Saving Anna
by Sharon Struth
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GENRE: Women's Fiction
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BLURB:
Warming people’s hearts
with true accounts of kindness is what columnist Anna Kelly does best. But no
one knows the private misery she endures in her abusive marriage. Still,
leaving is difficult—until a deeply personal bequest from a beloved elderly
neighbor compels Anna to travel to Germany. There she begins an unexpected
adventure of paying it forward that will take her far from her complicated life
in Brooklyn.
Arriving in the
historic and picturesque city of Mainz, on the breathtaking Rhine River, Anna
settles in at a cozy guesthouse filled with colorful residents. But fulfilling
her task will require the help of a translator and knowledgeable guide.
Josef Schmitt will
gladly shuttle the American visitor around if it distracts him from his dark
thoughts. Ever since a serious accident sidelined him at the local excursions
company, he’s been unable to forget the pain he caused or forgive himself. Now,
accompanying Anna on her mission takes them both to surprising places—and they
just may find the courage to truly set themselves free . . .
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EXCERPT
In two days, Patrick would return to LaGuardia airport and
take a cab directly to his office at Goldman Sachs. The lawyer said he’d have
the divorce papers served there around lunchtime. By then, she’d already be on
another continent. Far away from the physical abuse he’d want to inflict on her
once the papers were in his hands. Of that, she felt certain. He’d smacked her
around for lesser infractions, starting just days after they’d returned from
their honeymoon.
Even though she would be leaving the country to stay safe,
he deserved a note. A note would be easier than a conversation.
At the kitchen island, she found a pad and steadied a pen on
the paper.
Dear Patrick,
If you’re reading this, it means you’re back from Florida
and have realized I’m not here.
Anna ripped the page off the small legal pad, crumpled it
into a ball, and tossed it on the marble island. She wrote for a living and
could do better.
Dear Patrick,
For the past two years, I’ve begged you to get help. I
understand your father hurt you, but I can no longer accept your past as an
excuse for hurting me. ME! The person who always loved you, tried to help you,
accepted your many, many apologies. You say you love me, but your actions speak
otherwise. I no longer love you. You bully me, make me afraid, and refuse to
let me to see my friends and family—
She ripped the paper off the pad and tore it in half. Too
much. She’d spoken these words to him many times after he’d calm down, her
speeches always soliciting remorse-filled apologies she’d blindly believed for
the first year of their marriage. The second year, she’d grown skeptical, but
continued to cover the bruises and lie to anybody who happened to see one. Now,
she despised him.
The clock on the wall showed it was time to leave. She
pressed the pen to the paper and the words flowed easily this time.
Dear Patrick,
By now you’ve been served the divorce papers and know I’m
leaving you. Please seek help and do not look for me. If you are calm when I return,
we can talk. Otherwise, you will deal with my attorney.
Anna
She propped the note next to a bowl of fruit, where they
always left messages they wanted the other to see…
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Sharon Struth
believes you’re never too old to pursue a dream. The Hourglass, her debut
novel, was a finalist in the National Readers’ Choice Awards for Best First
Book. She is the author of the popular Blue Moon Lake Novels, which include
Share the Moon.
When she’s not
working, she and her husband happily sip their way through the scenic towns of
the Connecticut Wine Trail, travel the world, and enjoy spending time with
their precious pets and two grown daughters. She writes from the friendliest
place she’s ever lived, Bethel, Connecticut. For essays, please visit
www.sharonstruth.com or visit her blog, Musings from the Middle more
information, including where to find her published Ages & More at
www.sharonstruth.wordpress.com
Buy Links:
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Social Media
Website:
www.sharonstruth.com
Twitter:
@sharonstruth
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My Review
I have enjoyed every book I have read by Sharon Struth and Saving Anna is no exception. The characters were relatable to me. I loved the sweet and beautiful romance.
I give Saving Anna five plus stars. I highly recommend it. This is such a powerful tale of love, healing and forgiveness. So many readers will be able to connect to this book like I did. I cannot wait for more by this author in the future.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
I give Saving Anna five plus stars. I highly recommend it. This is such a powerful tale of love, healing and forgiveness. So many readers will be able to connect to this book like I did. I cannot wait for more by this author in the future.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
