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Getting What I Deserve

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Summer vacation nightmare flipped upside down? Buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of emotions.

Mark. The name sends shivers down Charlie's spine. A year of relentless bullying left its mark, deep and painful. But the first day of summer throws a curveball crueler than any Mark appears on Charlie's doorstep, begging for forgiveness.

Can a bully truly transform? Or is this just another cruel manipulation? Charlie grapples with a decision that could change everything. Can he find the strength to forgive, or will the anger and fear fester?

Getting What I Deserve is a powerful young adult story that

The lasting impact of bullyingMending broken trust (one shaky step at a time)The agonizing question of forgiveness (is it even possible?)Finding your voice and facing your fears

This gripping journey will keep you guessing. Will Charlie choose forgiveness and a chance at a new reality, or will the past hold him captive?

Perfect for fans of Wonder and They Both Die at the End, Getting What I Deserve is a story about resilience, the power of forgiveness (or the courage to walk away), and the unexpected friendships that can grow in the most surprising places.

Get your copy today and embark on an unforgettable summer adventure with Charlie!

129 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 19, 2024

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About the author

Rich Samuels

7 books30 followers
I first thought of myself as a writer at nine years old, but I didn’t get around to the heart of the matter until much later. In the meantime, I honed my storytelling skills through documentary filmmaking, video editing, scriptwriting, and assorted other diversions.

Today, I've written five novels for teens and young adults and have a thriving career as a freelance writer, ghostwriting for authors around the world. I've never been happier!

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76 reviews3 followers
September 24, 2024
A good book

I would recommend reading this book. It's a short book but a good story well not so much the bullying
31 reviews30 followers
December 27, 2024
I really enjoyed reading this short story. It is a story of challenges that can come with growing up, including bullying, navigating friendships, and the impact of parent relationships. It is also a story of learning how to stand up for yourself and discovering your worth and what you deserve.
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August 27, 2025
The book wasn't really about forgiveness. It was about the character learning to assert himself when no one was listening.
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December 6, 2024
We proudly announce that GETTING WHAT I DESERVE by Rich Samuels has been honored with the B.R.A.G. Medallion (Book Readers Appreciation Group). It now joins the very select award-winning, reader-recommended books at indieBRAG. This award is a testament to this book's quality and the impact it has had on readers.
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553 reviews37 followers
February 24, 2025
I won the Kindle edition book in a Goodreads
Giveaway. Thank you to everyone involved.
Good book.
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