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Susan Appel

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Susan Appel is the author of What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives, a debut novel inspired by her own family’s story of loss, faith, and restoration. She writes with honesty and heart, exploring themes of identity, grief, and the enduring bonds of family. Susan believes deeply in the power of words to heal, to connect, and to remind us that even in life’s darkest seasons, hope can be found. She cherishes quiet moments and laughter-filled days at the Jersey Shore with her family. Susan finds joy in simple traditions, lasting friendships, and the spiritual journey that continues to guide her steps.

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What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives

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Susan Appel liked Carilyn Fukura's review of What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives: "Be prepared to go on an emotional journey with What the Heart Carries. This story takes its characters through some incredibly difficult, heartbreaking circumstances, and there were definitely moments when I wondered, “How much more can one family pos" Read more of this review »
Sep 19, 2026 02:24AM · see review
Susan Appel rated a book it was amazing Entertaining Angels by Sandy Hope Stewart	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Susan Appel rated a book it was amazing Love, Katie: A Mother's Journey with Twizzlers, Words and Joy by Nicolle Hallman	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Susan Appel liked Ashley Kanazawich 's review of What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives: "This book touched a deep part of my heart and it is going to stay there forever. I still have tears in my eyes even writing this review. I have experienced a loss in my own life that this story resonated with so deeply, and there were moments I genui" Read more of this review »
Sep 10, 2026 05:57AM · see review
Susan Appel and 1 other person liked Joyce's review of What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives: "I found this at the HUB in Ocean Grove. My decision to buy it came from the back cover and the artwork on the front cover. I was not disappointed. The story drew me in from the beginning and kept drawing me back to finish. Its a very personal story w" Read more of this review »
Sep 07, 2026 07:37PM · see review
Susan Appel liked Susan Roldan's review of What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives: "I just finished this wonderful, heart warming book. As a first time writer, the words were so eloquently written. I cried and felt all the emotions you as I read her journey. This is a must read for anyone grieving loss and forgiveness. "
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