Mary Ann Short 
Beyond the Sea of Dreams 

Dierdre Farrell’s childhood is filled with fear and insecurity. A heartless and insensitive family has her feeling traumatized and alone. Finding the courage to leave the callous and abusive environment in which she was raised, her life begins to slowly transform. Nevertheless, she cannot completely run from her past, and is ultimately compelled to face its grim realities. Determined to find hope and deliverance in a new town, loyal friends, and the love of a kind, yet troubled man, she learns the meaning of trust and forgiveness.

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Mary Ann Short is married and lives in Long Island, New York. Since retiring from a lengthy professional career at Stony Brook University, she and her two Labrador retrievers became certified with Love on a Leash, a national pet therapy organization. She is currently enjoying a life of volunteerism with her canine companions.

Ms. Short has authored two other works of fiction: A Friend Indeed (Copyright 1997, 2002, Mary Ann Short) and Angel (Copyright 2004, Mary Ann Short)