Family Reunion Novels & Stories

“Take care of each other. And keep including Ryan. Family is everything.” We waved her off, then the four of us Mom, Dad, Ryan, and me plus Ethan sat together one last time. The house felt full of love. But as we cleaned up, Mom mentioned something new. “The big family reunion in two months is going to be even larger. Many relatives want to come and celebrate everything including you two.” Another big event. More eyes. More chances to show our love. Ethan looked at me and Ryan. “We’ll be ready.” Ryan smiled. “Together.”

Will hurriedly said, "Look at what you are talking about! You are my nephew; how can I not be sad if something happens to you? Besides, you are my eldest brother’s only son. How can I face my big brother if I don't take good care of you?" Maxwell became impatient at the mention of his father. He quickly interrupted the man. "Why did you call today, Uncle Will?" "Why don't we have a family reunion now that you're back? I talked about it with Uncle Welson and Uncle Winston. We'll have a family banquet at our house this weekend, and everyone will be there. Let us rejoice at your return, okay?" "Okay, I'll be there on time," Maxwell replied. ‘I don't know what he

And, once a year, the entire family descended upon the compound in Maatua to celebrate Solstice. Being part of Grandpa Isaac’s line, my family did visit Crescent Falls often to see our cousins there, but the family has spread out over the years. I’m not sure I even remember the names of Great Aunt Misty’s grandkids. My Uncle Sydney’s grandkids are even worse. There’s so many of them now. “Even Callum is too busy to hang out with me,” Naomi grumbles, whipping her dark hair over her shoulder. “He told me he doesn’t enjoy the clubs you like to frequent.”

Then, he turned his head to look at Trevor and greeted, "Dad." Marissa was with Jerry in his bedroom, smiling until her eyes were squinting. Sara looked like she was in a better mood. She also no longer gave Hansen the cold shoulder. There was a faint smile on her face. Jenna prepared a lot of dishes and the table was full. In the evening, all members of the two families sat together. Since the reunion banquet six years ago, it was the first time they had a meal together. It was a serious meal. To be precise, it was the first time the parents of both parties sat together and had a reunion dinner so harmoniously and sincerely ever since Jenna was married into the Richards family, and it was a

they chimed in unison, their faces lighting up with excitement. I scooped them up in a tight hug. "Welcome back!" they exclaimed, their voices muffled against my chest. I chuckled, noticing their slightly rounded faces. "You look a little different, what has Jane been feeding you with?" I teased, and they flashed brief smiles. Donald's eyes sparkled with mischief as he added, "Isabel is here too, I think this is going to be a happy family reunion." I knew that this reunion would be more than just a happy gathering; it would be a chance to confront the challenges and secrets that had been weighing on our family.

And to be completely honest, I was homesick. Rob and Gabriel are expected to join the festivities also, and for the first time in years, my broken family would be together in the same place. Rob requested Matt's impute as a neutral party if the whole father and son reunion went south and required backup. My mother will be over the moon to see her children again and finally meet her son-in-law, Rob. But my father, that's a whole different story.

“Don’t bother them.” “But they helped me too,” I said, pouting. She sighed and waved her hand in defeat. “Fine. Whatever you want.” Grinning, I went to my room and made a group video call to Uncle Win and Uncle Lan. Uncle Win answered on the third ring. “Sydney!” “Hi, Uncle! Mom said you’re heading to the Philippines.” “Yeah, with your Aunt Amy and the kids,” he said. “I’m thinking of organizing a reunion in Palawan with everyone — you, Uncle Lan’s family, G-pop, and Lola and Lolo. What do you think?”

I explained, Carl is her boyfriend or at this point a plaything to her because she had her hands wrapped around better guys and he was only a means to satisfy her. Nodding his head, he turned his gaze back to me. “We are having a family reunion today.” “What?” My eyes widened, all I wanted was to rest throughout the day, dreaming of the hands that dug into me yesterday and now I'll be forced to attend a family gathering that was filled with people who secretly hated each other and were in constant competition. “My nephew has come back to the country, it's nice if I introduce you to him.” Frank explained. Sighing, I nodded my head, agreeing to go.

“This ends here. Don’t bring it up again, and don’t go near the Lowe family.” “Okay. I understand.” I pulled my arm free. “I’ll not mention it again, and I’ll stay away. Are you happy now?” She stared at her empty hand as if she had just lost something important. She seemed lost for a moment. She did not know that I, too, had been reborn. In this life, I would not step through that door again. I would not become the Lowe family’s son. And I simply refused to be her husband ever again.

“Mom… wha… what did you just say?” “Sweetheart… We know that it was wrong what they did to you. But… this is our family. Geena is like a daughter to us, too. You grew up together. You were best friends all your lives. It’s tradition to have a reunion during big events in a family member’s life and Geena’s wedding is a big event. You may be mad and hurt about the whole thing, but you and Geena… you go back a long way, sweetheart. You two will kiss and make up and you will learn to forgive Bryan. You were also best friends. You would… feel sorry someday if you missed this wedding. I heard it’s going to be grand!”