Ambiguous Strangers: Fourteen Stories About the Strangers You Know

Explore the hidden lives of those around you, from a nurse to a mysterious funeral guest. Delve into their stories, confront their secrets, and discover that strangers are often more complex than they appear. Prepare for a journey into the unexpected.

In Ambiguous Strangers, Susan Bramble Trionfo invites you to meet an eclectic cast of characters, each with their own hidden narratives. Encounter a nurse who navigates the complexities of life and death, and a woman immortalized on a billboard, whose reality is different than it seems. Join a group of carefree hippies on their way to the beach and witness the emotional turmoil of those who cry while driving, revealing the fragility of human experience.

As you turn the pages, questions arise about an actuary whose calculations seem off, a mysterious guest at a funeral, and a young woman with dreams of becoming a superhero. Discover the story of a Southern teenage boy burdened by a bad reputation, and ponder the lives of those who once occupied your hotel room. What secrets do they hold?

The narrative weaves through fourteen short stories, each offering a glimpse into the lives of strangers you may encounter daily. With each tale, you will find the author subtly embedded, challenging you to reflect on your own perceptions. The story titled Nine will leave you questioning the very essence of identity and connection.

Prepare to confront the bizarre rituals and inner thoughts of these strangers, as you realize that people are rarely who we think they are. Ambiguous Strangers is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, inviting you to look beyond the surface and embrace the complexities of those around you.

Author: Susan Bramble Trionfo
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Published: 10/21/2025
Pages: 158
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9798318809767

About the Author
Trionfo, Susan Bramble: - Susan Bramble Trionfo is a retiree residing in Middletown, Delaware. Her passion for writing began at thirteen when she corresponded with troops in Vietnam from 1968 to 1973. After attending Roanoke College, she worked in various professions as an esthetician, electrologist, make-up artist, construction company owner, and receptionist for an accounting firm. Now an author, she enjoys music, advocating for animals, nature, and traveling. Despite life's challenges, she believes in living life to the fullest. Susan writes alongside her hairless Sphynx cat, Utzie. Her debut book, Ambiguous Strangers, is out, with her next work, Dissonant Chords, underway.

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