Dr. Isabelle Hartwell stood in the quaint, warmly lit bookstore browsing through the history section, her favorite escape from the rigors of her medical practice.
At 55, Eleanor was a respected cardiologist in her community, admired not only for her skill but for her compassionate bedside manner. Yet, despite her fulfilling career, Isabelle’s personal life felt starkly empty. She longed for companionship, for a partner who shared her love for quiet evenings and deep conversations.