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

“Martin, sweetheart, my family still loves me. Especially Edie, who now knows I didn’t cross over. But that is the love that came naturally. I’ve grown to love you and Anthony, which is something new. It doesn’t mean I have to stop loving my other family, it just means something different with them now. Please, come home this afternoon when you finish here. The real important work is at the house, and you two have to get it done.” Agnes faded and Martin sat at his desk, thinking.


Chapter 28