How To Judge A Book By Its Lover

by Jessica Jiji

  “You mean…” I didn’t even dare say it.

  “Yup. I put down the money this morning. You’re going to have to chip in your share, but I think when you see the place you won’t mind.” He opened the door, and we were flooded with sunlight, thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows that ran the length of the living room.

  Looking out at the ocean of tall buildings and broad, crowded avenues spread before me, I realized Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz had it wrong: Home is okay, but there’s no place like New York.

  Irwin looked into my eyes, we burst out laughing, and before I knew it, he had swept me off my feet and carried me across the threshold.

  About The Author

  Jessica Jiji

  Jessica Jiji, also the author of "Diamonds Take Forever" and "Sweet Dates in Basra," lives in New York City with her husband and three children. For more information, and to contact Jessica, visit www.jessicajiji.com.