The Sound of Freedom

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Will hidden wounds mar the meaning of the day?

Anna is relishing her carefree vacation in a small southern town, miles away from the pervading influence of HALEY. So much so that when the old-fashioned Independence Day festival beckons, she's willing to sacrifice her own self-consciousness to join in Lev's wholehearted recognition of all the holiday stands for. But neither has imagined just how the noisy customs will strike a heart still wounded from the tragedies of the past. Can they find the true significance of the Fourth beneath the roar of its celebration?

 

A short story, previously published in Seize the Fight

About the author

Angie Thompson

An avid reader and incurable story-spinner, Angie Thompson also enjoys volunteering in her church’s children’s program and starting (but not always finishing) various kinds of craft projects. She currently lives in central Virginia near most of her incredible family, including two parents, six brothers, one sister, and five siblings-in-law—plus two nieces, five nephews, and several assorted pets!

Get in touch with her by emailing contact@quietwaterspress.com. Love getting the behind-the-scenes scoop? You’ll find it and more at quietwaterspress.com.