Resilient Heart

The intriguing novella “Resilient Heart” by Annabeth Albert was first included in the Unconditional Surrender bundle. It is now accessible as a stand-alone piece and centers on Army IT specialist Xander, a wounded soldier. Xander is forced to accept assistance from Mackey, his former closest friend after he sustains significant injuries from an IED. Their intertwined hearts show their true strength as they work through their complex past. The narrative explores themes of desire, friendship, and getting over past hurts.