In the vibrant heart of Atlanta's West End, therapist Keisha Thompson is a beacon of strength for her community. But when her fiancé gives her an ultimatum to choose between her passion and their relationship, her own armor cracks. As she grapples with the pain of a broken heart, she finds solace and strength in her best friend, Nia Washington.

Echoes of Resilience is a free companion story to Langston Hayes's novel, Echoes of Strength. This short story offers a powerful glimpse into the world of healing and harmony, revealing the family secrets and legacies that bind the two friends together and setting the stage for Nia's own journey of self-discovery and triumph.