stunning woman would want to have anything to do with her. And yet…
SEVENTY is a short story with an uplifting ending. Though there is no explicit sexual content, there are scenes of intimacy between two women.
- GenresRomance
146 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2022
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March 16, 2022
Morgan is approaching her 70th birthday. She's relocated from southern California to a mid-coast small town. Before she retired, she had a series of lower level, boring jobs and never realized her dream of becoming a writer. It's been 30 years since her last disastrous relationship and she's given up. That is until she meets Sloane. There's an instant attraction, but Morgan sees Sloane, the dean of a nearby college, as out of her league. Yet, Sloane keeps suggesting they get together.
This is a late in life love story focused on Morgan overcoming her own low self-esteem. The problem I had with the book was the writing, especially at the beginning. I didn't think the voice felt true, and in fact it felt annoying. At times she felt simple and at other times really intelligent. She used Yiddish words that I didn't think this character would know. She referred to college as "uni" which is British and not American.
I was aiming for two stars but then felt the book really picked up in the final 1/3 when the two character actually interacted and talked together. That part was more engaging for me as a reader.
This is a late in life love story focused on Morgan overcoming her own low self-esteem. The problem I had with the book was the writing, especially at the beginning. I didn't think the voice felt true, and in fact it felt annoying. At times she felt simple and at other times really intelligent. She used Yiddish words that I didn't think this character would know. She referred to college as "uni" which is British and not American.
I was aiming for two stars but then felt the book really picked up in the final 1/3 when the two character actually interacted and talked together. That part was more engaging for me as a reader.
February 26, 2022
Damn Good
I was smiling as I tried to think of a description for this story, and all I can think of is "Damn Good" because it is. This is completely character driven, with some interesting descriptions of the surroundings interspersed. There is no descriptive sex, there is plenty of thought, and amazingly it all works. This is written well enough that if you stick with it you'll be rewarded with feelings instead of explicit description. You'll root for these two and cheer for their accomplishments. I highly recommend this story.
I thought I'd leave one star off because of the missing sex scene, but it was just too good to hold back that star!
I was smiling as I tried to think of a description for this story, and all I can think of is "Damn Good" because it is. This is completely character driven, with some interesting descriptions of the surroundings interspersed. There is no descriptive sex, there is plenty of thought, and amazingly it all works. This is written well enough that if you stick with it you'll be rewarded with feelings instead of explicit description. You'll root for these two and cheer for their accomplishments. I highly recommend this story.
I thought I'd leave one star off because of the missing sex scene, but it was just too good to hold back that star!
March 17, 2023
I was surprised…
It is surprising to know that we still have angst from traumas long ago that can still haunt us at 70 y/o. I am nowhere near that age, but I can understand how you can feel inadequate, less than, and not entitled to have love at this age.
I lost my late spouse at 49. And now just turned 52. I have those fears of being too old to find love again. Seeing myself as a fading beauty and in gravity’s full embrace now.
However, this story gives me hope. She called the 61 y/o stunning, beautiful, supermodel looks and etc. I am grateful for this story. It has done my self esteem and ego wonders.
It is surprising to know that we still have angst from traumas long ago that can still haunt us at 70 y/o. I am nowhere near that age, but I can understand how you can feel inadequate, less than, and not entitled to have love at this age.
I lost my late spouse at 49. And now just turned 52. I have those fears of being too old to find love again. Seeing myself as a fading beauty and in gravity’s full embrace now.
However, this story gives me hope. She called the 61 y/o stunning, beautiful, supermodel looks and etc. I am grateful for this story. It has done my self esteem and ego wonders.
March 1, 2022
Sweet Story
I have to say, myself being 64, there are very few stories out there that focus on , shall we say, "mature" lesbians. I found this story to be very real life. The author does a great job letting us into the characters heads...which contains all the angst, the indecisiveness and the self doubt that all persons feel, no matter their age. And just because we may be older doesn't mean we cannot grow and evolve.
I think this author wrote a sweet love story with my absolute favourite.. an HEA. Well done!
I have to say, myself being 64, there are very few stories out there that focus on , shall we say, "mature" lesbians. I found this story to be very real life. The author does a great job letting us into the characters heads...which contains all the angst, the indecisiveness and the self doubt that all persons feel, no matter their age. And just because we may be older doesn't mean we cannot grow and evolve.
I think this author wrote a sweet love story with my absolute favourite.. an HEA. Well done!
March 3, 2022
Loved Story
This ranks up there with my all-time favorite lesbian love stories. Lynn Lauria has created characters you engage with, root for, and want to know all about. She’s crafted a story with the right mix of humor, heartache, affection, anxiety, an expansive vocabulary, companionship, heat, foodie fun, and love. I stopped reading about 10 pages from the final paragraph, not wanting the story to end. An hour or so later, after I read the conclusion, my next pastime was to see what else Lauria has published.
This ranks up there with my all-time favorite lesbian love stories. Lynn Lauria has created characters you engage with, root for, and want to know all about. She’s crafted a story with the right mix of humor, heartache, affection, anxiety, an expansive vocabulary, companionship, heat, foodie fun, and love. I stopped reading about 10 pages from the final paragraph, not wanting the story to end. An hour or so later, after I read the conclusion, my next pastime was to see what else Lauria has published.
March 13, 2022
This could be my life!
I absolutely love this book. Many of us in this age bracket, I'm sure
have felt this way, if we are without partners for long periods of time.
Morgan is a new favorite of mine, someone who has been through similar experiences, but now sees what true love can be.
I absolutely love this book. Many of us in this age bracket, I'm sure
have felt this way, if we are without partners for long periods of time.
Morgan is a new favorite of mine, someone who has been through similar experiences, but now sees what true love can be.
March 3, 2022
Refreshing!
This is a 'must read'. A tale for all ages. That the outward signs of grey hair and character lines don't have to negate the inner glow of joie de vivre. I laughed and I cried. But that's a life lived. What else can I say? Thank you, Lynn Lauria, for writing SEVENTY.
This is a 'must read'. A tale for all ages. That the outward signs of grey hair and character lines don't have to negate the inner glow of joie de vivre. I laughed and I cried. But that's a life lived. What else can I say? Thank you, Lynn Lauria, for writing SEVENTY.
March 6, 2022
Older women Rock
A great book and story for us sixty and seventy + young females. Well written, comical and informative. A short story that was written like a novel. We need more like this.
A great book and story for us sixty and seventy + young females. Well written, comical and informative. A short story that was written like a novel. We need more like this.
March 3, 2022
very good book
Maybe it’s because of my age but this was a very refreshing book. Many people think you get to a certain age and everything turns off. It doesn’t.
Maybe it’s because of my age but this was a very refreshing book. Many people think you get to a certain age and everything turns off. It doesn’t.
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March 3, 2022Lovely story
I enjoyed this story. It is nice to think of finding love late in life. We all deserve to be with someone we love at any age.
I enjoyed this story. It is nice to think of finding love late in life. We all deserve to be with someone we love at any age.
March 3, 2022
This was a wonderful, beautiful, sweet story. Absolutely loved the way it was written it felt so real. I will be looking up more from this author.
March 4, 2022
Very well written. So nice to read about falling in love later in life!
March 5, 2022
You're never too old to find love! ❤ .
Sweet story with lots of music references, life-long friendship, good food, beautiful scenery, & just the right amount of angst.
Sweet story with lots of music references, life-long friendship, good food, beautiful scenery, & just the right amount of angst.
April 2, 2022
Interesting
This story is very interesting about a seventy year old and a 61 year old who met and fell in love. They are so sweet together.
This story is very interesting about a seventy year old and a 61 year old who met and fell in love. They are so sweet together.
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