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To Be Continued
Elizabeth Malone wakes up the morning after an amazing night of passion with her husband of forty years to find a Dear Lizzie, it's not you, it's me. Abandoned by her husband, disappointed in daughter Susie's casual attitude Dad's having a mid-life crisis, Beth decides to re-establish herself as the winner she once was. When Frank Malone returns, he's in for a big surprise!
280 pages, Paperback
First published December 12, 2009
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About the author
Charmaine Gordon
48Ìýbooks18ÌýfollowersYears of experience as an actor on daytime drama. Stage, spokesperson and commercials plus writing sketches for Air Force shows helped prepare me for the wonders of a writing career.
Of course, I didnt realize it at the time when immersed in the written words of others, that I was like a sponge, soaking up how to construct a scene, write dialogue, and paint the setting.
My writing effort came later when I wrote a two page story, sent it to son, Paul who commented, Cool. Can you write ten pages? Seemed impossible but the story poured from my fingers and seventy thousand words later, I typed The End.
I kissed my acting career goodbye, leaving on a high note with the lead in an Off Broadway play, The Fourth Commandment playwright Rich Knipe. It was great fun and time to move on. Movies like Working Girl, Road to Wellville and having the pleasure of Anthony Hopkins company at lunch, working with Mike Nichols in Regarding Henry and singing outside with Harrison Ford, crying with Gene Wilder over loss on another set, When Harry Met Sally with the whole gang singing It Had to Be You. Lots of fond memories. My first job as stand-in leg model for Geraldine Ferraro in a Diet Pepsi commercial with Secret Service men guarding her and her daughters. A sweet time."
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December 16, 2021
Audible audiobook read by Rebecca Roberts
3***
From the book jacket: Elizabeth Malone wakes up the morning after an amazing night of passion with her husband of forty years to find a note: “dear Lizzie, it’s not you, it’s me.� Abandoned by her husband, disappointed in daughter Susie’s casual attitude, Beth decides to re-establish herself as the winner she once was
My reactions
I wasn’t expecting much from this coming-of-middle-age book, but I found it to be pretty entertaining. Oh, I did have some issues with the main character. Beth was once an ambitious woman with a promising career, but she took on the role of doctor’s wife to please her husband and seems to have left her brain power behind. I was pretty frustrated with her at the outset. But eventually she does find a good therapist, satisfying volunteer work, a strengthened relationship with her daughter, a new friend to boost her morale, a new attorney to get her what she deserves, and a new man who will support and encourage her endeavors as she starts her own business.
It was a fun, fast read.
Rebecca Roberts does a fine job on the audiobook. She sets a good pace and has clear diction.
3***
From the book jacket: Elizabeth Malone wakes up the morning after an amazing night of passion with her husband of forty years to find a note: “dear Lizzie, it’s not you, it’s me.� Abandoned by her husband, disappointed in daughter Susie’s casual attitude, Beth decides to re-establish herself as the winner she once was
My reactions
I wasn’t expecting much from this coming-of-middle-age book, but I found it to be pretty entertaining. Oh, I did have some issues with the main character. Beth was once an ambitious woman with a promising career, but she took on the role of doctor’s wife to please her husband and seems to have left her brain power behind. I was pretty frustrated with her at the outset. But eventually she does find a good therapist, satisfying volunteer work, a strengthened relationship with her daughter, a new friend to boost her morale, a new attorney to get her what she deserves, and a new man who will support and encourage her endeavors as she starts her own business.
It was a fun, fast read.
Rebecca Roberts does a fine job on the audiobook. She sets a good pace and has clear diction.
May 22, 2010
Shattered by the desertion of her husband after a 40-year marriage, Beth Malone learns to survive and thrive on her own. Her problems are compounded when her "daddy's little girl" daughter sides with her father.
Beth, formerly Lizzie, takes a good, hard and long look at herself and realizes how she allowed herself to live in the background and backseat. It's time she brought herself to the front. Her former swim trophies once made her feel like a winner - now she intends to be a winner in life.
With the support and encouragement of a new cast of friends (Lisa, Sister M&M, Hilly, Tommy & more), Beth builds a successful business, feels the reward of "giving back" and discovers new love. When soon-to-be ex-husband Frank comes back, she has the self-confidence needed to show him the door.
The story is empowering, you'll cheer for Beth at every step. The cast of characters is intriguing and memorable. The author's talent is remarkable.
I highly recommend this book for everyone.
Beth, formerly Lizzie, takes a good, hard and long look at herself and realizes how she allowed herself to live in the background and backseat. It's time she brought herself to the front. Her former swim trophies once made her feel like a winner - now she intends to be a winner in life.
With the support and encouragement of a new cast of friends (Lisa, Sister M&M, Hilly, Tommy & more), Beth builds a successful business, feels the reward of "giving back" and discovers new love. When soon-to-be ex-husband Frank comes back, she has the self-confidence needed to show him the door.
The story is empowering, you'll cheer for Beth at every step. The cast of characters is intriguing and memorable. The author's talent is remarkable.
I highly recommend this book for everyone.
September 10, 2011
I'm about half-way through and am really liking the main character. Ms. Gordon got me hooked on her situation from the first page. She's a strong, older woman trying to pull herself together after her marriage suddenly dissolves. Can't wait to see how it turns out...
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