A May-December romance explained:

Imani and Sonjae have been suppressing feelings of intimacy that developed through a natural flow of events. Will their soulmate relationship, which has surmounted its share of obstacles, relinquish its friendship status by consummating their intimate desires?

Imani computed that it was delightfully puckish for one human body to be so flattering. Her personal summation of his complete package was reminiscent of a Greek god …

Imani found his mixture of shyness and confidence most charming. She mentally noted that, prior to being acquainted with Sonjae, she had found it difficult to meet a man who possessed characteristics that appealed to, what she considered, her fundamental outlook of a wholesome, male companion. However, for some time now, she had summed up the ideal man in two words: Sonjae Braddock.

What a magnificent dish. She is lobster, filet mignon, and prime rib all on one plate. He wiped his moist lips with the back of his hand, and then, in a natural flow of action, mechanically wiped the back of his hand onto his trouser leg. Continuing to whisper to himself, he said, She’s too much for your average man, but not for me. His voluptuous description while ogling Imani was evocative of a man lusting to bed a woman.

Not your typical romantic escapade, When Your Body Gets Weak depicts a May/November romance. The story blends intrigue, suspense, jealousy, desolation, physical fitness, camaraderie, and triumph, re-enforcing the principle that chivalry is still alive and well.

Imani’s soulmate, Sonjae, a young man fifteen years younger than herself, was scheduled to attend a meeting in one of the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. Imani refuses to acknowledge that Sonjae has perished, despite media reports and data about the survival possibilities of those present in the buildings.

The book demonstrates that young men can sustain the timeless attribute of chivalry, while still maintaining virility with their male peers.

When Your Body Gets Weak will also inspire women to acknowledge their own strength no matter the circumstance, as well as the power of unquestionable faith, and the unconditional love that transcends adversarial occurrences.

I sincerely hope that when you turn the final page, you will concur that age indeed is just a number, says the author.

Part of the novel pays homage to those who perished on 9/11 and their families.

Author Bio: Marilyn Louise Steede is the first female sergeant major in Bermuda’s military. She gives back to her community by walking continually for 24 hours one day a year for charity. This is her first book.