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You Are Here
More Than authors and real-life heroines
Every year, Harlequin's More Than Words award is given to three real-life heroines, women whose courage and vision have helped change people's lives for the better. Once again, three bestselling Harlequin authors have written stories inspired by these remarkable women.
In You Are Here, sixteen-year-old Jennifer Whitman wishes she could just disappear. After her father's death, her family lost everything, including their home and comfortable way of life. With the help of a local charity, they've relocated to downtown Phoenix. But Jenn has unfinished business back in Paradise Valley.
Sixty-six days ago, Jenn fell in love with seventeen-year-old cowboy William Finnigan…and then he shattered her heart. She's been avoiding him ever since. But if Jenn wants to reclaim her beloved horse, she'll have to stop running. Jenn needs to face Finn one last time so she can put her past behind her and truly start over.
Look for all three ebooks inspired by real-life Red at Night by Katie McGarry, You Are Here by Liz Fichera and The Gift of a Good Start by Earl Sewell.
Every year, Harlequin's More Than Words award is given to three real-life heroines, women whose courage and vision have helped change people's lives for the better. Once again, three bestselling Harlequin authors have written stories inspired by these remarkable women.
In You Are Here, sixteen-year-old Jennifer Whitman wishes she could just disappear. After her father's death, her family lost everything, including their home and comfortable way of life. With the help of a local charity, they've relocated to downtown Phoenix. But Jenn has unfinished business back in Paradise Valley.
Sixty-six days ago, Jenn fell in love with seventeen-year-old cowboy William Finnigan…and then he shattered her heart. She's been avoiding him ever since. But if Jenn wants to reclaim her beloved horse, she'll have to stop running. Jenn needs to face Finn one last time so she can put her past behind her and truly start over.
Look for all three ebooks inspired by real-life Red at Night by Katie McGarry, You Are Here by Liz Fichera and The Gift of a Good Start by Earl Sewell.
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First published April 1, 2014
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September 10, 2014
When a young teen loses her heart and her home in the same day, how does she pick up the shattered pieces and go on when her family’s destination is unknown? Get ready for a heartbreaking story as seen through the eyes of Jennifer and prepare to be deeply moved when the pain, humiliation and loss is lived through the heart of youth. Never doubt the resilience and maturity a teen can demonstrate as Jennifer goes from hiding behind a new name and a shocking haircut to learning there is life after loss and it may be different, but exactly what you need.
You Are Here by Liz Fichera takes an ugly, but realistic topic and places her main character in the middle of the chaos, with rapid fire precision, while allowing Jennifer to grow from within and to see a brighter future. In just a few pages, Ms. Fichera will capture your heart and fuel your mind, as you wonder about the thousands facing Jennifer’s family crisis and hope they, too find a haven to cling to. Who knows, maybe you’ll even find a cause to champion.
Liz Fichera writes from the heart, pouring life into her words, her world and her characters. A wonderful FREE read, perfect for that quick break from reality.
Publication Date: April 1, 2014
Publisher: Harlequin Special Releases
ISBN-13: 9781460317938
Genre: YA Romance
Print Length: 73 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
You Are Here by Liz Fichera takes an ugly, but realistic topic and places her main character in the middle of the chaos, with rapid fire precision, while allowing Jennifer to grow from within and to see a brighter future. In just a few pages, Ms. Fichera will capture your heart and fuel your mind, as you wonder about the thousands facing Jennifer’s family crisis and hope they, too find a haven to cling to. Who knows, maybe you’ll even find a cause to champion.
Liz Fichera writes from the heart, pouring life into her words, her world and her characters. A wonderful FREE read, perfect for that quick break from reality.
Publication Date: April 1, 2014
Publisher: Harlequin Special Releases
ISBN-13: 9781460317938
Genre: YA Romance
Print Length: 73 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
April 4, 2014
A second ago life might have seemed normal. But now we remembered just how far from normal we really were. We were all one step away from shattering into a million pieces.
Jenn falls in love with Finn, only to find him with another girl. On that same day, Jenn and her family loses everything. With the help of "A New Start" they are able to piece their lives back together. They are relocated to downtown Phoenix, and Jenn is forced to leave her horse, Honey, behind. But to get Honey back Jenn has to go back to Finnigan Boarding Stables and face Finn once more...
I really enjoyed You Are Here, especially because the story is all too real. People easily go from having everything to nothing, not even a place to live. I loved seeing Jenn's family hit rock bottom, and then rise. Their living conditions may not be the same anymore, and they may not have much of what they used to, but there's no reason that life can't be any happier than their previous.
Character development isn't big, but it's enough for 73 pages. Aside from Jenn and her family, I liked Marisela and the others who befriend Jenn. They're selfless and welcoming, and it was the sweetest thing when they all pitched in the few money they had so Jenn could go back to see Honey. Those are true friends.
I had my doubts about Finn. He didn't leave a good first impression on me, but I liked him in the end. Though he didn't appear much at all, it worked.
You Are Here is a bit slow at times, but it was never boring. It really picked up at about 85%, when Jenn goes back to the stables. What happens afterward (technically before) was unexpected, but a good kind of unexpected. While the ending was cute, it was abrupt. Things end too quickly, and I was expecting to see more after Jenn's visit. And I'm not a huge fan of the last sentence either, but it is kind of cute.
Overall, You are Here is a cute and realistic story about starting over and moving on. I would recommend this; you can get it free here. It's even more wonderful because it's inspired by a real-life heroine.
"We'll be okay." And I meant it for the first time since those men came and drilled into our lives. It was as if some of the gray cloud over us was starting to lift. Not all of it, but the sun had a chance. We were going to be okay.
Jenn falls in love with Finn, only to find him with another girl. On that same day, Jenn and her family loses everything. With the help of "A New Start" they are able to piece their lives back together. They are relocated to downtown Phoenix, and Jenn is forced to leave her horse, Honey, behind. But to get Honey back Jenn has to go back to Finnigan Boarding Stables and face Finn once more...
I really enjoyed You Are Here, especially because the story is all too real. People easily go from having everything to nothing, not even a place to live. I loved seeing Jenn's family hit rock bottom, and then rise. Their living conditions may not be the same anymore, and they may not have much of what they used to, but there's no reason that life can't be any happier than their previous.
Character development isn't big, but it's enough for 73 pages. Aside from Jenn and her family, I liked Marisela and the others who befriend Jenn. They're selfless and welcoming, and it was the sweetest thing when they all pitched in the few money they had so Jenn could go back to see Honey. Those are true friends.
I had my doubts about Finn. He didn't leave a good first impression on me, but I liked him in the end. Though he didn't appear much at all, it worked.
You Are Here is a bit slow at times, but it was never boring. It really picked up at about 85%, when Jenn goes back to the stables. What happens afterward (technically before) was unexpected, but a good kind of unexpected. While the ending was cute, it was abrupt. Things end too quickly, and I was expecting to see more after Jenn's visit. And I'm not a huge fan of the last sentence either, but it is kind of cute.
Overall, You are Here is a cute and realistic story about starting over and moving on. I would recommend this; you can get it free here. It's even more wonderful because it's inspired by a real-life heroine.
"We'll be okay." And I meant it for the first time since those men came and drilled into our lives. It was as if some of the gray cloud over us was starting to lift. Not all of it, but the sun had a chance. We were going to be okay.
April 7, 2014
Beautifully written & heartbreaking! A lovely short story that captured the angst and anxiety of a family suddenly homeless. I was encouraged by the wonderful program, A New Start, that helped a downtrodden mom with kids find her way again.
A sweet little hint of romance made this novella truly delightful! Add in the awesome blurb from Liz Fichera's upcoming book Played, and it was a great read for the evening! Now I am excited for Played...always something good coming from HQN Teen & my fave YA authors...Fichera included!
A sweet little hint of romance made this novella truly delightful! Add in the awesome blurb from Liz Fichera's upcoming book Played, and it was a great read for the evening! Now I am excited for Played...always something good coming from HQN Teen & my fave YA authors...Fichera included!
April 10, 2014
It was a great and quick read. I like that it promotes hope, and that there's always a second chance, and that there are people who are willing to help out when you need it the most, even help from strangers.
May 20, 2014
A sweet, short read that answers an interesting question:
What would it be like to lose your home in the blink of an eye, with no money?
I think it would have been more amazing as a full-length novel, but I enjoyed it much more than Red At Night by Katie McGarry (which is a shame -- I love her books). My only complaint is not enough Finn. I also think that mini drama was unnecessary. I wish she hadn't seen it in the first place, though I like her reaction to the situation. I would imagine feeling a lot of pain and hurt, not being able to scream or shout with rage. That's how I THINK I'd react, personally, in any case.
Besides those points, I really enjoyed the story, and after reading a preview of Played, I definitely want to get a hold of more of Liz Fichera's books.
What would it be like to lose your home in the blink of an eye, with no money?
I think it would have been more amazing as a full-length novel, but I enjoyed it much more than Red At Night by Katie McGarry (which is a shame -- I love her books). My only complaint is not enough Finn. I also think that mini drama was unnecessary. I wish she hadn't seen it in the first place, though I like her reaction to the situation. I would imagine feeling a lot of pain and hurt, not being able to scream or shout with rage. That's how I THINK I'd react, personally, in any case.
Besides those points, I really enjoyed the story, and after reading a preview of Played, I definitely want to get a hold of more of Liz Fichera's books.
November 11, 2016
Jenn is heartbroken when Finn chooses another girl over her. Then something worse happens. She loses her home and her mom has to figure out life for her family in a homeless shelter while looking for job prospects. With the help of new friends, maybe Jenn can get what she wants. Jenn pulls at readers' heartstrings as her life unravels, but there's always hope.
December 12, 2019
This was a quick and easy read, and as usual with Liz Fichera's stories I got through pretty fast, eager to know where it would end. While in some ways this story feels like it might be unfinished - we don't know what happens for the family the story centres on longer-term - it ended on a note.
February 2, 2015
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For being a very short story, this book was incredibly substantial.
This book touched the topic of homelessness and financial instability. It was very heartbreaking and impacting seeing Jen and her family go through this. The pain of losing your home is unimaginable, but somehow Liz Fichera manages to capture that feeling and convey it accordingly. I could sympathize so much with the characters and it was definitely very difficult seeing them go through that.
I am so incredibly happy that this WASN'T about a romance, but about Jen and her need to discover herself and overcome this especially difficult situation.
However, Finn was so cute! He's the love interest, and in this short little novella this cowboy managed to steal my heart. <3
I also recommend you check out the foundation this book is writing for. Jubilee Women’s Center is a wonderful organization that helps women get through very difficult times. I loved learning about it.
My only disappointment is the fact that it was so short. This book captured my attention and made me want to read so much more. One thing’s for sure though: I’m definitely going to search for other Liz Fichera books.
For being a very short story, this book was incredibly substantial.
This book touched the topic of homelessness and financial instability. It was very heartbreaking and impacting seeing Jen and her family go through this. The pain of losing your home is unimaginable, but somehow Liz Fichera manages to capture that feeling and convey it accordingly. I could sympathize so much with the characters and it was definitely very difficult seeing them go through that.
A second ago life might have seemed normal. But now we remembered just how far from normal we really were. We were all one step away from shattering into a million pieces.
I am so incredibly happy that this WASN'T about a romance, but about Jen and her need to discover herself and overcome this especially difficult situation.
However, Finn was so cute! He's the love interest, and in this short little novella this cowboy managed to steal my heart. <3
I also recommend you check out the foundation this book is writing for. Jubilee Women’s Center is a wonderful organization that helps women get through very difficult times. I loved learning about it.
My only disappointment is the fact that it was so short. This book captured my attention and made me want to read so much more. One thing’s for sure though: I’m definitely going to search for other Liz Fichera books.
April 30, 2014
I loved the message this novella was trying to convey. It was so powerful and full of impact that I found myself pondering about my own life situation. I was filled with these strong emotions, and I sympathised with our main character Jenn.
As for the romance, it was pretty okay for me. I thought the plot itself was going to revolve around that aspect so I was surprised when that wasn't the case. For me, I would've wanted to see more interaction between Jenn and Finn.
Overall, I really liked this novella. And I badly want to check out some of Liz's other work.
As for the romance, it was pretty okay for me. I thought the plot itself was going to revolve around that aspect so I was surprised when that wasn't the case. For me, I would've wanted to see more interaction between Jenn and Finn.
Overall, I really liked this novella. And I badly want to check out some of Liz's other work.
April 21, 2014
I love the idea of this book .. it is about a real women that started a charity that helps get women that lost everything for one reason or another. This author won a contest where she had to write a story based on this women and put her own spin on it. This story was about a young girl who loses everything after her father and grandmother die and he mother can't keep up with the bills. It is about Jenn and her horse Honey and boy she loves that works at the stables. Great little story.
May 5, 2014
This was a cute little story. It actually seemed like something that could've happened...even though I still have enough faith in humanity that things wouldn't have gotten so bad and friends would've helped out. But the way the story works out, I thought it was good. I liked the characters and didn't mind the way it ended.
June 19, 2014
No wonder it was so short.
Short. Story. Oh.
But, I loved the format! With the 25 days, etc, and loved the friendships and focus on what Abby/Jenn's family is going through. Romance was a background and it wasn't until the end did it really show up.
Some language tho, which spoiled it:/
Loved the plot though! 3 and 1/2 stars
Short. Story. Oh.
But, I loved the format! With the 25 days, etc, and loved the friendships and focus on what Abby/Jenn's family is going through. Romance was a background and it wasn't until the end did it really show up.
Some language tho, which spoiled it:/
Loved the plot though! 3 and 1/2 stars
April 4, 2015
I wish it had been longer. It was a combination of serious and cute, and I really liked it.
November 19, 2014
A cute quick read that deals with some serious issues.
June 14, 2014
A wonderful story that can happen to anyone. Life can change in an instant, and with help from strangers and friends, and hope one can move forward no matter how hard the path is.
November 20, 2024
Just a short review:
This book was fun, though I didn't always like the main character. Instead of just asking Finn about the girl, she immediately assumed (bad thing) that he was cheating on her, and even when she saw those posters in her city, she ignored it. Didn't even think he might want to see her or discuss the situation with her, didn't think he might miss her.
We only see Finn in the beginning and at the end, which was a shame, he is a great character and I really liked him, sad that just one thing put a wedge between him and the main character.
I did like the whole poverty/evicted from her home thing, it was an interesting setting and while I have no experience with it, I feel like it was done right. Nice that even though everything seemed bleak at first, that there was enough help for them to get through it.
All in all a fun short book, but I wish there was more Finn.
Review first posted on http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
This book was fun, though I didn't always like the main character. Instead of just asking Finn about the girl, she immediately assumed (bad thing) that he was cheating on her, and even when she saw those posters in her city, she ignored it. Didn't even think he might want to see her or discuss the situation with her, didn't think he might miss her.
We only see Finn in the beginning and at the end, which was a shame, he is a great character and I really liked him, sad that just one thing put a wedge between him and the main character.
I did like the whole poverty/evicted from her home thing, it was an interesting setting and while I have no experience with it, I feel like it was done right. Nice that even though everything seemed bleak at first, that there was enough help for them to get through it.
All in all a fun short book, but I wish there was more Finn.
Review first posted on http://twirlingbookprincess.com/
April 5, 2014
Jennifer loves her horse Honey and even more so enjoys the long rides she has with Finn until one day when she sees Finn with another girl. Instead of confronting Finn, Jennifer runs home and is confronted with the site of the authorities repossessing her home and throwing her family out. After her mother comes home, Jennifer finds out that her family is homeless and basically has no more money left. Through the next few chaotic months, Jennifer is consumed with trying to survive in her new world. But she does keep thinking about Honey and Finn. She finally musters up the courage to go back and see Honey and ends up running into Finn and finds out that she'd totally misinterpreted the initial situation. A cute quick read.
April 6, 2014
Nice quick read.
Liked Jenn/Abby, I can't imagine what I'd do in her shoes. I think overall, she handled things as well as anyone her age could. Or any age, maybe.
The only thing I disliked about this story, was Finn.
Still, overall, an entertaining read.
Liked Jenn/Abby, I can't imagine what I'd do in her shoes. I think overall, she handled things as well as anyone her age could. Or any age, maybe.
The only thing I disliked about this story, was Finn.
Still, overall, an entertaining read.
March 16, 2016
What happens to Jennifer and her family is an eye opener for the reader as we get to experience her pain at the loss of her father then later the loss of her home and almost everything in it.
This is a sobering read that touches on the subject of being homeless and displaced from all that is familiar.
It is a heartfelt look through Jen's eyes that has honest emotions as she, her mother and brother slowly learn to cope with their new life and even more important embrace any positive aspects of it.
This is a sobering read that touches on the subject of being homeless and displaced from all that is familiar.
It is a heartfelt look through Jen's eyes that has honest emotions as she, her mother and brother slowly learn to cope with their new life and even more important embrace any positive aspects of it.
February 20, 2017
This was a cute novel. I could never imagine going through what Jenn and her family went through. She is one tough cookie to have her whole life change in a blink of an eye and roll with the changes like she did.
Because this was so short, I feel like I missed something. But overall I think this was a good book and think other readers would really like it as well.
Because this was so short, I feel like I missed something. But overall I think this was a good book and think other readers would really like it as well.
June 9, 2014
Bravo to Harlequin for hosting the More Than Words contest, which chooses three everyday heroines to highlight in their stories. Homelessness and poverty are all too real for so many teens. Thankfully, there are people willing to help...
June 27, 2014
whoa! great story!
"it's easy to be forgetful when you're grieving, even forget those things that you believe most people wouldn't.
"it's easy to be forgetful when you're grieving, even forget those things that you believe most people wouldn't.
April 13, 2014
All I wish is, I wish this was longer....
March 24, 2015
It portrays the anguish of a family loosing home and everything they know. Also the agony of a girl in her first love.
April 1, 2015
This is a very short story about Jenn, who's family lost their home and thinking that she lost the boy she was in love with, struggling to find her way back to normal. Sweet story!
November 20, 2024
This e-book has been in My Digital Library since October 18, 2015.
This is a story that I enjoyed and want to recommend to others. It is about changing a persona to reflect who you want to be in new circumstances; it is about finding supportive friends; and it is about learning to be a supportive family member.
I rate it 4 stars.
This is a story that I enjoyed and want to recommend to others. It is about changing a persona to reflect who you want to be in new circumstances; it is about finding supportive friends; and it is about learning to be a supportive family member.
I rate it 4 stars.
October 3, 2025
2⭐️
Sixteen-year-old Jenn often overthinks but tends to ask fewer questions when she faces issues with Finn and her mother. This may be due to her adolescent stage.
Sixteen-year-old Jenn often overthinks but tends to ask fewer questions when she faces issues with Finn and her mother. This may be due to her adolescent stage.
December 26, 2016
Muy muy dulce y buena historia.
February 15, 2017
You Are Here by Liz Fichera had such a promising beginning that I was a little disappointed about where it went and didn’t go. I found the plot to be an interesting concept that could have been developed more. I think where the story fell a little flat was after Jennifer attended school and started to make new connections. I felt like it jumped from her starting to adjust to a new life and straight to the confrontation with Finn. I knew it was a short story but I still felt that it could have been centered more on the love aspect while still telling a story of hardship, how Jennifer and her family moved beyond the struggles and created a life out of the little they had. Even though this wasn’t as great as Hooked I’ll still continue to look for Fichera’s future work.
I give You Are Here 3 out of 5 stars.
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I give You Are Here 3 out of 5 stars.
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May 8, 2014
This was a short story based around dealing with moving forward after tragedy strikes and your family loses everything that they know. It focuses on some of the charitable organizations that can help families recover from that devastation. The story centers around a teenager's young love and how that can be affected by life altering circumstances. It was an ok story, and a quick read, but nothing particularly memorable.
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