Unknown Caller

In Lisa Unger's haunting short story, "Unknown Caller," crisis center worker Charlie Kroft grapples with hidden guilt that contrasts her heroic public persona. When an unexpected phone call brings her into the spotlight, she faces the pain that motivates her, along with a mysterious stranger who knows her secrets. This story is part of the collection We Could Be Heroes, which delves into the complexities of heroism and the unintended consequences of good intentions.