One moment can change your life
When Gracie Ashcroft wakes after a crash with severe amnesia, she must choose whether to live a life through other people’s memories or to start a new life all her own.
Discovering her late mother left her an old flower farm, Gracie leaves her fiancé, best friend and the home full of forgotten memories behind, hoping to learn who she is now.
Torn between wishing she could remember and afraid of losing what she now has, Gracie starts to wonder: if you had your time over, would you live the same life twice?
The feel-good novel that fans of Lucy Dillon and Ruth Hogan will love.

The Memories of Us

Carnevale, Vanessa

Parenting & Relationships

AVON.

Isla&nbsp;and Ben are devoted parents to their beloved daughter, Reese. She is their little miracle, the child they thought they'd never have until donors made her existence possible. But Isla has never told Reese about her biological parents. She wants to be honest with her daughter, but can she bear to open up old wounds? Then Isla receives a call from&nbsp;Lucy, once her closest friend, and it seems she may need to make a decision sooner than she thought. They haven't spoken in almost ten years, but Lucy has devastating news: she has lost her beloved husband Nate, just after they decided they wanted to become parents after all. Heartbroken for her friend, Isla welcomes Lucy back into her life. But then Lucy comes to Isla with a request that changes everything.&nbsp;If Lucy gets what she wants, Isla's perfect family could be destroyed.&nbsp;But would she deny the woman who helped her become a mother the chance for her own happiness?

A Child of My Own

Literature & Fiction

Genre Fiction

Forever

I take my spot behind Luca and soon we're racing down winding country roads through the breathtaking Italian countryside, with postcard-perfect sunflowers that carpet faraway fields. I have no other place to be, and no other person I'd rather be with. Mia Moretti has always dreamed of becoming an artist. But after a fierce battle with a devastating illness that she is terrified will return, Mia is heartbroken to find herself unable to paint like she used to. So when an opportunity to spend the summer in Italy presents itself, Mia jumps at the chance for a fresh start. She hopes that by travelling to the sun-drenched streets of Florence, surrounded by Tuscany's rich green vineyards and sweeping hills, she will finally be able to heal. What Mia doesn't count on is meeting handsome local mechanic, Luca Bonnici. With his smouldering chestnut eyes, charming smile and irresistible joie de vivre, Mia can't resist the invitation to jump on the back of his motorbike to the see the country she is already falling in love with. And as she slowly lets down her walls and opens her heart to Luca, Mia starts to fall in love with life again too. But just when she is ready to let go of her past, tragedy strikes. Will Mia's strength and her love for Luca be enough to save them, or will they lose each other forever? Lose yourself in the blue skies and sun-kissed streets of Florence with this gorgeous, heart-wrenching story about love and second chances. Perfect for fans of That Month in Tuscany, T.A. Williams and Lucy Coleman. What readers are saying about Her Tuscan Summer: 'Absolutely exceptional! Breathtaking; beautiful; heartbreaking and outstanding! I haven't been to Italy, but now, I'd love to go just to walk where Mia and Luca walked.' Goodreads reviewer &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'Breathtaking... will stay with me for a long time... Mia's struggle touched my heart... I adored this novel... For a wonderful escape into beautiful Florence, I highly recommend this beautiful book (and make sure you have tissues nearby!).' Goodreads reviewer &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;

Her Tuscan Summer: A beautiful and utterly heart-wrenching romance novel

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As I watch her walk away, an arm raised to her face as she wipes tears from her eyes, I wonder if I really can go through losing her again. Because if I do this, I might gain a child, but I'll lose her in the process. Isla and Ben are devoted parents to their beloved daughter, Reese. She is their little miracle, the child they thought they'd never have until donors made her existence possible. But Isla has never told Reese about her biological parents. She wants to be honest with her daughter, but can she bear to open up old wounds? Then Isla receives a call from Lucy, once her closest friend, and it seems she may need to make a decision sooner than she thought. They haven't spoken in almost ten years, but Lucy has devastating news: she has lost her beloved husband Nate, just after they decided they wanted to become parents after all. Heartbroken for her friend, Isla welcomes Lucy back into her life. But then Lucy comes to Isla with a request that changes everything. If Lucy gets what she wants, Isla's perfect family could be destroyed. But would she deny the woman who helped her become a mother the chance for her own happiness? A Child of My Own is a heartbreaking, gripping and emotional story about motherhood, loss and friendship, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Kelly Rimmer and Kate Hewitt. Why readers love A Child of My Own: 'I devoured this novel whole in one sitting. My God what a ride... it broke my heart... I cried and it takes a lot for a book to make me cry. A definite must read novel for 2021.' NetGalley reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'Wow keep the tissues handy... This book will make you laugh and cry but also just fill your heart with love and friendship.' NetGalley reviewer &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'This book grabbed me by the heart and wouldn't let go... Definitely recommend this book for its emotional and passionate telling of the torment and anguish these women had to bear.' Yaya Reads Lots of Books &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'Spectacular and emotional... I was spellbound; Carnevale was instantly able to grab my attention and hold it for the entire plot! Her characters are so realistic you'll feel they are your friends, too.' Goodreads reviewer &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'A beautiful story about friendship, love, family and dreams come true. I loved it. It's filled with emotions... There was one sentence in the book that I had to reread a few times. I really could not believe my eyes. I never saw that coming. Wonderful story, great book.' B For Book Review &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'A gem of a book. I was engaged from the first chapter and didn't want to put it down until I finished it... I highly recommend this book and look forward to the author's next offering.' Goodreads reviewer &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;

A Child of My Own: An absolutely gripping and heartbreaking emotional page-turner

Literary

'Wow loved this book... An emotional rollercoaster.' &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;, Goodreads Reviewer 'Brought me to tears many times.' &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;, Goodreads Reviewer 'An amazing, heartbreaking story.' &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;, Goodreads Reviewer Your life or your unborn child's - how do you choose? Paige and Nick are happy. They have a beautiful home, a loving family and, most importantly, they would do anything for each other. Now, they are having a baby and it feels like all their dreams are coming true. But joy turns to despair when they discover that Paige has a rare, life-threatening heart condition and they lose their longed-for child. Heartbroken, the couple must accept the reality that they may not become parents after all. Just as they begin to come to terms with their loss, Paige unexpectedly falls pregnant again. Paige's heart is still weak, and to carry the baby to term puts them both at risk. The couple now face an impossible decision: Paige's life or the life of their unborn child? If Paige keeps the baby, she could lose her life and destroy the man she loves. If Nick tries to stop her, he may lose them both forever. It's the most important decision they have ever had to make - and time is running out. My Life for Yours is a heartbreaking, gripping and emotional story about love, loss and an impossible choice, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Kelly Rimmer and Kate Hewitt. What readers are saying about My Life for Yours 'Wow, what an emotional wreck this book has made me!!!!!! As a mother I just don't know how I could make the type of decision Paige has to make! If you like a book that will make you cry this is the book for you!!! Absolutely loved it!!!!' Goodreads Reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'I cried while reading this novel and easily felt as if I was a family member and debating what I would do in this scenario... Wonderful, touching, emotional story!' Goodreads Reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'Wow loved this book, it just blew me away. An emotional rollercoaster... I fell in love with all characters.' Goodreads Reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'I was hooked by the main characters, Paige and Nick, within the first few pages... I was probably a bit more emotional reading this book because the subject it covers are very close to home for me... I can't thank Vanessa enough for writing this book with such honesty, compassion and warmth!' Goodreads Reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'Kept me hooked all the way to the very end. Delicate, tender, heart-warming and heart breaking at the same time. I absolutely loved this book. Gave me all kinds of feels.' Goodreads Reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'Will tug at your heartstrings... I loved this book and had a hard time putting it down!' My Reading Getaway, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088; 'I shed a few tears when I finished reading this book... Beautifully written with great characters. Loved every page.' Goodreads Reviewer, &#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;&#11088;

My Life for Yours: A heartbreaking emotional page-turner about a terrible choice

Contemporary