Life Happens on the Stairs And there's no running when it's your turn...
Winner of the 2018 Breakthrough Novel Awards 3rd Place, Young Adult Romance - 2016 Linda Howard Award of Excellence Elsie Richardsonโs world crumbles when her dad drops from a seizure at the 4th of July festival. The reality that his brain tumor is back with a vengeance slams the 17-year-old aspiring artist and her family into intense hardship. Her mom needs help to make ends meet, forcing Elsie into adulting overnight. On top of that, Elsieโs caustic, grudge-holding brother is on his way home, and Elsie fears he will only make matters worse. Feeling alone and hopeless, Elsie does as sheโs told and goes to work with her mom. Thatโs when she meets Tyler Vaughn, the grandson of her momโs wealthiest client. After he invites her to go jogging at the historical Shiloh National Military Park, Elsie is warned by her mom to stay away from the wealthy, young man. Elsie gets the notice a bit too late, and so she lies about who sheโs meeting each morning. Over the next few weeks, Tyler becomes her secret solace amidst all the uncertainty sheโs facing. But when reality strikes and her private world crashes, she's forced to find her inner strength on her own. Amy J. Markstahler's Life Happens on the Stairs will touch your heart in many ways. It's a hopeful story that reminds us of the miracle of love and family, and the possibility of second chances. If you enjoy realistic fiction with a love story that will give you all the feels, this award-winning debut novel is a must read. Life gave her an assignment One she didnโt choose Lost for answers She felt beaten and bruised... The days dragged on Hopeless and dark Until she met the one Who lit a spark... She needed a place Somewhere to hide He professed his devotion Yet, she lied and lied... She was stuck in adulting Forced to be strong Time was ticking Her dad didnโt have long... Ashamed and embarrassed She could barely breathe Torn between family And a companion she needs. Copyright ยฉ 2018 Amy J. Markstahler Life Happens on the Stairs Connect with Amy J. Markstahler http://www.amyjmarkstahler.com On Twitter: @Ajmarkstahler On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ajmarkstahler****