Party Hearty: It’s a Love Story By: Bessie B. Elmore Carmen and James are a one-of-a-kind couple. They love each other dearly but break his commitment by exchanging numbers with a woman named Shanese, Carmen decides to get him back by setting up a date with Daryl. Written as a play, Party Hearty: It’s a Love Story follows the trials of Carmen and James’ relationship. From a backhanded play by Carmen on Shanese at a hair salon to an uneasy party, to the climax of James and Daryl facing off for Carmen, will love come out on top?