Gwen Stokes is a Philadelphia-based executive who has spent her career building relationships and closing deals in the corporate world. While her professional life centers on strategy and communication, storytelling has always lived quietly in her heart. She began writing this book during the lockdown-what started as a creative outlet soon became a lifeline, a way to stay connected to her beloved brother as he battled illness. Through writing, she discovered not only a story that demanded to be told but also a deeper understanding of love, family, loss, and resilience.When she's not crafting characters and worlds, she can be found on the golf course, tending to her garden, experimenting in the kitchen, or exploring her beloved city of Philadelphia. This novel was written from the heart-her first, but certainly not her last.