Free Short Story: The Reason Why

April 17, 2019Written by Dara

Carolyn Thomas only wanted a pack of gum.
She didn’t want another date with the nice guy who had asked her out or to notice the child in the crowded convenience store.
A child with frightened eyes. A child who reminded her of herself.
Carolyn wanted to leave the store and forget them both.
But Carolyn wouldn’t get what she wanted…
A short story about the unexpected consequences of one look.

“The Reason Why” by National Bestselling author Dara Girard is free on this site from only the 17^th to 24^th .

This story is available in “Dark Love: Five Story Collection” as well as an individual story through different retailers here.

The Reason Why

Dara Girard

A free short story is posted every month and will only be available from the 17th to the 24th. If you missed this one, you can still get it by clicking the links above. And remember to come back next month!

Free Story mystery, short story, suspense

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