Girl in the Middle

By Evie Gaughan

A quirky short story about a woman who discovers that not all heroes wear capes... some of them don't even have a pulse. But they do have a name. Gerald.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Evie Gaughan
• Release date: Apr 22, 2020
• ISBN: 9780463590195

Evie Gaughan

Evie Gaughan is the bestselling author of The Story Collector, The Heirloom and The Mysterious Bakery On Rue De Paris.Living on the West Coast of Ireland, which is not renowned for its sunny climate, Evie escapes from the inclement weather into a converted attic to write stories and dream about underfloor heating.Inspired by her love of historical fiction, gothic mysteries and romantic comedies, Evie has crafted her own unique style of writing that is warm, engaging and full of humour. She is currently working on her third novel.

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It all started with the new mattress. Dark crescent moons under my eyes marked me out as a refugee from sleep, despite a nightly dose of wine, Benylin and any over-the-counter drugs that would preclude me from driving heavy machinery. On the clear and specific instructions from my older, sensible sister, I was