Corresponding Passion — P.J. Heri

Do you believe that two people are destined to meet from the time of birth? Can the love of two people find the other from different parts of the world? Is it possible to love someone just by writing to them? In the story, Corresponding Passion, set in 1991 Brooklyn New York, Mirielle Genevieve finally gets to meet her pen friend of four years. She is not prepared for the whirlwind of emotions, mystery and adventure that Roch Des Champs brings with him.

Mirielle was a blossoming college student in Brooklyn New York, who is concentrating more on finishing school then falling in love. The last thing that Mirielle wanted was a man from another country to disturb her life. Mirielle liked Roch, but she was one of those people who did not believe that people could create a lasting relationship while being apart. As much as she tries to ignore her pen pal's letters to meet, Mirielle finally gives in and allows Roch to come and visit her in New York City. Even before Roch arrives Mirielle is prepared to set him up with her sister, whom she feels is more suitable match for him.

Roch Des Champs is a handsome successful architect from Normandy France. Being hurt by his cousin at an early age causes Roch to build a wall of distrust in his heart. The only woman who has held his interest in the past years is Mirielle Genevieve. Her letters are warm and genuine, and he could express himself easily with her. The only thing that he cannot share with her is his past, he does not want to disclose the shame he felt in what happened with his cousin.