I want to
breathe.
I want to
feel alive again.
I don’t
want to feel the pain.
I want it
all back, but it’s gone.
I hear every sound, every laugh, every cry. People
move around me frantically, but I can’t take my eyes off the sliding glass
doors. There’s a violent storm outside and rain is hammering down against the
concrete, dirt, and dry leaves. Sirens flash as ambulances roll up under the
port.
My stomach is empty, my heart is hurting, and I
can’t move.
“Callie,” Seth says. “Callie, look at
me.”
I blink my gaze off the door and stare into his
brown eyes filled with worry.
He takes my hand in his, his skin warm and
comforting. “He’s going to be okay.”
I stare at him, trying not to cry, because I know
I’m stronger than that. “Okay.”
He lets out a slow sigh and pats my hand. “You know what, I’m going to go see if he can
have visitors yet.” He gets up from the chair and walks across the packed
waiting room to the receptionist desk.
He’ll be
alright.
He has to
be.
Deep down, I know that’s not true. His wounds and
breaks may heal on the outside and cover with scars. On the inside the healing
will take longer and I wonder what Kayden will be like when I see him again—who
he’ll be.
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Great beginning! I can't wait to read your books!
ReplyDeleteOMG Awesome beginning I'm so ready for this book can't wait to read it counting down the days for the release date so excited!! You are so awesome Jessica!
ReplyDeleteOh my god! This teaser is already killing me!! I just want to read it already!
ReplyDeleteAwesome beginning...cant wait for it to come out counting the days..great writing jessica
ReplyDeletenancy rodriguez
squeeeeeee! I can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteI am with everyone else, I can't wait to read the next book in this series.
ReplyDeleteJust finished reading the 1st...can not wait for this one *doing a little happy dance*
ReplyDeleteI just finished with book 1....all I can say is how can you leave us hanging like that!? I'm so heart broken over callie and kayden! The hurt and pain and love...you are an AMAZING author....please never stop writing!!!
ReplyDeleteMy friend Sheri Larsen sent me Coincident of Callie and Kayden, and I finished it in a day. I loved it soo much and can't wait until the second book comes out! :)
ReplyDeleteI just finished the first book last night and this teaser really helped reduce my angst. Thanks for posting it! Now can you move mountains and publish the second book like NOW!?! :D loved it!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing! Loved Coincidence #1. To be able to inflict such emotion to your reader is truly a gift for writing. First time I've ever cried during a book. Thank you for the snippet for book #2.
ReplyDeleteI cant seem to stop reading your books! Omg!
ReplyDeleteYou by far are my favorite author. I have never been disappointed in any of your books. I look forward to reading anything that you have written. I am dying waiting for your next books to come out on multiple series I am reading
ReplyDeleteso excited to read the second book. I loved this one . It really spoke to me, great writing . I can't wait till you give the release date.
ReplyDeleteI am officially hooked!! Cannot wait for the release date! Pleaae Hurry!
ReplyDeleteyou have to be kidding me!? the ending killed me. if they all end this way I'll never read another. what a great book...but why end this way???
ReplyDeleteWhat is he release date for book#2?
ReplyDeleteOkay I'm a litttle confused. I read this book in a day. Let me tell your, I fell inlove with it. So that's not the ending is it? It broke my heart. There WILL be a book 2? And when?
ReplyDeleteThe story broke my heart and that ending...what a cliffhanger. I'm glad you added a teaser to settle down our pounding hearts. Great story and I am anxiously waiting for Callie and Kayden's next story.
ReplyDeleteI really liked both Callie and Kaden. Each have their own individual private issues, both struggling to overcome them separately and alone. Love Seth! Grabbed me from the first page and...BEST ending ever! It makes me want to read the next book SO much. Nice cliffhanger! Well done!
ReplyDeleteDo you have a release date tor book 2? I loved the first one and couldn't put it down....
ReplyDeleteI cant wait to this to come out! I was so mad when the first one ended!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the best books I read.When a book has your emotions in overload, it's a Hell of a book,I actually cried at the end of this book.Can't wait for next one. You are one hell of an author.
ReplyDeleteI just finished the Coincidence of Callie and Kayden and I loved it! I cannot wait for the next book!
ReplyDeleteAHHHH! I can't wait for this book! Just read Callie & Kayden's first story and now I'm super excited for the next one!!!!
ReplyDeleteOMG hurry up and release the book already I am dying!!!!!!! What an amazing first book can;t wait to see what happens!!!!
ReplyDeleteA-Freaking-Mazing! Your writing leaves me so spent, but craving so much more! I can't wait for more of both the Secrets and Coincidences series!
ReplyDeleteJust finished reading the first book, stayed up till 5 in the morning because I just couldn't put it down! Its been a while since I've read a book this good that you just want to do nothing but read to find out what happens next and I am so looking forward to the next book to see what happens. I like that the story wasn't finished in one book because Callie and Kayden's problems and relationship is not a story to be rushed which makes it all more believable.
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ReplyDeleteOMG!! I Read this book in 3 hours insane from 11:00 at night finished it at 2 am i was not happy about the ending it so left me hanging love it . so does anyone know when the 2nd book will be out??? cant wait to see what happens. :)
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DeleteCan't wait fir the book to come out. I just know it will be great!
ReplyDeleteHi Jessica my name is Bethany Sorenson. I have read all of your writings and have watched your literary skills come to fruition. Not only has your grammar come to perfection but your stories have become richer. While I truly enjoyed your earlier publications, Callie and Kayden is my favorite! As a psychology major I must say, that your knowledge and understanding of the coping mechanisms used by those who are broken is astounding. Congratulations on your success!
ReplyDeleteI am obsessed with the first book. I literally sat down and read it in one day. I was actually disappointed when I had to take a break to eat or shower. I think the way that you tell a story is amazing. You really understand these different dilemmas. I loved the Secret of Ella and Michah as well. Both books were amazing. I can't wait for you to write more. I will be eagerly waiting.
ReplyDeleteJessica....please! When is the next book coming???
ReplyDeleteI so loved the first and cannot wait for the second! What beautiful characters these two are.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! I just finished The Coincidence and cannot wait to read The Redemption!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for a second book, I found the first randomly on my nook. I wasn't aware it was a series and so angry hoe it ended. Good to know there will be more!
ReplyDeleteI read the first book in one day! Omg! I couldn't put it down. I stopped long to have bathroom breaks and that was it! I dying to know when the second book comes out. Looking forward to finding out what happens.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for book 2! When is it coming out! Aaaahh I love these books! :)
ReplyDeleteI finished the first book at 545am. I just couldn't put it down!! It had a hold on me from start to finish. I could feel every emotion they felt toward each other, good and bad. As i was reading, I kept having mini flash backs of my 17 self again and I couldn't help but smile. Can not wait for book #2!!!!
ReplyDeletei don't like to wish my life away but in this case i do so the release date for book 2 will be here. I finished this book this morning and wanted to cry at the end. I don't like to wait. It's one of the best books i have read in a while. Keep up the great work.
ReplyDeleteWhen does redemption of Callie and kayden come out?
ReplyDeleteI am a sucker for HEA, so needless to say this book pulled every heart string I had remaining (which was very few)....but yet kept me longing to find the truth! Cant wait for the next book!
ReplyDeleteLove the his/her POV and truly love the playlists!!
I must say, this is the first book I have read of yours and I absolutely loved it. I read this book as a suggestion from my daughter. She loved it too. Keep the great books coming.
ReplyDeleteCant wait...also were is Michal and Bella's next book
ReplyDeleteOMG!!!! Im so excited to read the next book can't wait. Great story
ReplyDeleteGlad to have this little sneak peek after reading the first book.... I can't wait to see what this next one has to bring!
ReplyDeleteWill u have another teaser before your the next book is out and how long until book 2 is out
ReplyDeleteOMG!!! I can't wait for book #2 to come out! I've been waiting forever!!! When is the release date?
ReplyDeleteWhy dosen't anyone Answer these ? 'S this is a one sided blog... I love all her books and Can't wait for the next, I just want some answes Please.......
ReplyDeleteOmggg :"> i can't wait ti read this booook :)))
ReplyDeleteOMG! This book needs to hurry up and be released .. the agony is killing me!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for this book to come out! I hope that Kayden will be ok and I hope that nothing will change between Kayden and Callie, because they are good for each other!
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know when this book is suppose to come out for the kindle?
Curious what book is next for release?? And when?? Any info would be great. Ive read all your books and waiting patiently for the next! Thanks...
ReplyDeleteJust fin OMG BRILLIANT
ReplyDeletewhen does this book come out?
ReplyDeleteOMG, I'm crying
ReplyDeleteI'm in need of another teaser please
ReplyDeleteIs the release date still 2-28-13?!
ReplyDeleteCan you please tell me when the release date is for redemption of Callie and Kayden? Is it still 02/28/2013
ReplyDeleteI think I'm dying.
ReplyDeleteWhen will the book?