Seasons of the Heart

Seasons of the Heart: Three Novellas explores lives and relationships affected by the stress of searching for fulfillment through career choices. Happiness and Heartache highlights the difficulties Arthur and Carlee face when their careers with the FAA are unexpectedly ended-one for medical reasons the other for tragic circumstances beyond his control. As the couple tries to make a life together each must deal with burdens the other has brought into their relationship. Wager to Romance begins with a one-night stand between Robert and Ellen. When their son reaches adulthood the two reconnect to help Sheldon build a cattle-breeding empire. But life is not smooth sailing for the young entrepreneur as he and his new wife Brenda struggle with fidelity and a common purpose. In To Serve the Young Susan-a brilliant young woman driven to perfection-leaves home early despite her fathers wishes. While in pursuit of her first bachelors degree two young girls die while in her care. The tragedy sends Susan searching for fulfillment in a career that includes both medicine and law.