Annabelle — Nancy Christie

As a child, Annabelle viewed her parents' marriage as a
magical relationship, one that she alternately envied and admired. Her artist father
focused solely on his art while his wife-model existed only for her husband.
And all the while, Annabelle stood on the outside of the charmed, inclusive
circle, watching and waiting.


Then the unthinkable happened--and Annabelle was unprepared
for the tragic outcome of having her deepest desire fulfilled.


Now a lonely young woman, she is plagued by guilt
and tormented by a desire to belong somewhere and to someone. It's a story about
love, longing and loss -- and the price each character pays for passion.