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Picking up the Pieces
- Narrated by: Amanda Prowse
- Length: 10 hrs and 21 mins
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Summary
In this heart-warming story from million copy bestselling author Amanda Prowse, Nora has given up on finding happiness. But has it been waiting for her all along?
As Nora and her British Army officer husband, Gordy, pack up yet another home and leave the sun of Cyprus for the drizzle of England, she can’t shake a feeling of regret—at her failure to follow her own dreams, but also, if she’s honest, at having ended up an officer’s wife at all, drifting through a life of temporary homes and temporary relationships.
Since losing her parents at a young age, Nora’s life has been lacking an anchor: someone or something to make her feel secure. Her marriage has been her only permanent relationship, and just as even that appears to be fizzling out, a tragedy forces Nora into the role of legal guardian to her seven-year-old nephew, Ted. Faced suddenly with a responsibility she never dreamed of, how can Nora possibly offer the boy the kind of unconditional love he deserves, when she’s never experienced it for herself?
But as she navigates the precarious and unfamiliar world of parenthood, Nora begins to see herself through Ted’s eyes, as someone worthy of love and even joy. When she’s welcomed into the previously intimidating huddle of mums at the school gate, she has to wonder: is it too late to smash down the other barriers she’s built—and to have a second chance at a happy marriage with Gordy?
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- Claire Smith
- 26-01-23
Fabulous read
Absolutely gripping story and so heart warming and tear jerking in places, And I do love Amanda’s story telling she transports you into the world of the book.
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- Liz Weldon
- 09-02-24
A brilliant, poinient must read!
I'm sooo sad it's finished.
I absolutely loved this book from beginning to end.
So real, inclusive and thought-provoking and thoroughly enjoyable.
The story addressed some difficult subjects beautifully and I found myself with a tear streaked face on many an occasion.
I feel a hole start in my life, now I won't be hearing all about the great characters anymore as they were brought to life so convincingly.
Well done, and beautifully read by the author.
Do read it, please. And all I can say is.... more more.
Wonderful!
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- N M
- 10-01-24
Wonderful!
Immediately got into this book and couldn’t wait to listen to it each day,sad when it ended! Excellent narration as ever! Thankyou Amanda Prowse!
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- Dottie
- 14-01-24
Heartwarming
This a beautifully written story by a wonderful author. The narration was good as you would expect done by the author. It was heartwarming & feel good without being soppy. I really enjoyed this book & looking forward to the next book by this author.
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- Amyloueliza
- 19-01-23
A beautiful story.
This is a book I could return to. Uplifting and winding all at the same time. The writing is masterful with a rich layered vocabulary. It was wonderful to hear Amanda herself reading her work. She brought forth her own perspective, allowing the listener the opportunity to experience the work as it is truly intended to be. Just wonderful.
I am not a spoiler so I won't give away anything other than to say dive in, what are you waiting for ?
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- peter iommi
- 27-01-23
Loved this book
Fell in love with the characters took a little while to get into once into it couldn’t put it down a lovely read
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- Kindle Customer
- 20-01-24
Brilliant
Loved every minute of it. Brilliantly read. I felt like I was part of the story. Gutted that its ended.
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- Fionne Jones
- 22-02-23
A great read
Exciting and gripping! A very emotional read where not everything is totally happy. A great author.
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- M
- 05-07-23
picking up the pieces
loved the story. loved the characters. Amanda Prowse as narrator enhanced the listening experience.
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- MRS ANNETTE M FORD
- 30-10-23
A well written family story
Picking up the pieces encourages the reader to delve into a family life with many complexities. It is gripping in a way that wants you to keep listening and thinking about how things might or might not turn out. A very talented author and reader.
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