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Forever Fredless
Kate Robinson has spent the past two decades yearning to find her soul mate, the boy she found and then lost during a family holiday.
Shortly after her twenty-eighth birthday, however, she inherits a fortune from an old family friend and becomes something of an overnight celebrity. Can her new-found fame lead her to him after all this time?
Shortly after her twenty-eighth birthday, however, she inherits a fortune from an old family friend and becomes something of an overnight celebrity. Can her new-found fame lead her to him after all this time?
256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 2013
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Suzy Turner
35 books272 followersSuzy Turner wrote her first chick lit novel in her early twenties, but it wasn’t until much later that she decided to focus on writing full time. It was during a visit to Canada in 2009 when the ravens within the dark eerie forests of British Columbia called to her. The story of Lilly Taylor was born soon after and the first novel in The Raven Witch Saga was created. Suzy has since published numerous urban fantasy books, contemporary women's and cozy mystery novels.
Having lived in Portugal since childhood, Suzy, who is originally from Yorkshire in England, loves to travel. She finds inspiration wherever she goes. Old decrepit buildings, graveyards, cathedrals and castles are just a few of the things that can be found within the worlds of her urban fantasy books, and her contemporary women’s fiction novels are filled with fun friendships, ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances and quirky characters you’d want as friends.
Suzy lives in the Algarve with her husband, three cats and a dog, where she works on her bookcover design business—creating book covers for fellow authors. You can find out more at https://www.suzyturner.com/covers-by-...
Having lived in Portugal since childhood, Suzy, who is originally from Yorkshire in England, loves to travel. She finds inspiration wherever she goes. Old decrepit buildings, graveyards, cathedrals and castles are just a few of the things that can be found within the worlds of her urban fantasy books, and her contemporary women’s fiction novels are filled with fun friendships, ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances and quirky characters you’d want as friends.
Suzy lives in the Algarve with her husband, three cats and a dog, where she works on her bookcover design business—creating book covers for fellow authors. You can find out more at https://www.suzyturner.com/covers-by-...
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August 23, 2015
This could have used some serious editing to cut it down to 1/4 of its length. It was like listening to that friend who tells you every single detail of a dream you do not care about. It has a cute premise and a sweet goal, but it takes the scenic route to even get to the less-than-fulfilling end.
August 30, 2015
This story had a lot of potential, but I believe it needed more revision and edits...I did not enjoy meaningless scenes and repetitive details about the main character. the dialogue was awful, and did not engage my interest. I only finished it due to my curiosity about Fred.
June 25, 2018
What a fun read! Loved the concept of two souls meeting as children, and held my breath throughout, wondering if they would meet again as adult. A must read for romance readers.
October 5, 2013
I don't usually read chick lit books because I consider them sappy, where most times the heroine spends the entire time whining about the man she can't get. But nope, not this one! Kate is a wonderful main character. She is strong, independent and not moping around for her long-lost man. She has a great life with a rewarding career and devoted friends, and suddenly, out of the blue, a huge inheritence from a long-lost uncle she never really knew. Yes, her Fred from her memories is always with her, but the book is mostly about her relationships with her friends, the people and men she meets along the way, not to mention how in the world she is going to handle her new-found riches. Kate is a loveable character, and she and her friends have just the relationship any woman would want to be a part of. They are all so much fun, as is this book. A wonderfully fun, light, happy read. Just what chick lit should be!
November 17, 2013
I must start this review by stating that this is an absolutely Magnificent book.Right from the first page I was enveloped in such a good feeling that I did not want to stop reading.Kate was only 12 when she met her soulmate on holiday with her parents. The problem was, she never got the chance to talk to him and find out his name. Fast foreword almost twenty years and he is still on her mind. Kate's story is a whirlwind of the most unimaginable occurrences and it is a Must read.Such a lovely story, it is a true feel good book that I highly recommend to all lovers of pure literature.Brava to Suzy Turner who not only writes with the ease of a natural storyteller but delivers what every reader hopes for, a story that satisfies mind,body and soul.
March 11, 2014
I loved the laid-back nature of this book, and the uniquely British phrases. The character development was very strong: I felt like I knew the people in the story, especially the main character, Kate. I admired her ability to let things roll off her shoulder and I found myself cheering her on when good things happened to her.
Without spoiling the storyline, I can say, "Forever Fredless" is a fun, funny read. The realistic touches counter the light moments, which keep the tale from being too fluffy. I recommend this to all who like to read "chick lit."
Without spoiling the storyline, I can say, "Forever Fredless" is a fun, funny read. The realistic touches counter the light moments, which keep the tale from being too fluffy. I recommend this to all who like to read "chick lit."
October 8, 2014
This is a light read, perfect for a summer afternoon with no concerns.
Although I enjoyed the book, it definitely took a different twist than expected. Maybe you'll call me sadistic when I say I wanted Kate to suffer just a little bit more, but she did take an interesting journey. I loved the way the book ended, and I'll be keeping an eye out for a pink Mini everywhere I go.
Content: Some language, significant drinking, and one gay character.
Although I enjoyed the book, it definitely took a different twist than expected. Maybe you'll call me sadistic when I say I wanted Kate to suffer just a little bit more, but she did take an interesting journey. I loved the way the book ended, and I'll be keeping an eye out for a pink Mini everywhere I go.
Content: Some language, significant drinking, and one gay character.
September 21, 2014
Forever Fredless was a fun read. Suzy Turner mixes comedy and romance in this novel about a young woman who believes she has found her true love as a teenager only to be taken away from him before knowing for sure. I enjoyed the characters and the wit in this lovely book.
March 10, 2014
Fast, fun read!
April 2, 2014
Absolutely loved this book. So fantastic :) x
November 28, 2017
Okay, so I was a little hasty when rating the book. I was in the highs of the ending, but thinking about it a bit more clearly. I had to rate it down two stars, wait just hear me out. I did really enjoy this book, it's just that it ran off in all different directions.
You'd think that a story about a lifelong romance would you know, have more of that specific romance written into it. But sadly it didn't, I'd say this book was more about the main protagonist finding herself.
The plot; I'd say the plot was based on her first and only love, a boy/man she had never spoken to. She claims it was love at first sight, she goes on and on about "FRED" (Marc with a C) the whole way through the book. But she only sees him TWICE after their first meeting!! It's like what the hell, he should have been in it a lot more than that.
Subplot; A very rich man that was secretly dating her mum passes away and leaves the main character everything, the books main focus seems to be this. It explains how her life changes and how she comes to terms with everything around her.
You'd think that a story about a lifelong romance would you know, have more of that specific romance written into it. But sadly it didn't, I'd say this book was more about the main protagonist finding herself.
The plot; I'd say the plot was based on her first and only love, a boy/man she had never spoken to. She claims it was love at first sight, she goes on and on about "FRED" (Marc with a C) the whole way through the book. But she only sees him TWICE after their first meeting!! It's like what the hell, he should have been in it a lot more than that.
Subplot; A very rich man that was secretly dating her mum passes away and leaves the main character everything, the books main focus seems to be this. It explains how her life changes and how she comes to terms with everything around her.
October 22, 2016
FOR-EVER Fredless....
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, although it went on and on FOR-EVER.....which was ok because I enjoyed reading about all of the things Kate (main character) experienced. Plus, her group of friends were great — the author really did a wonderful job with character development. It made me want to be a part of the group!
So why did I only give 4 stars? Well, unfortunately I was disappointed in the ending. While it did end the way I anticipated it would end, it was too short and disappointing because it should have went further. After the build up of all the ups and downs the story takes getting to the end, it seemed like the author wanted to move on to something else so she rushed through writing it. I was left wanting more. So disappointing!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, although it went on and on FOR-EVER.....which was ok because I enjoyed reading about all of the things Kate (main character) experienced. Plus, her group of friends were great — the author really did a wonderful job with character development. It made me want to be a part of the group!
So why did I only give 4 stars? Well, unfortunately I was disappointed in the ending. While it did end the way I anticipated it would end, it was too short and disappointing because it should have went further. After the build up of all the ups and downs the story takes getting to the end, it seemed like the author wanted to move on to something else so she rushed through writing it. I was left wanting more. So disappointing!
August 3, 2017
Great feel good factor
Four stars on this book. It's a if only book for sure. What would you do if you win £147 million pounds? What would you do if you tell so far in love but it was pulled away. Searching for this love forever and hopefully finding it. The feel good factor is all the good things that happened to her friends. Their is no badness within the book. Good holiday reading.
Four stars on this book. It's a if only book for sure. What would you do if you win £147 million pounds? What would you do if you tell so far in love but it was pulled away. Searching for this love forever and hopefully finding it. The feel good factor is all the good things that happened to her friends. Their is no badness within the book. Good holiday reading.
August 12, 2017
Enjoyable
3.5 Stars! This one was enjoyable and I liked it. It just didn't envoke any strong emotion for me and I really wished there were more of an epilogue with details! I can't say it was a cliffhanger but the way it ended felt premature and that's all I can say without giving anything away. But it definitely held my interest.
3.5 Stars! This one was enjoyable and I liked it. It just didn't envoke any strong emotion for me and I really wished there were more of an epilogue with details! I can't say it was a cliffhanger but the way it ended felt premature and that's all I can say without giving anything away. But it definitely held my interest.
July 12, 2017
I really enjoyed this book and really wish it would happen to me! Oh the joys of spending and not worrying- a fun & entertaining reading, a character that does as she wants and is not influenced by others
July 28, 2017
This was a cute story with likable characters. It was a quick read with short chapters. I will look for more books by this author.
December 30, 2017
I absolutely loved it!!!
April 10, 2018
Ok read
May 11, 2018
I don't know why but for me, this book just never got going. There was a lot of build up and then a really abrupt ending.
March 3, 2019
Great read
Fun to read and easy to relate to characters. Well written and nice twist to finish. Would recommend if y9ure looking for an easy to dip in to book.
Fun to read and easy to relate to characters. Well written and nice twist to finish. Would recommend if y9ure looking for an easy to dip in to book.
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May 31, 2022Very amusing. Loved the Londonish slang words.
November 12, 2022
An okay story
Not sure why, but this was just not my type of story. However, do not take my word for it. Read the book for yourself. You might just love it.
Not sure why, but this was just not my type of story. However, do not take my word for it. Read the book for yourself. You might just love it.
August 15, 2017
Pulls you in straight away! I really enjoyed this book it was nice light reading and was hard to put down. Nice little surprise at the end
January 3, 2016
Whenever I review books outside my preferred genres I don't rate them according to my own tastes. Books have target audiences, and they have different preferences and expectations. No one needs my opinion to throw the numbers out. (I write for the 35+ plus male market, so I hate being Soccer-Mom'd)
Forever Fredless is well written and easy to read. Well written is well written. What little chick-lit I have read has often been annoyingly scatter brained. I never felt like yelling "SNAP OUT OF IT WOMAN!" like I have done with some Chick Lit I've tried to read.
However, there were two areas I didn't really like, but these can be explained away by above mentioned genre expectation.
1) Characters: The characters that come and go in Kate's life are too nice and too understanding. Kate inherits 150 million pounds from almost nowhere, but none of her friendships show any signs of cracking. I can't remember a genuine argument. Her father is OK with everything even if the man leaving the money was the subject of his wife's infidelity. It felt like there were chances to let the characters deviate from the happy middle ground and show some signs of dissent here and there. One of the morals was that money changes people, but it didn't change anyone close to Kate.
The one person with less than genuine intentions did not know Kate before and didn't do anything harmful, other than lie.
It just didn't feel like Kate was going through enough adversity that 150 million pounds couldn't airbrush over.
2) Pacing. The author made a promise very early on. Kate, as a young teenager, meets a similarly aged boy and from then on she is obsessed by him. That's the story. Everything else is a thematic means to that story telling end. But it was half way into the story that Kate actively started looking for 'Fred'. Too many scenes got in the way. The health spa experience and the group holiday to The Açores. I felt that the book didn't need the visit to the Portuguese villa for the same reasons that the Toronto apartment never featured. The pace would sometimes slow because some other character's story was taking centre stage.
Every character had their needs and had to overcome them; the inheritance lawyer, the friend who marries the Portuguese man and takes the Villa, Kate's best friend Jo falling in love, Kate's gay neighbour in New York going back to his boyfriend. Kate can take something from these experiences but there were just too many of them, and they were all happy endings.
As for the ending itself, I picked its initial foreshadowing, but it was cleverly delivered. I was worried that the story would carry the moral of 'Oh well, get over it' and just run out of steam. But happily, it didn't. The ending was excellent because of the technique used. When I finished the book, I immediately felt good for reading it. Any issues I had during the journey were compensated for by the eventual view.
Forever Fredless is well written and easy to read. Well written is well written. What little chick-lit I have read has often been annoyingly scatter brained. I never felt like yelling "SNAP OUT OF IT WOMAN!" like I have done with some Chick Lit I've tried to read.
However, there were two areas I didn't really like, but these can be explained away by above mentioned genre expectation.
1) Characters: The characters that come and go in Kate's life are too nice and too understanding. Kate inherits 150 million pounds from almost nowhere, but none of her friendships show any signs of cracking. I can't remember a genuine argument. Her father is OK with everything even if the man leaving the money was the subject of his wife's infidelity. It felt like there were chances to let the characters deviate from the happy middle ground and show some signs of dissent here and there. One of the morals was that money changes people, but it didn't change anyone close to Kate.
The one person with less than genuine intentions did not know Kate before and didn't do anything harmful, other than lie.
It just didn't feel like Kate was going through enough adversity that 150 million pounds couldn't airbrush over.
2) Pacing. The author made a promise very early on. Kate, as a young teenager, meets a similarly aged boy and from then on she is obsessed by him. That's the story. Everything else is a thematic means to that story telling end. But it was half way into the story that Kate actively started looking for 'Fred'. Too many scenes got in the way. The health spa experience and the group holiday to The Açores. I felt that the book didn't need the visit to the Portuguese villa for the same reasons that the Toronto apartment never featured. The pace would sometimes slow because some other character's story was taking centre stage.
Every character had their needs and had to overcome them; the inheritance lawyer, the friend who marries the Portuguese man and takes the Villa, Kate's best friend Jo falling in love, Kate's gay neighbour in New York going back to his boyfriend. Kate can take something from these experiences but there were just too many of them, and they were all happy endings.
As for the ending itself, I picked its initial foreshadowing, but it was cleverly delivered. I was worried that the story would carry the moral of 'Oh well, get over it' and just run out of steam. But happily, it didn't. The ending was excellent because of the technique used. When I finished the book, I immediately felt good for reading it. Any issues I had during the journey were compensated for by the eventual view.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 1, 2014
I would like to thank Suzy for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
When we first meet Kate she is 12 years old at a kids disco on holiday, where she meets a boy. In those few short seconds before she is pulled away by her dad to leave the holiday site, Kate falls for the boy, but never having spoken to him (Right Said Fred playing in the background). She names him in her head as Fred. The book makes you think, can you fall in love at first sight? Do you ever truly forget your first love?
Years later, Kate has never met ‘Fred’ but she still thinks of him often and no man can ever compare to him….
We follow Kate as she inherits a fortune from an old family friend, we discover the difficulties that the new found fame brings and will she still be able to keep her feet on the ground, while still underneath she longs for ‘Fred’.
I liked Kate as a character, not sure I would have still be longing for a boy after 16 years, but then again they say you can’t help who you fall in love with. It also begs the question do you know instantly who your soul mate is? I know as you get older you know instantly if you’re attracted to someone, is it in that instant look that you fall in love? I’m not sure myself but I really hope it is true.
I loved all the characters in this book, Kate has a close knit circle of friends, even her boss Julieanne who is batty about cats. I loved Freddie and how he helped Kate accept her life.
A really fun book, I hope as in this book your dreams really can come true, you just need to believe.
When we first meet Kate she is 12 years old at a kids disco on holiday, where she meets a boy. In those few short seconds before she is pulled away by her dad to leave the holiday site, Kate falls for the boy, but never having spoken to him (Right Said Fred playing in the background). She names him in her head as Fred. The book makes you think, can you fall in love at first sight? Do you ever truly forget your first love?
Years later, Kate has never met ‘Fred’ but she still thinks of him often and no man can ever compare to him….
We follow Kate as she inherits a fortune from an old family friend, we discover the difficulties that the new found fame brings and will she still be able to keep her feet on the ground, while still underneath she longs for ‘Fred’.
I liked Kate as a character, not sure I would have still be longing for a boy after 16 years, but then again they say you can’t help who you fall in love with. It also begs the question do you know instantly who your soul mate is? I know as you get older you know instantly if you’re attracted to someone, is it in that instant look that you fall in love? I’m not sure myself but I really hope it is true.
I loved all the characters in this book, Kate has a close knit circle of friends, even her boss Julieanne who is batty about cats. I loved Freddie and how he helped Kate accept her life.
A really fun book, I hope as in this book your dreams really can come true, you just need to believe.
August 23, 2015
this book isnt really a long book. it was a wonderful read. it was a story about a girl having found her true love at first sight at an adolecent age. but they never said anything to eachother and never saw eachother again afterwards.
later in the book she inherits a fortune from an unexpected source. she learns a few things about her family she didnt know. and with ritches come fame and people wanting to know how you came to be.
that started her journey to find herself. she made an attempt to find her long lost love and she thought she found him. but he has a backstory. like most cases when your famous and looking for a specific person your bound to catch a few loose screws.
she has wonderfully supportive friends who help her along her journey. forever friends. some she met after her inheritance but become friends like they knew eachother a long time before.
she gets so caught up in trying to find her fred she was so dissapointed and decided she needed to let go. and she did a find yourself quest.
i wish they would have had an epilague at the end though. the ending was lovely but i wish there would have been just a tad more to the finish.
later in the book she inherits a fortune from an unexpected source. she learns a few things about her family she didnt know. and with ritches come fame and people wanting to know how you came to be.
that started her journey to find herself. she made an attempt to find her long lost love and she thought she found him. but he has a backstory. like most cases when your famous and looking for a specific person your bound to catch a few loose screws.
she has wonderfully supportive friends who help her along her journey. forever friends. some she met after her inheritance but become friends like they knew eachother a long time before.
she gets so caught up in trying to find her fred she was so dissapointed and decided she needed to let go. and she did a find yourself quest.
i wish they would have had an epilague at the end though. the ending was lovely but i wish there would have been just a tad more to the finish.
July 12, 2017
This was a fun, humorous story to read. I remember my childhood days (or do I?) when I clicked with someone after only a glance. Of course, this person spoke only French, of which I knew not a word. But somehow I knew we could have been friends. I've always wondered about the paths this person took in life. So, the story of Kate meeting her soul mate at age 12 did not seem far-fetched to me, and brought back pleasant memories.
The author did a great job with dealing with ironies in the story. Meeting a gay "Fred," who was a soul mate. Being a writer, then finding out what it's like being sought after by the press. Helping others find love, when Kate's remained elusive.
The one thing that threw me was the change in POV in the final chapter. I had to read through it again to realize it was "Fred." Even though the title said "Fred," I thought it was about Fred and not related by Fred. It took me out of the moment of the story.
But in all, it was an enjoyable story that I think lovers of chicklit will most definitely enjoy.
The author did a great job with dealing with ironies in the story. Meeting a gay "Fred," who was a soul mate. Being a writer, then finding out what it's like being sought after by the press. Helping others find love, when Kate's remained elusive.
The one thing that threw me was the change in POV in the final chapter. I had to read through it again to realize it was "Fred." Even though the title said "Fred," I thought it was about Fred and not related by Fred. It took me out of the moment of the story.
But in all, it was an enjoyable story that I think lovers of chicklit will most definitely enjoy.
January 7, 2015
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This review is from: Forever Fredless (Kindle Edition)
To be completely honest, this book began a bit slow for me. I was a bit thrown off by the generic title. It just didn't "speak" to me at first. It took me a few chapters to be drawn into Kate's (the main character's) world. But once I arrived there, I didn't want to leave. The author described Kate and her friends so vividly, I wanted to BE her! Fabulous friends, amazing adventures, and to die for clothes!
The story line was well written, easy to follow, and the ending was my favorite part. The author threw in something completely unexpected and I was very impressed. I also appreciated the fact that she constructed the story with short chapters as I am a reader who despises having to find a good stopping point on my own so the appearance of a new chapter every 8-10 pages made it an ideal read for my schedule.
Great story Suzy! I look forward to checking out your future books as well.
This review is from: Forever Fredless (Kindle Edition)
To be completely honest, this book began a bit slow for me. I was a bit thrown off by the generic title. It just didn't "speak" to me at first. It took me a few chapters to be drawn into Kate's (the main character's) world. But once I arrived there, I didn't want to leave. The author described Kate and her friends so vividly, I wanted to BE her! Fabulous friends, amazing adventures, and to die for clothes!
The story line was well written, easy to follow, and the ending was my favorite part. The author threw in something completely unexpected and I was very impressed. I also appreciated the fact that she constructed the story with short chapters as I am a reader who despises having to find a good stopping point on my own so the appearance of a new chapter every 8-10 pages made it an ideal read for my schedule.
Great story Suzy! I look forward to checking out your future books as well.
August 25, 2015
This is a sunny ‘what if…’ story about a girl who longs for a dream not recognising that her life is offering her something better than that unattainable dream. It is a reminder to appreciate what you have, rather than covet something you can’t have.
Kate Robinson falls instantly in love when she is 12. She doesn’t know the boy’s name, they exchange a glance but not a single word, before being whisked away by their parents, destined never to meet again. As Kate grows older, no man matches up to ‘Fred’, as she thinks of him, until a surprise inheritance changes her life and shows her that there are other possible loves in her life than the unknown ‘Fred’.
Forever Fredless is a fast-moving chicklit novel which I read quickly on a flight going on holiday. Exactly the book to pack in your suitcase. It’ll teach you about the perils of celebrity, that money isn’t always a blessing, and that teenage dreams are made of clouds… but are still worth believing in.
Kate Robinson falls instantly in love when she is 12. She doesn’t know the boy’s name, they exchange a glance but not a single word, before being whisked away by their parents, destined never to meet again. As Kate grows older, no man matches up to ‘Fred’, as she thinks of him, until a surprise inheritance changes her life and shows her that there are other possible loves in her life than the unknown ‘Fred’.
Forever Fredless is a fast-moving chicklit novel which I read quickly on a flight going on holiday. Exactly the book to pack in your suitcase. It’ll teach you about the perils of celebrity, that money isn’t always a blessing, and that teenage dreams are made of clouds… but are still worth believing in.
October 1, 2014
I read this book just after I finished reading a very powerful novel, powerful and intense, so when I started this one, I smiled and looked forward to a fun and relaxed read. It was relaxing alright, but the fun was killed for me by what one of my past editors would call the “ing” binge. It really removed the punch and sting from the story telling. Every time I came across these “ings” I frowned and wished the editor had noticed and eliminated them, but it was just the away Kate spoke all the time.
The other surprise happened toward the end of the story. There was this change in the P.O.V. that happened without any warning. I had to go back a couple of pages to see whether I missed where Kate confessed of being gay, because the shift suggested that. In the end, when everything fitted into place, I was happily surprised about the ending. The ending was where the story started for me.
The other surprise happened toward the end of the story. There was this change in the P.O.V. that happened without any warning. I had to go back a couple of pages to see whether I missed where Kate confessed of being gay, because the shift suggested that. In the end, when everything fitted into place, I was happily surprised about the ending. The ending was where the story started for me.
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