Judy Lopatin keeps me up all night with this collection of fiction. I wanted to read one story each night before going to sleep, but couldn't put the book down! My curiosity overtook me, and I just had to see who the next set of characters would be in the next story, and what kind of a twist of fate they might encounter. The author introduces us to a variety of characters --- from ghosts to everyday working people --- all with one thing in common --- the experience of romance in some form. If you were or are a Twilight Zone fan, you'll absolutely treasure this collection of bizarre love stories --- and they are timeless. They never get old. This is some of the cleverest writing I have ever experienced. Judy Lopatin is truly a gifted author. I hope we see more of her work soon!