The Resilience of Hope

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The Resilience of Hope

Summary:

Death brings a moment of revelation that redefines more than a friendship. Certain bonds are not meant to be broken. Sometimes hope conquers all. And what Jim and Spock can accomplish together will change more than one universe.

Dedication:

1. This one’s for you, Dad. Thank you for introducing me to Star Trek all those (by now ~gasp~ thirty-three) years ago. I know this is exploring strange new worlds, but I hope you enjoy it.

2. This is also for S. who was Kirk to my Spock whenever we played “Star Trek” pretend as little kids.

3. Last but not least, this is for everyone who ever wanted to stow away on a starship.

Much love,
Juno

 

Last but not least: Many, many, many thanks to my alpha and beta reader, Star Trek advisor-in-chief, and best friend ever, Aranel Took, to Shefa for sharing psychological insights and expertise, and to Obsidianjg, my first-ever beta reader from way back in 2004, who has kindly agreed to wrestle yet another of my monsters into submission. All remaining mistakes are mine, and I can only ask readers to be gentle with me.

The story is completely outlined, and at this point I’m a few chapters ahead. I’m going to try and post a new chapter at least each Friday. Enjoy & please let me know what you think about it!

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