"The First Vision"

In this story by Hannah Orenstein, author of MEANT TO BE MINE, a 1950s heartbreaker meets her fated soulmate — and despises him.

Georgia says:

Hello, and welcome to the very first installation of Heartbeat! Buckle up for weekly love stories from now until the sun explodes.

This week, I’m excited to introduce novelist/style queen/mah-jongg enthusiast/Heartbeat’s co-founder, Hannah Orenstein, and her short story, “The First Vision.” Prepare to be swept away to Mad Men-era Manhattan in this tale of what happens when feisty Gloria Bloom butts heads with the infuriating/intoxicating Raymond Meyer, on the day a strange prophecy has foretold she’ll meet her soulmate. Serving as a prequel to Hannah’s last book, Meant to Be Mine (in which Gloria has a vision about her granddaughter’s fated soulmate), this New York love story crackles with whip-sharp dialogue, perfect fifties details and wonderful chemistry between our strong-willed leads. Mix yourself a martini and enjoy.