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Twenty Women: True Life Tales of Friendships that Blew Up, Burned Out, or Faded

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The Friend Who Got Away: Twenty Women's True Life Tales of Friendships that Blew Up, Burned Out or Faded Away

by Elissa Schappell

4.1 out of 5

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Friendship is a complex and ever-evolving relationship. It can be a source of great joy and support, but it can also be a source of pain and disappointment. In this collection of essays, twenty women share their true stories of friendships that have blown up, burned out, or faded away.

Some of the essays in this collection are about friendships that ended abruptly and unexpectedly. Others are about friendships that slowly drifted apart over time. And still others are about friendships that were rekindled after years of estrangement.

No matter what the outcome, each of these essays is a powerful and moving exploration of the complexities of friendship. They offer insights into the ways that friendships can shape our lives, for better or for worse.

Chapter 1: The Friendship that Blew Up

In this essay, the author tells the story of a friendship that ended in a dramatic and unexpected way. The two friends had been close since childhood, but their relationship began to unravel when the author started dating the friend's ex-boyfriend.

The author describes the months leading up to the breakup, as she and her friend grew increasingly distant. She also describes the day of the breakup itself, when her friend confronted her about her relationship with her ex-boyfriend.

The essay ends with the author reflecting on the loss of her friendship. She writes about the pain and anger she felt at the time, and about how she has come to terms with the end of her friendship.

Chapter 2: The Friendship that Burned Out

In this essay, the author tells the story of a friendship that slowly drifted apart over time. The two friends had been close in college, but their relationship began to change after they graduated and moved to different cities.

The author describes the gradual decline of her friendship. She writes about how she and her friend became less and less in touch, and about how their conversations became more and more superficial.

The essay ends with the author reflecting on the loss of her friendship. She writes about the sadness she felt at the time, and about how she has learned to appreciate the memories of her friendship.

Chapter 3: The Friendship that Faded

In this essay, the author tells the story of a friendship that was rekindled after years of estrangement. The two friends had been close in high school, but they lost touch after the author moved away to college.

The author describes the years of estrangement, during which she often thought about her friend and wondered what had happened to her. She also describes the day that she finally reconnected with her friend, and the joy and relief she felt at being reunited.

The essay ends with the author reflecting on the importance of friendship. She writes about how friendship can help us through difficult times, and about how it can make life more meaningful.

The essays in this collection are a testament to the power and complexity of friendship. They offer insights into the ways that friendships can shape our lives, for better or for worse. They also remind us that friendship is a precious gift that should be cherished.

The Friend Who Got Away: Twenty Women's True Life Tales of Friendships that Blew Up, Burned Out or Faded Away

by Elissa Schappell

4.1 out of 5