Torn Between Duty and Desire: A Riveting Tale of Love Tested by Time and Trials....and thereafter is not just a collection of poems-it's the voice of every heart that has loved deeply and lost painfully.Have you ever felt the euphoria of new love, only to watch it wither away in the face of life's trials? Trisha Keegan captures this universal journey in her evocative poetry collection. Every poem is a chapter from a two-decade-long love story set against the backdrop of military deployments. Dive into passionate beginnings, feel the ache of long separations, and confront the heart-wrenching end of a once beautiful relationship.Keegan crafts a narrative that speaks to both the pain of loss and the hope that comes after. As a testament to a love story that once was, this collection will resonate with anyone who has ever loved, lost, and found strength in the aftermath. If you've yearned for someone during their absence, dreamt of a future that was not meant to be, or sought solace after a heartbreak, ...and thereafter will touch a chord.Whether you're a poetry enthusiast, a military spouse, or simply someone seeking solace in words that mirror your own experiences, this book promises to be a cherished companion.