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What Really Matters
Two falling towers. Four women. Lives forever altered. A powerful disaster story about survival, instinct, and love rising from the aftermath of September 11.
Sweet Indiana native Amelia is still getting used to the fast-paced, big-city life after moving to New York City to be with her girlfriend, Charlie. She’s standing outside the World Trade Center when the air above her cracks and rains debris and chaos upon the streets.
Ambitious butch lesbian Charlie is on the ninety-third floor of the South Tower when a jet plows into the tower opposite, its impact shaking the windows. As she urges her reluctant colleagues to the exits, Charlie’s first thought is about who is in that shattered building.
Charlie’s best friend, Lindsey, is smart, stunning, has a rich girlfriend, and a lifestyle to envy when a fireball scorches down the North Tower elevator shaft. In that instant, she becomes just one of the anonymous masses, trapped, scared, and desperately seeking escape.
As colleagues and strangers bond, fight, pray, and die around them, all that’s left in the darkness is hope. It’s what Amelia’s best friend, Teri, clings to, back in Valparaiso, Indiana, as she watches the horrifying news of the terrorist attack unfold.
The four women discover how everything can change in an instant…and what really matters.
Sweet Indiana native Amelia is still getting used to the fast-paced, big-city life after moving to New York City to be with her girlfriend, Charlie. She’s standing outside the World Trade Center when the air above her cracks and rains debris and chaos upon the streets.
Ambitious butch lesbian Charlie is on the ninety-third floor of the South Tower when a jet plows into the tower opposite, its impact shaking the windows. As she urges her reluctant colleagues to the exits, Charlie’s first thought is about who is in that shattered building.
Charlie’s best friend, Lindsey, is smart, stunning, has a rich girlfriend, and a lifestyle to envy when a fireball scorches down the North Tower elevator shaft. In that instant, she becomes just one of the anonymous masses, trapped, scared, and desperately seeking escape.
As colleagues and strangers bond, fight, pray, and die around them, all that’s left in the darkness is hope. It’s what Amelia’s best friend, Teri, clings to, back in Valparaiso, Indiana, as she watches the horrifying news of the terrorist attack unfold.
The four women discover how everything can change in an instant…and what really matters.
351 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 13, 2025
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About the author
Rita Potter
19 books140 followersRita Potter has spent most of her life trying to figure out what makes people tick. To that end, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and an MA in Sociology. Her favorite pastime is crawling around inside peoples’ brains. Her loved ones are grateful that she now has characters whose minds she can explore, so maybe she’ll stay out of theirs.
Rita’s writing reflects her belief that in some way we are all damaged and must conquer our demons in order to create a fulfilling life. Being an eternal optimist, she maintains that the human spirit is remarkably resilient and can overcome even the most challenging obstacles. That optimism is the wellspring of her life goal- to provide encouragement and support to help people thrive.
In her spare time, she enjoys the outdoors. She is especially drawn to the water, which is ironic since she lives in the middle of a corn field. Her first love has always been reading, which has spurred her writing. She rides a Harley Davidson and has an unnatural obsession with fantasy football. More than anything she detests small talk, but can ramble on for hours given a topic that interests her.
She lives in a small town in Illinois with her wife, Terra, and their cat, Chumley, who actually runs the household.
Rita is a member of American Mensa and the Golden Crown Literary Society. She is currently a student of the GCLS Writing Academy 2021.
Rita’s writing reflects her belief that in some way we are all damaged and must conquer our demons in order to create a fulfilling life. Being an eternal optimist, she maintains that the human spirit is remarkably resilient and can overcome even the most challenging obstacles. That optimism is the wellspring of her life goal- to provide encouragement and support to help people thrive.
In her spare time, she enjoys the outdoors. She is especially drawn to the water, which is ironic since she lives in the middle of a corn field. Her first love has always been reading, which has spurred her writing. She rides a Harley Davidson and has an unnatural obsession with fantasy football. More than anything she detests small talk, but can ramble on for hours given a topic that interests her.
She lives in a small town in Illinois with her wife, Terra, and their cat, Chumley, who actually runs the household.
Rita is a member of American Mensa and the Golden Crown Literary Society. She is currently a student of the GCLS Writing Academy 2021.
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September 29, 2025
4 Stars
It seems that whatever Rita Potter chooses as subject for her general fiction novels, she delivers. As a reader, the authenticity of the scenes in What Really Matters was a standout. It was apparent that due diligence was done meticulously before coming up with this book. The tragedy was handled with respect and as accurate as a general fiction novel with real life events could get.
It seems that whatever Rita Potter chooses as subject for her general fiction novels, she delivers. As a reader, the authenticity of the scenes in What Really Matters was a standout. It was apparent that due diligence was done meticulously before coming up with this book. The tragedy was handled with respect and as accurate as a general fiction novel with real life events could get.
May 14, 2025
This is an amazing book. We meet a group of people, some who have been friends for years, new lovers and all that met in the worst day of their lives, September 11, 2001.
We feel what they do as they fight to make it out of the towers.We cry when they realize they've lost friends and colleagues. Yet, it makes them stronger. It also makes us realize how we were a nation, united.
This is a compelling, extremely well written book that brings back memories of that day. We we're proud Americans. This book touched my heart and is a FAVORITE! I wish I could give it at least 10 stars, but have to settle for 5.
We feel what they do as they fight to make it out of the towers.We cry when they realize they've lost friends and colleagues. Yet, it makes them stronger. It also makes us realize how we were a nation, united.
This is a compelling, extremely well written book that brings back memories of that day. We we're proud Americans. This book touched my heart and is a FAVORITE! I wish I could give it at least 10 stars, but have to settle for 5.
May 15, 2025
What an incredible book.
This is beautifully written with so much care and consideration. Rita Potter handles the delicate subject matter with compassion, sensitivity and respect.
Loved the book. Loved the characters, especially Amelia and Lindsey. Despite the subject matter, I didn’t feel that it was depressing. There are several scenes of levity and heartwarming moments that balance out the intensity of what characters are experiencing, (there are TW, please practice self care). Plus, let’s not forget, there is a love story…or two 😉
I highly recommend What Really Matters ❤️
This is beautifully written with so much care and consideration. Rita Potter handles the delicate subject matter with compassion, sensitivity and respect.
Loved the book. Loved the characters, especially Amelia and Lindsey. Despite the subject matter, I didn’t feel that it was depressing. There are several scenes of levity and heartwarming moments that balance out the intensity of what characters are experiencing, (there are TW, please practice self care). Plus, let’s not forget, there is a love story…or two 😉
I highly recommend What Really Matters ❤️
May 19, 2025
Rita Potter’s, What Really Matters, is a beautifully written and deeply emotional story ( I shed many tears,) that stands out as perhaps her best work to date. Set against the backdrop of one of the most pivotal days in modern history—9/11—the story follows the intertwined lives of four women as they navigate the shock, loss, and transformation that unfolded in the wake of the attacks.
The four women at the heart of the story are friends, and two of them are in a romantic relationship. Their new relationship seems to be a match made in heaven, but when the planes hit the towers, everything begins to shift. The tragedy alters the dynamics between them in ways that are both heartbreaking and, sadly, entirely believable. Potter captures these changes with honesty and emotional depth, showing how grief, fear, and uncertainty can alter the closest relationships, while also revealing the strength that can emerge from such pain.
Potter handles this difficult subject with grace, sensitivity and respect, capturing not just the historical significance of the day, but the deeply personal impact it had on individuals and communities. Each woman’s journey is unique, yet together they form a powerful narrative about resilience, love, grief, and the enduring strength of human connection.
Brava Rita!
The four women at the heart of the story are friends, and two of them are in a romantic relationship. Their new relationship seems to be a match made in heaven, but when the planes hit the towers, everything begins to shift. The tragedy alters the dynamics between them in ways that are both heartbreaking and, sadly, entirely believable. Potter captures these changes with honesty and emotional depth, showing how grief, fear, and uncertainty can alter the closest relationships, while also revealing the strength that can emerge from such pain.
Potter handles this difficult subject with grace, sensitivity and respect, capturing not just the historical significance of the day, but the deeply personal impact it had on individuals and communities. Each woman’s journey is unique, yet together they form a powerful narrative about resilience, love, grief, and the enduring strength of human connection.
Brava Rita!
May 17, 2025
Intense and beautiful
This author always tells great stories. This one may be her best - so far. The characters draw us into their intense story as they live through 9/11 and the aftermath. The relationships that developed as a result of the shared trauma are well developed and well written.
This author always tells great stories. This one may be her best - so far. The characters draw us into their intense story as they live through 9/11 and the aftermath. The relationships that developed as a result of the shared trauma are well developed and well written.
October 13, 2025
(rounded down from 4.25)
It's always interesting to me to read books set during the events of 9/11 (or directly after to observe the aftermath) as someone who is not American but was impacted by the global racism against anyone who "looks Muslim/brown" afterwards. This book is focused almost entirely on (white) Americans and their experiences during this event, which is fair but a bit odd to focus on in the year of our lord two thousand and twenty-five, particularly the "it was a day all Americans came together in unity" aspect, when the unity was mostly discharged as sorrow or anger towards people of color.
Anyway, now that the aspect that was disappointing to me is out of the way, the actual story focuses primarily on one friend group, made up of several queer couples. Some of them work in the towers, and one is there for an exciting new work opportunity interview, and some who are nearby or observing from another state.
It's obvious that Rita Potter did a lot of research into the towers and the events of that day. The accounts from the characters who survive and their journeys getting to safety, and the timeline feel very authentic. The chapters are unfortunately very short, which makes it difficult to ground ourselves in one person's POV before we move to another person's POV.
I think the part I particularly enjoyed was the relationships between the main friendship group and how they morph after experiencing a tragedy collectively. How does a relatively new relationship survive such intense trauma and grief? How does someone who just moved to a big city from a smaller town and is already a bit overwhelmed getting back a sense of security in said city? How do people act in times of peril when it's saving themselves or helping someone else at risk to themselves? How do you deal with the uncertainty of not knowing if your loved ones and friends are safe or dead in the rubble? How does dealing with grief and injury change relationships? To me, that was the main meat of the story because we know a lot about the day and how the towers fell after being hit.
I enjoyed this story, and it was obviously well-researched, but it does feel a bit lacking in nuance in modern-day America, especially at a time when, from the perspective of a non-American and POC, pride in America being high is a bit of a red flag indicating a lack of empathy. If you're looking for a story about friendships, love, and overcoming the odds during a suddenly traumatic time, this will definitely check all those boxes.
It's always interesting to me to read books set during the events of 9/11 (or directly after to observe the aftermath) as someone who is not American but was impacted by the global racism against anyone who "looks Muslim/brown" afterwards. This book is focused almost entirely on (white) Americans and their experiences during this event, which is fair but a bit odd to focus on in the year of our lord two thousand and twenty-five, particularly the "it was a day all Americans came together in unity" aspect, when the unity was mostly discharged as sorrow or anger towards people of color.
Anyway, now that the aspect that was disappointing to me is out of the way, the actual story focuses primarily on one friend group, made up of several queer couples. Some of them work in the towers, and one is there for an exciting new work opportunity interview, and some who are nearby or observing from another state.
It's obvious that Rita Potter did a lot of research into the towers and the events of that day. The accounts from the characters who survive and their journeys getting to safety, and the timeline feel very authentic. The chapters are unfortunately very short, which makes it difficult to ground ourselves in one person's POV before we move to another person's POV.
I think the part I particularly enjoyed was the relationships between the main friendship group and how they morph after experiencing a tragedy collectively. How does a relatively new relationship survive such intense trauma and grief? How does someone who just moved to a big city from a smaller town and is already a bit overwhelmed getting back a sense of security in said city? How do people act in times of peril when it's saving themselves or helping someone else at risk to themselves? How do you deal with the uncertainty of not knowing if your loved ones and friends are safe or dead in the rubble? How does dealing with grief and injury change relationships? To me, that was the main meat of the story because we know a lot about the day and how the towers fell after being hit.
I enjoyed this story, and it was obviously well-researched, but it does feel a bit lacking in nuance in modern-day America, especially at a time when, from the perspective of a non-American and POC, pride in America being high is a bit of a red flag indicating a lack of empathy. If you're looking for a story about friendships, love, and overcoming the odds during a suddenly traumatic time, this will definitely check all those boxes.
May 29, 2025
Just Wow!
I can’t recommend this book enough! The subject matter is tough but Rita’s storytelling makes you realize the true beauty of survival and not the despair of the loss we experienced on 9/11. 5 🌟
I can’t recommend this book enough! The subject matter is tough but Rita’s storytelling makes you realize the true beauty of survival and not the despair of the loss we experienced on 9/11. 5 🌟
May 20, 2025
Fantastic book. I have read all of her books and after each one 1 complete I can't believe she's written but yet another great book. Highly suggest this book!
May 19, 2025
I was afraid to read this book because of the subject matter. Rita handled it with care and compassion. She was able to articulate what Americans felt that day.
May 22, 2025
What a compelling, page turning story. For so many years I thought I had a good understanding of what happened during 911. At the time as I watched it all unfold from the comfort of my armchair in Australia, I thought I could understand and sympathise with the pain of the victims. How wrong I was. 'What Really Matters' took me on the victim's journey during and post event. It made me feel the heat, smell the smoke and experience the sheer shock, desperation and fear of those at ground zero in an extremely powerful way. It made me think of things I never knew about like the flash of the fire, the sound of the alarms, the endless flights of exit stairs, the flooding from the sprinklers..... And, most powerful of all was the way in which people looked after each other. Strangers helping strangers. Acts of kindness and genuine selflessness. Very moving. Bravo to the author who captures this so eloquently.
But that's not all this story has to give. The author then takes us on a journey through the complexities of the very human experience in the aftermath as the characters grapple with the complexities of survivor guilt, trauma both physical and mental, relationship difficulties and the coming together of a whole community united by grief.
With so much going on it takes a truly talented author to keep the story on track, the characters developing in unity and the plot coasting along. Rita Potter has done succeeded admirably.
A truly excellent read!
But that's not all this story has to give. The author then takes us on a journey through the complexities of the very human experience in the aftermath as the characters grapple with the complexities of survivor guilt, trauma both physical and mental, relationship difficulties and the coming together of a whole community united by grief.
With so much going on it takes a truly talented author to keep the story on track, the characters developing in unity and the plot coasting along. Rita Potter has done succeeded admirably.
A truly excellent read!
August 20, 2025
There are certain historical events that take place over time in which you will always remember where you were when you heard about them, particularly the disasters. I recall distinctly where I was when I saw the space shuttle Challenger explode on TV and where I was when I heard about the events of 9/11. Like one of the characters in this story I was about 5 months pregnant and at work. My then husband (an airline pilot) was in San Francisco and he called me to tell me what had happened (and that he was OK). He had been due to fly home that day but US airspace was closed for a week so I was left alone as the events unfolded and I thought to myself: ‘What kind of world is this to bring a baby into?’ Now, my daughter is 23 and life goes on. The author here does a really good job of expounding what happened in New York on that day - the horror, the small decisions that have massive consequences, the disbelief, the grit and the grime that chased those fleeing the collapsing Twin Towers, but also the resilience of the human spirit. Many lives were lost and other lives hugely impacted with long term effects. That is really well conveyed here by focusing on a small group of people who get swept up in the events on 11th September 2001 in New York.…we should never forget. I know I never will…
August 31, 2025
It Really Is About What Matters!
I purchased this in May but then was very hesitant about reading it. I am a born and raised New Yorker. Although in another state now, New York is in my blood. I was quickly absorbed in the story, that is a testament to Rita Potter’s writing. As absorbed as I was, the timetable on each chapter started bringing chills as I knew what was coming. As each character was set into place, the apprehension of what was to be at that moment kept me focused. As the first plane flew in and hit I turned myself over to Rita’s words. I worked for thirty years in Manhattan and then my company relocated on Long Island New York. So we watched in stunned silence. We knew many people who worked the area and in the towers. I am stunned at the absolute accuracy on the ground and the confusion of what to do inside the towers as it was happening to the characters. The thing is the story was holding its own even though memories were trying to invade. This is a book that must be read. Yes there was so much more happening but it didn’t need to be in this particular story. The outcome of the characters and those who were lost, was a necessary evil but it had the ending that made this story complete. I commend Rita Potter for tackling this topic in a love story. I wish I could give it more than five stars.
I purchased this in May but then was very hesitant about reading it. I am a born and raised New Yorker. Although in another state now, New York is in my blood. I was quickly absorbed in the story, that is a testament to Rita Potter’s writing. As absorbed as I was, the timetable on each chapter started bringing chills as I knew what was coming. As each character was set into place, the apprehension of what was to be at that moment kept me focused. As the first plane flew in and hit I turned myself over to Rita’s words. I worked for thirty years in Manhattan and then my company relocated on Long Island New York. So we watched in stunned silence. We knew many people who worked the area and in the towers. I am stunned at the absolute accuracy on the ground and the confusion of what to do inside the towers as it was happening to the characters. The thing is the story was holding its own even though memories were trying to invade. This is a book that must be read. Yes there was so much more happening but it didn’t need to be in this particular story. The outcome of the characters and those who were lost, was a necessary evil but it had the ending that made this story complete. I commend Rita Potter for tackling this topic in a love story. I wish I could give it more than five stars.
May 31, 2025
This story takes you back to that day when everything changed and reminded me how we all seemed to come together as well. I love all the characters Rita Potter put together so well in this moving tale of events from their point of view. While reading this book I kept finding myself looking up things like, what time did the South Tower fall, what time did the North Tower fall? I wanted so much for these characters in a book to make it out alive because it could be different in a written story... people could survive. This story brought out the same emotions as that day, this is what great writing will do, leave you cheering for the characters while you're on an emotional roller coaster with them. I really didn't want to read another story about 9-11 but the author has written other great stories and even though at my age I know what really matters... it's always good to see a reminder.
August 23, 2025
I was hesitant to read this novel because of the subject matter. I remember 9/11 so vividly and watching the horror unfold on the TV in my bosses office and later at home. I'm glad I decided to read this novelization of the events of that day. How strangers helped each other escape the horrors and how friends waited for word on their loved ones. You can tell that Ms. Potter researched the events and also read the accounts of people who survived and the accounts of people who lost friends and loved ones. Ms. Potter's main and even secondary characters are portrayed deeply in their emotions, thoughts and what they witnessed. Even though the subject matter is heart breaking, this book is also uplifitng as the human spirit and humanity shines through. This is a book that I'll read again. It's that good.
May 20, 2025
Two couples and their friends are caught up in the chaos of the Sept 11 attack on the twin towers.
Charlie and Amelia were celebrating six months together, just before. At the party were their friends Lindsey and Deb.
Both Charlie and Lindsey were in one of the two towers. The escape own the stairs is riveting, especially knowing both buildings will collapse.
Knew Deb would bail after Lindsey was burned. As they recover from the physical woulds, the emotional ones make themselves known.
Good read! The romantic fall out made sense, and i liked all the characters. 4 out of 5 stars. .
Charlie and Amelia were celebrating six months together, just before. At the party were their friends Lindsey and Deb.
Both Charlie and Lindsey were in one of the two towers. The escape own the stairs is riveting, especially knowing both buildings will collapse.
Knew Deb would bail after Lindsey was burned. As they recover from the physical woulds, the emotional ones make themselves known.
Good read! The romantic fall out made sense, and i liked all the characters. 4 out of 5 stars. .
August 22, 2025
Survival
I had trepidations about reading this book. The emotion I have about the world crate center are still within. This was a very emotional book and several ways the first being the people who were there at the World Trade Center September 11, 2001. The main character is Amelia Who thought to find her dream for a job and love in New York City. What she found was love and friendship in many different ways. I found this book very appealing and very well done. It is a very emotional book and at times very graphic about what happened at 911. I recommend this bookfor all who like a wonderful love and survival story.
I had trepidations about reading this book. The emotion I have about the world crate center are still within. This was a very emotional book and several ways the first being the people who were there at the World Trade Center September 11, 2001. The main character is Amelia Who thought to find her dream for a job and love in New York City. What she found was love and friendship in many different ways. I found this book very appealing and very well done. It is a very emotional book and at times very graphic about what happened at 911. I recommend this bookfor all who like a wonderful love and survival story.
May 20, 2025
Excellent read
I absolutely loved this book. I wasn't sure because of the topic but it was handled with empathy and love and a realness that brought that time back. Being a Brit we heard about it later than some but were still horrified by the events. I loved how it was a part of the book but also the story had its own grip. I had to force myself to stop reading... I was a little tired for the school run the following day but so worth it. Finished in 2 sittings and now looking forward to adding a paper copy to my little home lesbian library. Thank you Rita.
I absolutely loved this book. I wasn't sure because of the topic but it was handled with empathy and love and a realness that brought that time back. Being a Brit we heard about it later than some but were still horrified by the events. I loved how it was a part of the book but also the story had its own grip. I had to force myself to stop reading... I was a little tired for the school run the following day but so worth it. Finished in 2 sittings and now looking forward to adding a paper copy to my little home lesbian library. Thank you Rita.
June 29, 2025
Incredible read. It sort of explained to me, as a not US citizen, the trauma people must have gone through when 9/11 happened and the aftermath.
Especially interesting when focusing on lesbian characters. Loved Amelia's story as an on the ground witness and her continued friendship with the pregnant woman she helps. Felt for Lindsay with her slow recovery as burns victim and the story's development.
This was my first Rita Potter book, but if all her novels are this gripping, I sure will want more.
Especially interesting when focusing on lesbian characters. Loved Amelia's story as an on the ground witness and her continued friendship with the pregnant woman she helps. Felt for Lindsay with her slow recovery as burns victim and the story's development.
This was my first Rita Potter book, but if all her novels are this gripping, I sure will want more.
January 1, 2026
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Firstly, I’m not American, so I lived through 9/11 in a completely different way, but I’ve never felt closer nor more engaged. This novel gave me an understanding I would never have had otherwise and for that I can only once again heap praises on Rita Potter.
You are the most incredible storyteller and this novel now heads the list of my all-time favourites… an impressive placing considering the tens of thousands of books I’ve read during the course of my 60+ years.
Thank-you for another deserving ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ experience!
Firstly, I’m not American, so I lived through 9/11 in a completely different way, but I’ve never felt closer nor more engaged. This novel gave me an understanding I would never have had otherwise and for that I can only once again heap praises on Rita Potter.
You are the most incredible storyteller and this novel now heads the list of my all-time favourites… an impressive placing considering the tens of thousands of books I’ve read during the course of my 60+ years.
Thank-you for another deserving ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ experience!
January 21, 2026
4.5 stars. As someone born after the events of 9/11, this book really put into perspective how impactful it was for families all across America. Going through the before, during, and after of the events of 9/11 made me feel even more deeply for those who experienced it firsthand. Bravo author, for your exceptional capture in both the emotions of those who there (in either building or outside) and the actual event! Oh and this is the best book I’ve ever read that managed perfectly depict survivor’s guilt and provide tons of imagery in the process!
July 30, 2025
Intense and heart warming
This book deserves all the accolades it is sure to receive. The author obviously had to do a great deal of research of which she is an expert. Reading the trauma of the characters as they descend down the towers was so intense I could smell the jet fuel and the sweat. Potter’s plot of getting her characters up a tree and down again was stretched to the limit with this work, but as true to any romance there is a happy ever after.
This book deserves all the accolades it is sure to receive. The author obviously had to do a great deal of research of which she is an expert. Reading the trauma of the characters as they descend down the towers was so intense I could smell the jet fuel and the sweat. Potter’s plot of getting her characters up a tree and down again was stretched to the limit with this work, but as true to any romance there is a happy ever after.
May 15, 2025
When a new book by Rita Potter comes out, I read it. This one is great again. Although 9/11 is not so close to me personally (I'm not from the US), the more general themes: How do we behave in exceptional situations? How can we help and accept help? What is important to us? How do we recognize that? are wrapped up in a touching story. And the writing is excellent (as always).
July 11, 2025
emotional
Wow. This book is a must read.
Hearing the stories from within the towers. So emotional.
No they didn’t have a choice in what happened but they are all still heroes.
It’s amazing how only a disaster can bring total strangers together. It’s sad really.
I loved all the characters and their found family.
Another amazing book by Rita.
Wow. This book is a must read.
Hearing the stories from within the towers. So emotional.
No they didn’t have a choice in what happened but they are all still heroes.
It’s amazing how only a disaster can bring total strangers together. It’s sad really.
I loved all the characters and their found family.
Another amazing book by Rita.
August 5, 2025
My gosh, this book was an emotional roller coaster the entire way.
I could see bits of where this was going from early on but there were still surprises along the way.
And through it all, Amelia was a saint.
Rita Potter wrote us a very HEA story but in that story, Amelia is who made everything work out in the end.
I recommend this book!
I could see bits of where this was going from early on but there were still surprises along the way.
And through it all, Amelia was a saint.
Rita Potter wrote us a very HEA story but in that story, Amelia is who made everything work out in the end.
I recommend this book!
December 24, 2025
Read this!
This is so worth your time. Not gonna lie, some parts are tough. I remember that day, and relived it as I read each chapter. I had to take breaks. It was so real to me. I cared about everyone. I am going to tell my fellow readers to read it. I want to talk about this one.
This is so worth your time. Not gonna lie, some parts are tough. I remember that day, and relived it as I read each chapter. I had to take breaks. It was so real to me. I cared about everyone. I am going to tell my fellow readers to read it. I want to talk about this one.
January 4, 2026
Good book.
What I like is that it reflected the characters thoughts and feelings about what happened on Sept. 11th.
I will always remember that day, it was a sad day, so many lives lost.
What I like is that it reflected the characters thoughts and feelings about what happened on Sept. 11th.
I will always remember that day, it was a sad day, so many lives lost.
August 19, 2025
A very emotional, well written romance and how the impact of 9/11 affected the women’s lives and those around them.
March 10, 2026
I truly love all of her characters no matter which book I’m reading. Love the variation in plots in all her books too.
December 29, 2025
Wow…what a well written book of such a traumatic event. Kudos to you for writing a tale with such a hard subject matter. Throughout the book I wondered how likely experiences actually occurred to people such as those depicted. I contemplated whether certain parts were taken from real life experiences but it really didn’t matter whether they were or not. No doubt every single person was affected in some way.
The far reaching consequences of September 11 were obviously huge and to have different perspectives from characters in the book was enlightening. As a Kiwi / Australian living on the other side of the world we still felt the pain of the events and aftermath and couldn’t imagine the impact. I visited Ground Zero this year for the first time and couldn’t stop the tears from falling for the tragic losses. My heart goes out to anyone affected. Thank you for writing such a strong narrative Rita.
The far reaching consequences of September 11 were obviously huge and to have different perspectives from characters in the book was enlightening. As a Kiwi / Australian living on the other side of the world we still felt the pain of the events and aftermath and couldn’t imagine the impact. I visited Ground Zero this year for the first time and couldn’t stop the tears from falling for the tragic losses. My heart goes out to anyone affected. Thank you for writing such a strong narrative Rita.
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