H.D. Nels

When Martin Provost comes out to his family, his parents accept him but, surprisingly, his twin sister does not. On his way home, Martin’s car is hit by a truck that crosses into his lane. He survives the accident, but barely -- he is unresponsive. Anthony Carsen is a widower trying to deal with his partner’s suicide. He lives near the scene of Martin’s accident and rushes to help, though he thinks he might be too late. Though Martin’s body is in a coma, his spirit is drawn to Anthony, and soon the two fall in love. But Martin’s isn’t the only presence in Anthony’s home, and soon other spirits make their presences known. Martin isn’t dead, but his life is fading fast. Can Anthony convince his spirit to return to his body? Will Anthony’s late partner leave him and Martin in peace to pursue their love? If the spirit is willing ...

If the Spirit Is Willing

Once dinner was done and the conversation died, Tina invited Megan back to her place for tea. Megan gratefully accepted. The ladies said their goodbyes and Anthony went back to his coffee. What if Martin doesn’t remember me when his body and spirit are united? That would be as bad as losing him to death. He stood and shook his head. He knew it would be better for Martin to live, even if he didn’t remember the man whose life he infiltrated so deeply.


Chapter 16