The Familiar Man: A Short Story

By T. R. Stoddard

A two part short that explains the real reason for a man's disappearance. Discover the unlikely connection between him and Alice. This short is to test people's interest in a possible follow-up novel.

• Language: English
• Publisher: T. R. Stoddard
• Release date: Apr 14, 2013
• ISBN: 9781301364404

T. R. Stoddard

T.R. Stoddard is the author of her own wild imagination. Psychological thrillers and unique young adult fiction are her forte, but she hopes to one day make a contribution to each major genre. Stoddard has two novels and one short story currently in circulation, and spends her free time creating more. She lives in Orlando, Fl with her boyfriend and their rescue dog Harry PAWter.

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The Familiar Man

T.R. Stoddard

The Familiar Man

2013 Smashwords Edition

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Part One: The Familiar Man

In the middle of the meadow, my life changed forever. A favorite pastime of mine was transformed into something sinister. I was no longer alone, a strange man stood there beside me. As I took in his haggard, emaciated features there was something familiar about him. I wanted to run home as fast as my feet would carry me, but I felt drawn to the man. The need to discover an unknown connection overrode my better judgment.

I feel like I know you. I spoke softly as not to startle him, the wild look in his eyes painted a picture of hardship. Even as I stared into his troubled eyes, I knew he wasn’t a threat to me. He didn’t respond, not even the slightest blink of recognition.

Are you hurt? Do you need help? I asked, wondering if he could hear me. Again he said nothing.

I knew it was a bad idea to approach the man, but I did it