"Better you than me," Annabel said to him, her tone teasing a little. She couldn't do that sort of job. She loved reading and like being able to toss aside any book that didn't appeal.
"Nothing earth shattering, no," Annabel said with a shake of her head, red hair shivering as she did so. "But I once again realise how lucky I am to live so close. I could live in Yugoslavia and be a fan of Poe and then I'd never get to see that place."
Then, taking a chance, Annabel said, "would you like to go get a coffee or something?"