This snippet is from an upcoming book, Lies and Deception. Lies and Deception will be released by Dreamspinner Press in June/July 2018.
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His chest tightened at the idea that Finn, who was only twenty-three, didn’t have something to look forward to in life.
“It doesn’t hurt to have dreams,’ Mitch said softly.
Finn’s eyes flashed. “Having dreams means there’s something to lose when they don’t come true.”
“Having dreams means there’s something to strive for, to look forward to. And sometimes they do come true. You can’t lose hope to the point of not reaching for what will make you happy.” Mitch was surprised at the level of passion he could hear in his own voice. Was he referring to his own crazy thoughts about being with Finn?
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Have a great weekend and happy reading!
Nic xx
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Aw, that’s rough to be so jaded already at such a young age.
I had this very discussion with my teenage daughter yesterday – how it’s important to have dreams and to strive for something, no matter how small. It makes my heart sad when I hear of so many young people who have no hope 🙁
I’m with Mitch. 🙂
Me too 🙂
Aww, poor Finn. Sounds like he needs Mitch! <3
Aw. Dust off those dreams, Finn! 🙂
That’s a horrible way to feel. 🙁 Beautiful snippet, though.
Thank you <3
Wow, what a beautiful, powerful exchange! Well done!
Thanks <3
That short snippet shows very well the difference between the two. I can relate to both of them – some days I’m with Finn, others with Mitch. Nicely done.
Wonder what happened to Finn to make him feel so disenchanted with things.
Mitch is so right (and wondering what happened to crush Finn so)