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The “Jack” Chapter

The “Jack” Chapter

Cindy had warned me that Jack was a little eccentric and a bit of a recluse. And I got that sense during our phone conversation. Before the introductions were done he interrupted me to explain that he would not be able to see me in person but he’d arrange for me to...
The “Cindy” Chapter

The “Cindy” Chapter

I saw Cindy at a funeral for a mutual friend. She knew my parents when they first immigrated to California from England and had worked with my dad for decades. After telling her about my journey to find Zoë’s pictures, I learned she had a couple in her possession....
The “Zoë” Chapter

The “Zoë” Chapter

Zoë was born and raised on the outskirts of London where green rolling fields extend beyond the horizon. She was born to Jimmy Payne and Lucy Stevens on May 11th, 1956 in Amersham, England. She was the youngest of three siblings, the eldest of whom passed away during...
The “Luke” Chapter

The “Luke” Chapter

A behind the scenes perspective of “The Luke Chapter” that goes into detail as to why this book was initially created. My name is Luke Edward Ollett. I was born to Dick Ollett and Zoë Alexandra Payne. I was only 18 when Zoë passed away. I was in the middle...