The Romantic Misadventures of a Modern Woman

By Jessica Brown

Nita was heartbroken. She just lost what she thought was the love of her life. Her friend, Hannah, helps her out of her depression by giving her opportunities to talk about her problems and meet new friends. They begin reading and discussing a book on Christian dating that helps them begin to see how valuable they are. They are inspired to require others to value them more highly. Together, they try some of the modern methods people use, in the 21st century, to find romance, and meet some very interesting characters along the way. They find some wise and often eye-opening advice from each other, a concerned neighbor and a caring church community
Set in the town of Karberry, a community that could be situated on the outskirts of any American city, the women in "The Romantic Misadventures of a Modern Woman", struggle with the limits that their faith leads them to place on themselves when it comes to dating and relationships. They discover how to enjoy spending time with men without compromising their convictions.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Shh Publishing
• Release date: Aug 29, 2014
• ISBN: 9781311597366

Jessica Brown

With degrees in English and creative writing, Jessica Brown is currently pursuing her PhD at the University of Limerick. Her publications include an essay in the book Jane Austen and the Arts, articles in Journal for Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, as well as the children’s novel The River Boy and several short stories and creative nonfiction essays. Born and raised in southeast Texas, she now lives with her husband and son in County Clare.

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The Romantic Misadventures of a Modern Woman

By: Jessica Brown

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INTRODUCTION

Nita was heartbroken. She just lost what she thought was the love of her life. Her friend, Hannah, helps her out of her depression by giving her opportunities to talk about her problems and meet new friends. They begin reading and discussing a book on Christian dating that helps them begin to see how valuable they are. They are inspired to require others to value them more highly. Together, they try some of the modern methods people use, in the 21st century, to find romance, and meet some very interesting characters along the way. They find some wise and often eye-opening advice from each other, a concerned neighbor and a caring church community

Set in the town of Karberry, a community that could be situated on the outskirts of any American city, the women in The Romantic Misadventures of a Modern Woman, struggle with the limits that their faith leads them to place on themselves when it comes to dating and relationships. They discover how to enjoy spending time with men without compromising their convictions.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

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Chapter 1 Two Friends and a Book

Chapter 2 Glad-Fun

Chapter 3 Pot-Luck

Chapter 4 We Want to Give You Away

Chapter 5 Telephone Book Club

Chapter 6 Speed Dating

Chapter 7 Mysterious Envelope

Chapter 8 Hook Up - Work Out

Chapter 9 Thoughts and Emails

Chapter 10 Mrs. Foster's Garden

Chapter 11 Online Dating

Chapter 12 Mixing It Up

Chapter 13 Planning Together

Chapter 14 Writing a Reply

Chapter 15 Going Through the Closet

Chapter 16 Singles Conference

Chapter 17 Elle Opens Up

Chapter 18 Decompression

Chapter 19 Lunch Date

Chapter 20 Help for Hard Questions

Chapter 21 Delivering Baskets

Chapter 22 Hannah’s Surprises

Chapter 23 Group Date

Chapter 24 Sitting in the Sun Room

Chapter 1

Two Friends and a Book

You’re ridiculous! Nita shouted, giggling. I am sure I would notice if any man approached me with a line like that! But, seriously, we have been on the phone almost two hours and I have got to go… Stop laughing at me before I hang up on you. Yeah, right, we’ll talk about that later. OK, Hannah Solo, love ya girl. Bye.

Hannah Solis was a good friend. Her edgy sense of humor used get her into trouble, but she'd proved to be a devoted BFF to Nita time and again. And that is exactly what she needed. After a devastating break-up last year, without Hannah, Nita could have fallen into a much deeper depression and likely would be there still. Her Star Wars inspired nickname came from their mutual love of the franchise. Although Nita never chose a nickname for herself based on one of her favorite characters, Hannah's handle was a no-brainer.

Nita was in a much better place compared to a year ago. Hannah began inviting her to for lunch every Wednesday, and they would go out for smoothies at least once a month, after church. Even on days when Nita did not go to church, she would still meet Hannah. Both women now looked forward to their time together.

Over taco salad and flan, Hannah announced, I think you're ready and handed her a paperback.

What's this? Nita asked, surprised.

It's a book! Hannah said, with a mischievous smirk. You know, the one the singles group read at church over the summer: 'Introduction to the Christian Single Life' by Dr. Challis Horkern.

Oh, and I'm ready...?

"Yeah, seems like you're almost back to normal after all the Funderman drama. You're happy again." Hannah stirred the last bits of ic'e in her glass with her straw as if urging them to hurry up and melt already.

It's time for you to get back out there. I thought we'd read and discuss each chapter. It'll be like having our own private book club on the telephone. Wanna' do it?

Sure, I guess. Nita nodded, unsure that her friend had correctly assessed her current emotional state.

Let's take it one chapter at a time; we'll go at our own pace so it doesn't become too much.

OK Nita tucked her present carefully into her purse with a muted excitement about their new reading project.

Chapter 2

Glad-Fun

Ready? Nita thought. Am I ready? Her mind went back to the break-up. Henry Gladstone Funderman seemed almost perfect. Living up to his names, he was generally up-beat, and always a lot of fun. He worked hard and had a plan for his life.