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Chasing Someday
Three women. One secret.
Megan doesn’t want to be bitter. But it’s hard not to be when her star teenage piano student accidentally gets pregnant. Megan’s done everything right—married the man she loves and read the parenting books. Yet after six years of insanity-inducing hormone drugs and desperate prayers, all she has to show for her efforts are enough negative pregnancy tests to fill a bassinet.
Christina has been off birth control for more than a year—she just hasn’t told her husband. Now infertility threatens to rip their already strained marriage apart. He’s uncertain about fatherhood, but Christina will do anything to be a mother.
Kyra, the poverty-stricken mother of a precocious three-year-old, is shocked to struggle with secondary infertility. A baby is priceless, but try telling that to those demanding payment for the chance at motherhood.
When a school book drive brings the three women together, their uncomfortable secrets soon come to light. Can they overcome their heartache together, or will they allow their struggles to tear them apart?
Explore this emotionally charged tale of friendship and hope today!
Enjoy the completion of Sienna's story in the stand-alone companion novel, Tomorrow's Lullaby, available now!
Megan doesn’t want to be bitter. But it’s hard not to be when her star teenage piano student accidentally gets pregnant. Megan’s done everything right—married the man she loves and read the parenting books. Yet after six years of insanity-inducing hormone drugs and desperate prayers, all she has to show for her efforts are enough negative pregnancy tests to fill a bassinet.
Christina has been off birth control for more than a year—she just hasn’t told her husband. Now infertility threatens to rip their already strained marriage apart. He’s uncertain about fatherhood, but Christina will do anything to be a mother.
Kyra, the poverty-stricken mother of a precocious three-year-old, is shocked to struggle with secondary infertility. A baby is priceless, but try telling that to those demanding payment for the chance at motherhood.
When a school book drive brings the three women together, their uncomfortable secrets soon come to light. Can they overcome their heartache together, or will they allow their struggles to tear them apart?
Explore this emotionally charged tale of friendship and hope today!
Enjoy the completion of Sienna's story in the stand-alone companion novel, Tomorrow's Lullaby, available now!
320 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 6, 2017
About the author
Lindzee Armstrong
95 books608 followersLINDZEE ARMSTRONG is the USA Today bestselling author of more than twenty-five heartfelt romances. A RONE Award winner and two-time Whitney Award finalist, she writes stories filled with complex relationships, emotional depth, and playful humor. Fueled by Diet Dr. Pepper and fictional angst, she can win any Gilmore Girls trivia contest yet rarely remembers what she ate for breakfast. Lindzee believes every relationship has a story worth telling—and she's determined to write them all.
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November 1, 2017
I'm about a week late writing this review. I finished the book and then was unable to sit and write my thoughts about it. But I have been thinking nonstop about this book ever since finishing it. I was definitely a little bit (maybe a lot) of a mess when I finished. Yeah, just a little bit of crying may have ensued.
What a fantastic story and the emotions and thoughts and feelings of the characters are so real! The author used her own experiences and feelings to write about these characters and what they experienced. I think knowing that as well as knowing that so many women experience what the three main characters of this story experience made it a more heart touching story than if it had been something completely made up.
I have a sister who suffered from PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and was unable to get pregnant with her oldest for a while. Then many complications throughout that pregnancy and a miracle baby that was born at 28 weeks gestation (normally should be about 40 weeks). The miracle baby survived and is grown up now but it was a very trying several months waiting and praying that all would be well and that my sister would be able to take her baby home from the hospital. Many other complications and she was unable to get pregnant again until 8 years later. Another miracle baby was born. When I first married my husband, we didn't know that I had PCOS. I got pregnant easily with our first and discovered after her birth about the PCOS. Knowing what my sister and many other women have gone through with that particular syndrome, we automatically assumed that having more children would be the same for us. Imagine to our surprise when I was suddenly pregnant again expecting baby #2. I have not had the struggle to conceive as we first imagined but the fear of the possibility was a struggle and emotionally hard. I have been blessed with having children but have seen the struggles of those who have not.
My mom worked in Labor and Delivery for many, many years and helped many babies been born and saw many babies not survive until birth or after birth, or she saw many young teenage mothers having babies and placing a baby for adoption. Those days she would come home from work absolutely emotionally drained we knew that she had been with a mother(family) who was grieving. She couldn't tell us any details but occasionally she would say that she sat with a family as they held their sweet baby who had died as they said goodbye and grieved.
It is never an easy things to deal with. The struggle to get pregnant, to not be able to get pregnant, to place a baby for adoption, to loose a baby before they've even breathed, or breathed for a short amount of time. To all those out there who have experienced this, first hand or through family, I wish I could give you a hug and lend you strength for those days that life seems like its too much, for those moments of wanting a little life to join your family. I hope that peace can come.
A dear friend and I were expecting babies at the same time. We lived in different locations but communicated frequently. At the end of her pregnancy she was put on bedrest and medication to stop labor until she reached 36 weeks. We talked two days before she was to go off the medication. The hope and excitement of this sweet baby girl finally being able to be born. The next morning her sweet little one died in the womb. The pain and sorrow that I felt at that time resurfaced while I was listening to this book and it just hit me again. Especially at the end. My friend and I talked and cried together many times over the phone. The guilt that I still had my sweet little one healthy and alive and she didn't was so hard. I know there are many more out there with experiences similar to mine or more personal than mine. I don't know why one woman can easily have babies and another cannot. But I do know that we can all be more loving and understanding and helpful to those around us. We don't know what we all are going through, we don't know what a person feels every minute. But we can be compassionate and give love and friendship to help.
This was such a beautiful story. I loved how the author addressed so many different emotions and aspects of fertility. Very, very well done! I know my review was more just me talking and rambling about my thoughts and experiences but that's truly what this book is about. Three women, their emotions, their love, their struggles, their heartaches. It's real, it's raw and beautiful. I can't say enough about how much I loved it. I can't say read it because it may not be something that every person can read right now in their life and that's ok. I will say though that if anyone is truly looking to understand a friend who is experiencing infertility then this would be a great book for perspective.
Content: Clean. Talk about infertility, ovulation cycle, couples sexual activity for conceiving (not graphic, done very tastefully). Definitely one I would recommend for adults to read before recommending for older YA. Although I did listen while my children were around. They loved it, they cried along with me and felt the emotions and sorrow for these women.
I received an audiobook from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
What a fantastic story and the emotions and thoughts and feelings of the characters are so real! The author used her own experiences and feelings to write about these characters and what they experienced. I think knowing that as well as knowing that so many women experience what the three main characters of this story experience made it a more heart touching story than if it had been something completely made up.
I have a sister who suffered from PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and was unable to get pregnant with her oldest for a while. Then many complications throughout that pregnancy and a miracle baby that was born at 28 weeks gestation (normally should be about 40 weeks). The miracle baby survived and is grown up now but it was a very trying several months waiting and praying that all would be well and that my sister would be able to take her baby home from the hospital. Many other complications and she was unable to get pregnant again until 8 years later. Another miracle baby was born. When I first married my husband, we didn't know that I had PCOS. I got pregnant easily with our first and discovered after her birth about the PCOS. Knowing what my sister and many other women have gone through with that particular syndrome, we automatically assumed that having more children would be the same for us. Imagine to our surprise when I was suddenly pregnant again expecting baby #2. I have not had the struggle to conceive as we first imagined but the fear of the possibility was a struggle and emotionally hard. I have been blessed with having children but have seen the struggles of those who have not.
My mom worked in Labor and Delivery for many, many years and helped many babies been born and saw many babies not survive until birth or after birth, or she saw many young teenage mothers having babies and placing a baby for adoption. Those days she would come home from work absolutely emotionally drained we knew that she had been with a mother(family) who was grieving. She couldn't tell us any details but occasionally she would say that she sat with a family as they held their sweet baby who had died as they said goodbye and grieved.
It is never an easy things to deal with. The struggle to get pregnant, to not be able to get pregnant, to place a baby for adoption, to loose a baby before they've even breathed, or breathed for a short amount of time. To all those out there who have experienced this, first hand or through family, I wish I could give you a hug and lend you strength for those days that life seems like its too much, for those moments of wanting a little life to join your family. I hope that peace can come.
A dear friend and I were expecting babies at the same time. We lived in different locations but communicated frequently. At the end of her pregnancy she was put on bedrest and medication to stop labor until she reached 36 weeks. We talked two days before she was to go off the medication. The hope and excitement of this sweet baby girl finally being able to be born. The next morning her sweet little one died in the womb. The pain and sorrow that I felt at that time resurfaced while I was listening to this book and it just hit me again. Especially at the end. My friend and I talked and cried together many times over the phone. The guilt that I still had my sweet little one healthy and alive and she didn't was so hard. I know there are many more out there with experiences similar to mine or more personal than mine. I don't know why one woman can easily have babies and another cannot. But I do know that we can all be more loving and understanding and helpful to those around us. We don't know what we all are going through, we don't know what a person feels every minute. But we can be compassionate and give love and friendship to help.
This was such a beautiful story. I loved how the author addressed so many different emotions and aspects of fertility. Very, very well done! I know my review was more just me talking and rambling about my thoughts and experiences but that's truly what this book is about. Three women, their emotions, their love, their struggles, their heartaches. It's real, it's raw and beautiful. I can't say enough about how much I loved it. I can't say read it because it may not be something that every person can read right now in their life and that's ok. I will say though that if anyone is truly looking to understand a friend who is experiencing infertility then this would be a great book for perspective.
Content: Clean. Talk about infertility, ovulation cycle, couples sexual activity for conceiving (not graphic, done very tastefully). Definitely one I would recommend for adults to read before recommending for older YA. Although I did listen while my children were around. They loved it, they cried along with me and felt the emotions and sorrow for these women.
I received an audiobook from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
November 2, 2017
This book has three couples facing infertility issues, but each has a different diagnoses for their infertility and their own way of dealing with it. The women meet through a school book drive, become friends, and support each other through raging hormones from IVF, fear, loss, anger, and happiness.
First is Megan (and Trent) who've been married for 6 years. Megan has PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and is very open about their infertility. At the beginning of the book they're in the middle of a break from treatments. Megan teaches piano in their home and as if dealing with infertility treatments isn't enough, they've recently moved to a new town, and then Megan's teenage piano pupil, who's trying to get into Julliard, gets pregnant. How can she not feel bitter about the irony?
Christina (and Garrison) have been married about 5 years. Christina teaches school and Harrison is an attorney at his father's law firm. She's been off birth control over a year and wants to find out why she's not pregnant, but her husband thinks they've only been trying for only 9 months. She thinks she may have an undiagnosed issue and wants to find out, but Garrison isn't ready to be a father which puts more of a strain on their marriage. The pressure Garrison's mother regularly puts on them to provide her with grandchildren isn't helping the situation either.
Kyra (and David) have an adorable 3 year old daughter, but haven't been able to get pregnant again--unexplained secondary infertility is the official diagnosis. They really want more children but money's already super tight and they wonder how much they can spend on procedures trying to have a sibling for Sophie. Unlike Megan and Trent, Kyra and David don't want anyone to know about their infertility issue.
Lindzee Armstrong does a great job explaining all the procedures the characters go through in their attempts to become pregnant. She had me feeling as if I was right there with these women, like a friend going through their trials with them. I was happy when they had successes, sad when the procedures failed, and angry and horrified at Garrison's mother for her insensitivity and hurtful comments. I understood why Kyra and David were kind of secretive about their infertility problem, but understood Megan's viewpoint of sharing and supporting one another. I couldn't imagine going through something so heartbreaking without friends that truly understood where I was coming from. I loved that the 3 stories had different endings except I don't like cliffhangers; I REALLY want to know what happens with Christina and Garrison's efforts to have children. The other storyline in the book--Megan's piano student who decides to give her baby up for adoption also brings on a lot of emotions and is very realistically portrayed.
I loved this book. I was given a free review audiobook at my request but all thoughts and opinions about it are my own.
First is Megan (and Trent) who've been married for 6 years. Megan has PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and is very open about their infertility. At the beginning of the book they're in the middle of a break from treatments. Megan teaches piano in their home and as if dealing with infertility treatments isn't enough, they've recently moved to a new town, and then Megan's teenage piano pupil, who's trying to get into Julliard, gets pregnant. How can she not feel bitter about the irony?
Christina (and Garrison) have been married about 5 years. Christina teaches school and Harrison is an attorney at his father's law firm. She's been off birth control over a year and wants to find out why she's not pregnant, but her husband thinks they've only been trying for only 9 months. She thinks she may have an undiagnosed issue and wants to find out, but Garrison isn't ready to be a father which puts more of a strain on their marriage. The pressure Garrison's mother regularly puts on them to provide her with grandchildren isn't helping the situation either.
Kyra (and David) have an adorable 3 year old daughter, but haven't been able to get pregnant again--unexplained secondary infertility is the official diagnosis. They really want more children but money's already super tight and they wonder how much they can spend on procedures trying to have a sibling for Sophie. Unlike Megan and Trent, Kyra and David don't want anyone to know about their infertility issue.
Lindzee Armstrong does a great job explaining all the procedures the characters go through in their attempts to become pregnant. She had me feeling as if I was right there with these women, like a friend going through their trials with them. I was happy when they had successes, sad when the procedures failed, and angry and horrified at Garrison's mother for her insensitivity and hurtful comments. I understood why Kyra and David were kind of secretive about their infertility problem, but understood Megan's viewpoint of sharing and supporting one another. I couldn't imagine going through something so heartbreaking without friends that truly understood where I was coming from. I loved that the 3 stories had different endings except I don't like cliffhangers; I REALLY want to know what happens with Christina and Garrison's efforts to have children. The other storyline in the book--Megan's piano student who decides to give her baby up for adoption also brings on a lot of emotions and is very realistically portrayed.
I loved this book. I was given a free review audiobook at my request but all thoughts and opinions about it are my own.
October 19, 2017
Chasing Someday
: Lindzee Armstrong
The story of three women facing infertility issues. I found myself in tears, holding my breath, and jumping for joy with these characters. As someone who was told at age 22 that I would never have a baby, this hit close to home. God had other plans for us as he had plans for these families, even if they were not what was expected or hoped for. I'm hoping there will be a sequel to see what happens in the future.
The narration was well done. The characters were well portrayed. Tiffany Williams brought emotion and life to this book.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
: Lindzee Armstrong
The story of three women facing infertility issues. I found myself in tears, holding my breath, and jumping for joy with these characters. As someone who was told at age 22 that I would never have a baby, this hit close to home. God had other plans for us as he had plans for these families, even if they were not what was expected or hoped for. I'm hoping there will be a sequel to see what happens in the future.
The narration was well done. The characters were well portrayed. Tiffany Williams brought emotion and life to this book.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
October 2, 2017
I read this book way back early June. I thought I posted a review already. Yes, I am buried deep in unwritten reviews. I thought I have gotten it under control but something came up that I had to spend more energy and time on. Don't worry, reading books and posting reviews is already a permanent activity in my life. I will never give it up. This is the only thing that is keeping me sane enough in this chaotic and absolutely crazy world.
This is a story of married women who are having a hard time getting pregnant again or unable to conceive at all. Three women--Megan, Christina and Kyra. These three met in a school book drive and found that they have something more in common. These three will help each other get through the biggest problem in their lives so far.
The story is very realistic. It perfectly mirrors the emotional and psychological strains a woman goes through when she finds out that she her womb can't carry or grow a baby. It depicts the toll that is weighing on the persons involved, the marriage and the people closest to those persons. It creates a ripple effect of worry, concern and emotional drain on everyone involved, especially the main woman concerned and her husband. Infertility kind of brands or marks a woman for life of being unable to perform her duties as a wife and mother or has failed in being just a woman.
Chasing Someday is a very fitting title to this book. It explains the whole story in these two words. The three main characters were indeed chasing someday. The what could have been, what might have been and what will be if they were able to fulfill their greatest desire--to be a mother. These three women found strength in each other in their shared struggle to be the wife and mother that they wanted to be. To have that complete family they have been dreaming for.
This is a very hopeful story yet you have to go through a very emotional state first before getting to the most amazing part. Just like the saying, it gets worst before it gets better. These three women went through the worst before they saw the silver lining in all the emotional turmoil and grief they have to go through. The waiting itself was almost killing them but like always, it's always worth the wait. Things seemed to have worked out for each of them with each other's help. Never giving up even when the odds were all against them.
Aside from the three women in the story, there is another one mentioned here. She is Megan's piano student who got pregnant in her teens and the boyfriend did not want her to keep the baby. Her story posed a great contradiction to the three women's problems because here she is, in her youth and prime, with endless possibilities ahead of her. Yet, all her dreams and hopes seemed to have vanished because of a baby, while the three woman had been wanting and dreaming of one. This is kind of one of life's jokes, right? But no one's laughing.
I give this book 4/5 negative pregnancy tests. This s a very emotional story that will wring your heart out. I am in my mid-thirties and single and I pray that I wouldn't have to go through what all of these three women have when the time for me to want a child/children of my own. I know of a friend who also had a hard time conceiving and she was so frustrated that she somehow want to also make everyone around her feel that. She was so full of negativity that I had to distance myself from her because I don't have enough strength to battle her negativity. I too was going through some problems of my own during that time. For those who are fortunate to not have to go these very trying experience, be the best mother you can be and love your kids with all you have because some do not the privilege to have that gift. And for the rest of us, these women like the three in the story need our empathy and understanding. I don't think it's their fault if there's something wrong with their uterus or any feminine parts. If they have any control over those, they would have done everything to make them work right and get that bouncing beautiful baby they have been praying and dying for.
I never realized how much I want children until I was told it might not be possible.
- Lindzee Armstrong, Chasing Someday -
Thank you again, Lindzee Armstrong for the copy.
This is a story of married women who are having a hard time getting pregnant again or unable to conceive at all. Three women--Megan, Christina and Kyra. These three met in a school book drive and found that they have something more in common. These three will help each other get through the biggest problem in their lives so far.
The story is very realistic. It perfectly mirrors the emotional and psychological strains a woman goes through when she finds out that she her womb can't carry or grow a baby. It depicts the toll that is weighing on the persons involved, the marriage and the people closest to those persons. It creates a ripple effect of worry, concern and emotional drain on everyone involved, especially the main woman concerned and her husband. Infertility kind of brands or marks a woman for life of being unable to perform her duties as a wife and mother or has failed in being just a woman.
Chasing Someday is a very fitting title to this book. It explains the whole story in these two words. The three main characters were indeed chasing someday. The what could have been, what might have been and what will be if they were able to fulfill their greatest desire--to be a mother. These three women found strength in each other in their shared struggle to be the wife and mother that they wanted to be. To have that complete family they have been dreaming for.
This is a very hopeful story yet you have to go through a very emotional state first before getting to the most amazing part. Just like the saying, it gets worst before it gets better. These three women went through the worst before they saw the silver lining in all the emotional turmoil and grief they have to go through. The waiting itself was almost killing them but like always, it's always worth the wait. Things seemed to have worked out for each of them with each other's help. Never giving up even when the odds were all against them.
Aside from the three women in the story, there is another one mentioned here. She is Megan's piano student who got pregnant in her teens and the boyfriend did not want her to keep the baby. Her story posed a great contradiction to the three women's problems because here she is, in her youth and prime, with endless possibilities ahead of her. Yet, all her dreams and hopes seemed to have vanished because of a baby, while the three woman had been wanting and dreaming of one. This is kind of one of life's jokes, right? But no one's laughing.
I give this book 4/5 negative pregnancy tests. This s a very emotional story that will wring your heart out. I am in my mid-thirties and single and I pray that I wouldn't have to go through what all of these three women have when the time for me to want a child/children of my own. I know of a friend who also had a hard time conceiving and she was so frustrated that she somehow want to also make everyone around her feel that. She was so full of negativity that I had to distance myself from her because I don't have enough strength to battle her negativity. I too was going through some problems of my own during that time. For those who are fortunate to not have to go these very trying experience, be the best mother you can be and love your kids with all you have because some do not the privilege to have that gift. And for the rest of us, these women like the three in the story need our empathy and understanding. I don't think it's their fault if there's something wrong with their uterus or any feminine parts. If they have any control over those, they would have done everything to make them work right and get that bouncing beautiful baby they have been praying and dying for.
I never realized how much I want children until I was told it might not be possible.
- Lindzee Armstrong, Chasing Someday -
Thank you again, Lindzee Armstrong for the copy.
April 6, 2024
Fantastic Book, Full of Emotion
This is a book of heartbreak, hope, more heartbreak, and beautiful moments. It’s not all happy endings and feels so extremely raw and real. I have gone through my own pregnancy losses and secondary infertility. Those emotions absolutely came up for me but even if you haven’t, you absolutely feel for these characters. This book is about three different couples (following the women) who all have their own “flavor” of infertility. All of them want to be mothers (one wants to be a mother again). I love how this brings them together as well as threatens to tear them apart. I love that they aren’t all happy couples, they have real life struggles besides the infertility because that sure does put a strain in marriage. Great book but more for adults than the YA reader, not because there’s anything inappropriate in here (there is mention of teen pregnancy that threads through but absolutely no sex scenes, crude language etc) but because a YA reader likely won’t appreciate this the way adult readers will.
This is a book of heartbreak, hope, more heartbreak, and beautiful moments. It’s not all happy endings and feels so extremely raw and real. I have gone through my own pregnancy losses and secondary infertility. Those emotions absolutely came up for me but even if you haven’t, you absolutely feel for these characters. This book is about three different couples (following the women) who all have their own “flavor” of infertility. All of them want to be mothers (one wants to be a mother again). I love how this brings them together as well as threatens to tear them apart. I love that they aren’t all happy couples, they have real life struggles besides the infertility because that sure does put a strain in marriage. Great book but more for adults than the YA reader, not because there’s anything inappropriate in here (there is mention of teen pregnancy that threads through but absolutely no sex scenes, crude language etc) but because a YA reader likely won’t appreciate this the way adult readers will.
March 20, 2020
Wow. This book is emotionally powerful. I thought it was a fantastic read even though it’s laden with heartache and real life fertility problems. I thought it was presented in such a great way and it stayed on my mind for a long time. Shout out to those men who I grew to really love in this book. Swoony. Every one of them.
January 27, 2017
It's always fun for me to get to re-read books that I enjoyed the first time. This one was published a few years ago, under a different title, I do have to say that I really LOVE the new cover! There were some little changes in this version, but the same basic story that I loved the first time is still there.
I loved the three women, there's Megan, Christina and Kyra. These three women all have challenges but one that sets the three apart is the challenge of infertility. I liked the way that Megan faced her challenges. Head on for the most part, and she was a little confused by any who didn't face their challenges the same way.
Christina isn't quite sure what's up with her, but she is concerned about a few of her symptoms and she's sure she should have been pregnant by now, but her husband really wants nothing to do with going to a doctor to see what's wrong and he's just revealed to her that he really doesn't want to be a father.
Then there's Kyra, she has a beautiful daughter, but her body doesn't seem to want to have more kids. She really doesn't want anyone at all to know that she's seeing an infertility doctor, it's kind of embarrassing.
I loved that we see this story through the eyes of all 3 of these courageous women. I really loved each of them. And I loved the way that they tried their hardest to help each other through their trials, even if they didn't know exactly what those trials were.
I loved the plot of this one, I found myself bawling near the end of the book for the pain and heartache of one of the three women. But the whole book has such a great message about watching out for those around us, and being really careful what you say and think about others, you never know just what they've been going through.
I loved this book! Go read it!
I loved the three women, there's Megan, Christina and Kyra. These three women all have challenges but one that sets the three apart is the challenge of infertility. I liked the way that Megan faced her challenges. Head on for the most part, and she was a little confused by any who didn't face their challenges the same way.
Christina isn't quite sure what's up with her, but she is concerned about a few of her symptoms and she's sure she should have been pregnant by now, but her husband really wants nothing to do with going to a doctor to see what's wrong and he's just revealed to her that he really doesn't want to be a father.
Then there's Kyra, she has a beautiful daughter, but her body doesn't seem to want to have more kids. She really doesn't want anyone at all to know that she's seeing an infertility doctor, it's kind of embarrassing.
I loved that we see this story through the eyes of all 3 of these courageous women. I really loved each of them. And I loved the way that they tried their hardest to help each other through their trials, even if they didn't know exactly what those trials were.
I loved the plot of this one, I found myself bawling near the end of the book for the pain and heartache of one of the three women. But the whole book has such a great message about watching out for those around us, and being really careful what you say and think about others, you never know just what they've been going through.
I loved this book! Go read it!
July 30, 2017
Three women from a different social background with one thing in common, infertility. This book got me so involved emotionally, that I read it all in one breath. Infertility is indeed one of the most recent issues that is spreading among couples. The author skillfully writes about three women that deal with this issue in a very different way. Megan who has been struggling with her husband for 5 years to remain pregnant but the results are unsuccessful. Although being profoundly hurt from the lack of motherhood she accepts with resignation, her physical condition. Kyra, instead, who has already been blessed with a child but seems to have trouble remaining pregnant for the second time and lastly Christina too absorbed with her career and her professional fulfillment, who later finds out that she has a serious form of endometriosis that with difficulty will give her the chance to become a mother. Three beautiful stories that will make the reader cry, sob and smile, a book that will make all women realize how strenuous it really is to be a “WOMAN” .
August 25, 2017
Emotional
This book is about three women. Struggling with infertility. The things women have to go through… at least the ones who aren’t as lucky as some…
It’s a very serious topic. I am glad Mrs. Armstrong decided to write about this, because it’s still a bit of a taboo. I don’t think motherhood is an appropriate indicator of self-worth AT ALL. Me and my husband have sadly never been blessed with children, but I feel 100% worthy and 100% woman!
I think everyone who’s dealing with this should do so in their own way. There isn’t a right or wrong way. The advantage of being open to other people is that you get more understanding. But you also get unwanted advice and questions and people meddling; well-meant but not always welcome!
So, all in all, very impressive but a little too close to home for me. A bit too raw still. A well-written book, but I guess I do prefer the more lighthearted books by this author.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and voluntarily posted an honest review.
This book is about three women. Struggling with infertility. The things women have to go through… at least the ones who aren’t as lucky as some…
It’s a very serious topic. I am glad Mrs. Armstrong decided to write about this, because it’s still a bit of a taboo. I don’t think motherhood is an appropriate indicator of self-worth AT ALL. Me and my husband have sadly never been blessed with children, but I feel 100% worthy and 100% woman!
I think everyone who’s dealing with this should do so in their own way. There isn’t a right or wrong way. The advantage of being open to other people is that you get more understanding. But you also get unwanted advice and questions and people meddling; well-meant but not always welcome!
So, all in all, very impressive but a little too close to home for me. A bit too raw still. A well-written book, but I guess I do prefer the more lighthearted books by this author.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and voluntarily posted an honest review.
July 13, 2017
Lindzee Armstrong you made me cry! But, I am not complaining. Each book I of yours that I read is better, but not always for the same reason. The story of three couples struggling with infertility and how they handled their struggles and the families they made was very realistic and, at times, heartbreaking. There was good detail in the medical situations without it being overdone and it was not repeated unnecessarily. Most people do not realize that just because you get pregnant that everything will end well or as planned. This will be a book that I will recommend to many people, but everyone should be aware that everything is not always a happily ever after. At least not the one we plan for. I know, I have lived it and this book details it well.
August 18, 2017
This novel was such a change of pace for me to read, but such an awesome read. I realize it's only a book, but after having friends struggle with infertility and miscarriages, I wish I had read this sooner. It gives me information and perspectives that I never considered or knew about, albeit being a novel.
It was really great getting to hear Kyra and David's story after reading Sienna's story in the companion novel by Ms. Armstrong.
I was absolutely moved, crushed and crying for several parts of Christina and Megan's stories, but simultaneously overcome with joy for them at others. What a range of emotions for this book! Great read.
Romance: clean
Language: clean
It was really great getting to hear Kyra and David's story after reading Sienna's story in the companion novel by Ms. Armstrong.
I was absolutely moved, crushed and crying for several parts of Christina and Megan's stories, but simultaneously overcome with joy for them at others. What a range of emotions for this book! Great read.
Romance: clean
Language: clean
August 14, 2017
This was a different kind of book from Lindzee Armstrong's typical love stories. This story followed three women and their journeys to find their happily ever after despite having infertility.
I was so inspired by this story and really felt for the 3 women and have come away with a whole new understanding of what couples struggling with infertility go through.
I had a hard time putting this book down and read it in 2 days! You'll cry happy and sad tears, but it's great. Read it. ;)
I was so inspired by this story and really felt for the 3 women and have come away with a whole new understanding of what couples struggling with infertility go through.
I had a hard time putting this book down and read it in 2 days! You'll cry happy and sad tears, but it's great. Read it. ;)
June 4, 2019
This is the first book I've read/listened to by this author. It was a great one to start with, and I'll definitely be looking for more from her. The stories of Megan, Christina, Kyra, and their husbands were emotional, heartbreaking, and uplifting all at the same time. I found myself crying within the first half hour. No matter the reason for not being able to have a child, if you are a sister in "the land of if" you will find the three women's stories and emotions very relatable.
The overall story covered many facets of the world of infertility - secrecy, feelings of shame and blame, the "when are you going to have kids" questions, relationship tension, snobbery, etc. It was all covered in a brutally honest, but compassionate manner. There was an underlying religious tone to the story as well. As someone who is not religious stories that are heavy on religion can turn me off an otherwise good storyline. Personally, I thought this one had the perfect amount that both the religious and non-religious can find themselves and find comfort in Megan, Christina, and Kyra's stories.
As for the narration, this is the first book I've listened to that has been narrated by Ms. Williams. For the amount of characters she had to voice I thought she did a good job. There was emotion in her narration that was easily felt throughout the entire story. The only thing I wish would have been a little better was her narration of the male voices. Overall, I would recommend listening to more narrations by her.
*I was provided a copy of this audiobook and voluntarily chose to leave a review. This is my honest review.*
The overall story covered many facets of the world of infertility - secrecy, feelings of shame and blame, the "when are you going to have kids" questions, relationship tension, snobbery, etc. It was all covered in a brutally honest, but compassionate manner. There was an underlying religious tone to the story as well. As someone who is not religious stories that are heavy on religion can turn me off an otherwise good storyline. Personally, I thought this one had the perfect amount that both the religious and non-religious can find themselves and find comfort in Megan, Christina, and Kyra's stories.
As for the narration, this is the first book I've listened to that has been narrated by Ms. Williams. For the amount of characters she had to voice I thought she did a good job. There was emotion in her narration that was easily felt throughout the entire story. The only thing I wish would have been a little better was her narration of the male voices. Overall, I would recommend listening to more narrations by her.
*I was provided a copy of this audiobook and voluntarily chose to leave a review. This is my honest review.*
November 2, 2017
A book hasn't made me this emotional for a very long time. Pulling from her own experiences, Ms. Armstrong portrays three couples dealing with infertility in different stages and in different ways. The character development is so good that you can't help but feel the pain and insecurities that each couple goes through. The story line isn't all gloom and doom, but neither is there an unrealistic HEA for all three couples. I loved that Ms. Armstrong brought the three women who were virtually strangers together to form their own infertility support group of sorts, so that they banded together to encourage, celebrate and grieve together.
I had hoped for more depth in Ms. Armstrong's writing than what I had previously read in her work before. Boy, did I ever get it! I think this book would be a good read for everyone, whether or not you have ever suffered from infertility or suffered a miscarriage or stillbirth. It leaves an understanding with the reader...an empathy for those suffering and possibly a bridge to communication with those suffering. My sympathy to all those who have suffered the agonies of infertility and to those of us who have lost little ones to whom we had already attached such hopes and dreams. I get by thinking of my lost little ones up in heaven with their grandpas, just waiting for me to come hold them.
Amazing job, Ms. Armstrong! The narration of the audio book by Tiffany Williams was exceptional.The tone was just right for such a sensitive matter.
I was given this book by the author. The opinions are my own.
I had hoped for more depth in Ms. Armstrong's writing than what I had previously read in her work before. Boy, did I ever get it! I think this book would be a good read for everyone, whether or not you have ever suffered from infertility or suffered a miscarriage or stillbirth. It leaves an understanding with the reader...an empathy for those suffering and possibly a bridge to communication with those suffering. My sympathy to all those who have suffered the agonies of infertility and to those of us who have lost little ones to whom we had already attached such hopes and dreams. I get by thinking of my lost little ones up in heaven with their grandpas, just waiting for me to come hold them.
Amazing job, Ms. Armstrong! The narration of the audio book by Tiffany Williams was exceptional.The tone was just right for such a sensitive matter.
I was given this book by the author. The opinions are my own.
October 30, 2017
Chasing Someday is a book that will definitely take you on an emotional roller coaster as three couples face infertility issues. I challenge anyone to listen to this story and not shed a few tears or crack a few smiles! As someone who put off getting married and almost lost my opportunity to have children, as well as helping my sister when she became pregnant as a college freshman, I could definitely relate to at least two of the couples.
I applaud Lindzee Armstrong for writing this book and tackling a subject that is very hard to discuss out in the open with others; and making it a fictional story doesn't distract from the realities associated with these issues. The whole point of the story, I think, it to demonstrate how infertility and high-risk pregnancies affect many more people than one would expect (about 1/3 of all pregnancies end in miscarriage), especially in light of the glamorization of unwed pregnancy these days in the media. However, these difficulties are intimately personal and there are no right or wrong answers on how best to deal with them.
Tiffany Williams did an outstanding job narrating this audiobook providing differing voices for all of the female and male leads. Tiffany's style is very natural with smooth overtones and subtle character nuances. I was totally immersed when listening to her narration!
I applaud Lindzee Armstrong for writing this book and tackling a subject that is very hard to discuss out in the open with others; and making it a fictional story doesn't distract from the realities associated with these issues. The whole point of the story, I think, it to demonstrate how infertility and high-risk pregnancies affect many more people than one would expect (about 1/3 of all pregnancies end in miscarriage), especially in light of the glamorization of unwed pregnancy these days in the media. However, these difficulties are intimately personal and there are no right or wrong answers on how best to deal with them.
Tiffany Williams did an outstanding job narrating this audiobook providing differing voices for all of the female and male leads. Tiffany's style is very natural with smooth overtones and subtle character nuances. I was totally immersed when listening to her narration!
October 13, 2020
I was fortunate to receive a free Audible code from this author. Plus years ago I bought the hardcover of this book as I was very interested in the premise of this story: Three women and their husbands and how each one handled their infertility. I myself had been unable to get pregnant for the first few years of my marriage so I found these characters very relatable. Although fictional, any one of these characters could be your own friends or acquaintances, some you may know their of their plight but others you may not as in this story. Lindzee Armstrong handled this delicate subject extremely well including the teenager who got pregnant unexpectedly and decided to have her baby and adopt it out to a couple who would never be able to have their own child. This is a story you may find less frequently these days with the ease of abortion. As far as the narrator of this story goes, I believe Ms Tiffany Williams did very well. I’m sure it would have been very difficult to portray all the character’s voices and view points in this story but I had no problem listening to them. Kudos go out to her. I find no problem highly recommending this be it Audible book, ebook , hardcover or paperback to all.
June 11, 2020
Overall Rating: 5 stars
Story Rating: 5 stars
Narrator-Tiffany Williams: 5
My thoughts about this book:
• This was an amazing story about infertility told through the eyes of three women: Megan, Kyra, and Christina.
• This story deals with the heartbreak of infertility. The sadness, the expense, the stress on marriages, the overwhelming feeling of despair and the deep down hope. The quest to have a family takes over almost every minute of these women's lives.
• I thought the topic of infertility was expertly handled, so that the reader did not go away feeling overwhelmed and sad. But goes away feeling informed, satisfied, and with empathy for those trying to fulfill their dreams of having a family.
• The medical procedures were presented in such a way that I was able to clearly understand them.
• This is a must read for those who want to broaden their understanding on this subject matter. But more importantly, this is an excellent read.
• Tiffany Williams, the narrator, does a wonderful job of bringing this story to life.
At my request, I was given a complimentary copy of this audiobook by the author. I have voluntarily left my review and my opinions were my own.
Story Rating: 5 stars
Narrator-Tiffany Williams: 5
My thoughts about this book:
• This was an amazing story about infertility told through the eyes of three women: Megan, Kyra, and Christina.
• This story deals with the heartbreak of infertility. The sadness, the expense, the stress on marriages, the overwhelming feeling of despair and the deep down hope. The quest to have a family takes over almost every minute of these women's lives.
• I thought the topic of infertility was expertly handled, so that the reader did not go away feeling overwhelmed and sad. But goes away feeling informed, satisfied, and with empathy for those trying to fulfill their dreams of having a family.
• The medical procedures were presented in such a way that I was able to clearly understand them.
• This is a must read for those who want to broaden their understanding on this subject matter. But more importantly, this is an excellent read.
• Tiffany Williams, the narrator, does a wonderful job of bringing this story to life.
At my request, I was given a complimentary copy of this audiobook by the author. I have voluntarily left my review and my opinions were my own.
April 17, 2018
Chasing Someday - Excellent story! This is a different type of story from this author. This well written book runs the gamut on emotions and keeps the reader glued to the pages. I've never read a book by Ms. Armstrong that was disappointing. Although a different topic from her other books, this is an excellent read, just expect a few tears. I contacted the author to review her books, after reading some of her books.
Tomorrow's Lullaby - Heartwarming. Another great story. I read Chasing Someday before continuing with this book. Both of these stories aren't like the other books by this author. They're amazing! A well written book, again, filled with emotions of all types, that keep the reader glued to the pages. I enjoyed reading these two books, even though I'm not too crazy about the subject matter nowadays, but my interest never wavered while reading these two gems. You don't need to read Chasing Someday, but it's worth the time. I contacted the author to review her books, after reading some of her books.
Tomorrow's Lullaby - Heartwarming. Another great story. I read Chasing Someday before continuing with this book. Both of these stories aren't like the other books by this author. They're amazing! A well written book, again, filled with emotions of all types, that keep the reader glued to the pages. I enjoyed reading these two books, even though I'm not too crazy about the subject matter nowadays, but my interest never wavered while reading these two gems. You don't need to read Chasing Someday, but it's worth the time. I contacted the author to review her books, after reading some of her books.
November 30, 2017
I received this audiobook free for an honest review. I wasn't really sure what I was getting when I got this book. I didn't know I needed it until I began listening to it. I can relate to the women in this book. My first child came quickly and the second took 8 years to get here. I can relate to Kyra. This is a refreshing look at something many people take for granted. Very different from other Lindzee Armstrong's works of art. Tiffany Williams did an excellent job of portraying the characters that Lindzee developed. I can tell there is a lot of heart and soul in this story from both the author and narrator. I had a little trouble keeping the women separate, but by the end I understood each of their individual struggles. I will want to listen to this story again because it is three individual stories that I need to pay closer attention to. This book is a solid, quality read. I definitely enjoyed it.
December 7, 2017
Tiffany did such an amazing job narrating this story. This was so heartbreaking an all over a touching story. Following the struggle to have children with these 3 women was so beautifully written and there was such emotion in it. I loved getting to hear this story. I actually hurt with each woman as their story was told because they were living each woman's ultimate fears. I've never understood why people consider being infertile taboo. Yes, it is heartbreaking to find out about, but it doesn't mean there is anything more than medically wrong with a person. I really loved this story and can't wait to get started on book 2.
April 9, 2020
Chasing Someday by Lindzee Armstrong
Book 1 of Chasing Tomorrow series.
What a powerful story of 3 women’s battles with infertility. They have battled in secret, but their secrets are coming out as their friendships develop. I am looking forward to the remainder of the series.
Since I have battled this issue, and am childless, it has really resonated with me. The issues are covered well and with compassion. The book was very good and the narration was flawless.
I received this audiobook free with no requirement of review. I am reviewing this book of my own accord and am giving my honest opinion.
Book 1 of Chasing Tomorrow series.
What a powerful story of 3 women’s battles with infertility. They have battled in secret, but their secrets are coming out as their friendships develop. I am looking forward to the remainder of the series.
Since I have battled this issue, and am childless, it has really resonated with me. The issues are covered well and with compassion. The book was very good and the narration was flawless.
I received this audiobook free with no requirement of review. I am reviewing this book of my own accord and am giving my honest opinion.
January 30, 2018
Beautiful!
I almost didn't read this book because I thought it would be too hard to remember my own struggles. I am so glad I kept reading. This story so perfectly captures all the ups and downs and emotions of IF. The friendships created and the strength and love in the marriages is beautiful. Hope. Determination. Faith. Healing. There are so many wonderful messages I took from here. I will definitely be reading more in this series. Thank you, Ms. Armstrong for an incredible journey.
I almost didn't read this book because I thought it would be too hard to remember my own struggles. I am so glad I kept reading. This story so perfectly captures all the ups and downs and emotions of IF. The friendships created and the strength and love in the marriages is beautiful. Hope. Determination. Faith. Healing. There are so many wonderful messages I took from here. I will definitely be reading more in this series. Thank you, Ms. Armstrong for an incredible journey.
February 28, 2017
This is a great book. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, It is full of emotional highs and lows. The three women in this book are all struggling with infertility and all the emotions that go along with it. They are women of faith and that is what will be their strength. I could not put this book down. I was hoping and praying along with the characters. I highly recommend this book.
This book was given to me and I voluntarily reviewed it.
This book was given to me and I voluntarily reviewed it.
May 31, 2017
This Book Had Me From Page 1
This is a different kind of of read from Lindzee Armstrong from what I am used to. This is the stories of three couples all dealing with infertility and how it effects their lives and those around them. We also get to meet Sienna, a pregnant teenager who is taking music lessons from Megan, one of the couples in the book.
I could not put this book down. I started reading it and then had to read Tomorrow's Lullaby.
This is a different kind of of read from Lindzee Armstrong from what I am used to. This is the stories of three couples all dealing with infertility and how it effects their lives and those around them. We also get to meet Sienna, a pregnant teenager who is taking music lessons from Megan, one of the couples in the book.
I could not put this book down. I started reading it and then had to read Tomorrow's Lullaby.
May 31, 2017
This book takes place at a crucial time. Military personnel live a stressful life. What a great turn of events this book has. All through the book, you remember the events that took place in book 1. The heartache, the apprehension and decisions that need to be made are dealt with in a very believable way. This was a book that I had a difficult time putting down. I am so looking forward to reading the next in the series.
April 17, 2018
Emotional
Chasing Someday is one of the most powerful books I have every read. The author described the emotions and internal turmoil the female characters endured so well tears leaked from my eyes. I learned so much about infertility and how effects each person on a different level. This book is worth you spending your time while you are enjoying each page. Truly a literary piece of work.
Chasing Someday is one of the most powerful books I have every read. The author described the emotions and internal turmoil the female characters endured so well tears leaked from my eyes. I learned so much about infertility and how effects each person on a different level. This book is worth you spending your time while you are enjoying each page. Truly a literary piece of work.
September 17, 2019
I had a free Audio version of this book, but this is my voluntary and honest opinion. This book is about three women all dealing with infertility, and the ways they cope, how they feel about themselves and how they think other people see them. Lindzee captures their emotions and portrays them expertly. The book was easy to read and really made me think. I would highly recommend reading this book.
February 2, 2022
Wow! It started off a little slow and them keeping up with the characters was a bit challenging initially but once I got everyone sorted, what a story. I teared up so much. It is such a tender and touchy subject, infertility. Also, the book touches on how we define ourselves as women and the different ways to build families. I balled my eyes out at the end. It is definitely a story to be read and a conversation to be had.
September 7, 2025
This is a well-written story with lots of feeling. I learned a lot about the length and expense of treatments for those who can’t get pregnant on their own, as well as the toll the emotional aspects can take on a couple. I was really rooting for all three couples, as well as the teenager who got pregnant accidentally.
My main problem was because the situations of the three couples were often similar (of course), I sometimes had to doublecheck which couple I was reading about.
My main problem was because the situations of the three couples were often similar (of course), I sometimes had to doublecheck which couple I was reading about.
February 23, 2017
I love this book as all written by the author. The story is deep, full of life, intense and complex. The difficult and the problems will found a way to helps them find the strength and to live ever more intensely.
The story well written and will kept you entertainment until last pages.
I received an e-book from the author and this is my honest review.
The story well written and will kept you entertainment until last pages.
I received an e-book from the author and this is my honest review.
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