BETWEEN TWO SEASONS
by
Marc MacDonald
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Literary Fiction
Publisher: Spilt Ink Press, an imprint of Gordon Publishing Collective
Publication Date: September 2, 2025
Page count: 300 pages
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SYNOPSIS:
Haunted by regret and
stalled by guilt, Alex Chambers arrives at Silver Springs Health and
Rehabilitation Centre searching for redemption. What he finds instead is Mae
Seasons—a sharp-tongued, fiercely independent resident with no interest in
being anyone’s project.
Alex came hoping to
make amends for the mistakes of his youth, especially to the woman he once
hurt. But when that hope slips away, he’s drawn into an unexpected role:
caregiver and reluctant confidant to Mae, whose irreverence hides a lifetime of
buried truths.
As days at Silver
Springs unfold in their strange, often absurd rhythm, Alex is forced to
confront the tangled grief of his past. Through awkward silences, reluctant
confessions, and moments of startling vulnerability, he and Mae forge an
unlikely friendship—one stitched together by shared loneliness, reluctant
compassion, and the possibility of healing.
At once poignant and
quietly humorous, Between Two Seasons is a story about the lives we try to
outrun, the people who challenge us to face ourselves, and the surprising ways
connection takes root.
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READ AN EXCERPT:
Walking back to my room after Mae had been escorted to her
doctor’s appointment, Susanne lobbied my attention from near the elevator,
requesting a word that, although promised, I knew wouldn’t be quick.
Great, I thought. What fresh hell does she have in store for
me now? Was she coming, with her corporate language, to add salt to my very
fresh shin wound?
Susanne was dressed in her self-styled uniform. Nearly
everything was exactly the same as the day before, but instead of a navy-blue
ensemble, it was charcoal grey. Even her hair looked the exact same. If her
tone indicated she was operated by levers, her attire confirmed it.
“Mr. Chambers, how are you this fine afternoon?” she asked
cheerily. Fake, but cheerily.
“I’m good, Susanne.” Thanks for asking. I guess.
“I heard you had a little mishap with Ms. Seasons this
morning. I do hope you will try not to rile her up like that in the future.”
Stunned at where she could have possibly received such
misguided information as to the morning’s events, my mouth opened to respond,
but no words formed.
“Very well then. I just wanted to check in on you and remind
you that our older guests here at Silver Spring can be very sensitive. Many of
them have lived a life you and I could never dream of enduring. We need to be
mindful of that at all times. I do hope you will remember and conduct yourself
accordingly.”
I felt my jaw inching closer to the floor.
“Yes, very good. If you need anything, please let Mr. Abner
at the front know. He can assist you with whatever you require. Though, in the
future, do try to be a little kinder to him as well. We want to make sure we
treat everyone here at Silver Springs, whether staff or resident, with the
utmost respect, care, and love.”
Jaw met floor.
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Please welcome Marc MacDonald, the author of today's featured book, to the blog to talk about his experiences with minor characters.
QUESTION:
Did you have a minor character who insisted on playing a
larger role in the story. If so, please tell us about it. And if not, please
tell us how you get the characters in your head to behave.
Phil’s character kept trying to elbow his way into a bigger
role in the story, but in the end, he landed exactly where he needed to be. His
word count was just right to make him the kind of lovable jerk that readers
expect him to be. To the second part of your question, I did have to rein Phil
in a bit. It’s not always easy to keep characters in their lanes—sometimes they
surprise you with personalities larger than what you originally envisioned.
The one character I refused to restrain, though, was Mae.
She had full permission to misbehave however she pleased. Trying to box her in
or contain her energy would have stripped away the very essence of who she
is—and, by extension, the heart of her story.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Marc MacDonald
is an author who believes every great story starts with a spark—whether it’s a
single sentence, an unforgettable character, or an idea that won’t let go. As
the writer behind Between Two Seasons, a novel that celebrates the beauty of
human connection, Marc weaves heartfelt narratives that linger long after the
last page is turned.
When he’s not
crafting compelling fiction, Marc applies his storytelling skills as a seasoned
communications professional, proving that every message—whether in a book or a
press release—deserves to be engaging. He’s also a fierce defender of the
Oxford comma, an unapologetic pun enthusiast, and someone who firmly believes
that coffee is the most essential writing tool.
Find him deep
in his next manuscript, chasing inspiration, or justifying “research” as an
excuse to buy more books. Catch up with Marc on his personal website:
https://marcmacdonald.ca/ or @MarcMacWrites on Instagram.
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