“Look at me,” he says softly. 
I suck in a breath and match his expectant stare. 
“You can be vulnerable with me, Avalon.” 
My mind races in suit with my heart. 
“I’m terrified,” I admit. 
“So am I,” he agrees, his voice only a whisper now. “But I think you’re worth it.” 
*
Avalon Stone is a twenty-three-year-old software engineer whose world has just been turned upside down. After finding out she is sick AND seeing her fiance in bed with another woman, Avalon embarks on a series of hilarious dates to get over her ex and live life to the fullest. This is when she meets Alexander Woods, the mysteriously handsome bartender with a dark secret. As the clock ticks and their love unravels, forces threaten to pull the two apart. Will Alexander save Avalon, or will she crumble to ash?

Dying to Live is created by Halle Rae, an eGlobal Creative Publishing author.

DYING TO LIVE

How could I let this happen? The moment I open my eyes, I’m filled with heavy dread. Of course my body would choose to give out during a date with Alexander, the one person who doesn’t know I’m sick! 


I can’t even imagine what must be going through his head. It takes me a second to realize he’s no longer next to me in bed. I vaguely remember falling asleep with his strong arm around me, but now the space next to me is empty. 


I let out a groan and throw my face into the pillows. 


This changes everything. The universe is punishing me for keeping such a vital secret from Alexander, and I know I deserve it. 


My ears perk up at Mom’s familiar voice, and I glance toward the doorway. Her expression is hesitant, though a comforting smile sits on her lips. 


“I didn’t hear you come in last night…” 


“I don’t remember coming in last night,” I elaborate, earning a concerned look from Mom. 


Chapter Eighteen | Avalon