Heartache's Redemption

By Shonnelle Alleyne

Heartache's Redemption is a story about two hearts unsure if they would find love again. When our expectations of someone becomes shattered it's hard to find the pieces to put it back together. Often, the pieces we are looking for are never found. In this story, his scars run deeper than he thought. For her, they are fresh wounds. Will they trust God with their missing pieces? Will they allow God to heal their pain, or will they choose to live with it? They both begin a new chapter in life, will it be alone, or with someone new?

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• Language: English
• Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Jul 26, 2021
• ISBN: 9781098086916

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Heartache's Redemption

Shonnelle Alleyne

Copyright © 2021 by Shonnelle Alleyne

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Two Hearts

It was a warm summer evening, and the dock was filled with laughter, shoppers, and people enjoying their Wednesday evening. Glassware breaking echoed from the open kitchens and the aroma of fried fish filled the air. This was my favorite place to come when I wanted to relax after a long day and simply enjoy the beauty the dock had to offer during the summer months. I sat watching everyone pass by. My stomach began to rumble as I waited for my order of fried fish, butternut squash, and a side of fries. Fishin’It was my favorite place to eat, although any place along the dock would leave you wanting more. But there was something at Fishin’It that kept me coming back. Perhaps it was the oil, the seasoning, or the service that did it, but whatever it was I was hooked.

The fork chimed on the plate after I put the last piece of fish in my mouth and leaned back to savor the taste. With my eyes closed, I took in a deep breath only to open them to the most beautiful sight I have seen in a long time. The voice perked my ears and made me tingle inside just like a young schoolgirl getting her first kiss. He was sitting at the table in front of me. Where did he come from? Who was he with? He could not be alone? I mean, who would dare leave him alone on such a beautiful evening.

Here’s your check, ma’am.

Thank, you.

Now the waiter wants to come quickly! Can’t he see I’m waiting to see who will sit in that vacant chair? How could I stall? What else could I do? As I stood up to gather my things, I dared to look at the mystery man to perhaps, well, I don’t know. He looked up and smiled. Okay, was this a cue, is he asking me to sit down,