Finding Sarah Miller

by C.L. McGrath

This is an alternate cover edition for B01CROPY48

Finding Sarah Miller is a journey of self-discovery.
Given the opportunity to start all over again, Sarah sets off on a road trip across America alone. In search of meaning and purpose, she does her best to open herself up to new possibilities and relationships.
Finding Sarah Miller will take you on the journey with Sarah, as she grows in strength and courage, finding the love of her life, new friendships and devastating heartbreak.
With the shocking realization of how complicated life can get, Sarah finds solace in her new friendships, but is this really the right decision?
Sarah’s resolve will be tested, but will ultimately guide her to what she is looking for…herself.
Please note this book contains Adult themes and is not suitable for people under 18.

744 pages, ebook

First published March 9, 2016

About the author

I love to write. I love the feeling of writing a story that people can connect to. A story that will inspire people. Characters that are so real you will feel as though you know them, that they are your friends.

I have been writing my whole life, but only just started the journey of author over the past two years.

My genre is Romance with a bit of spice.

Reviews

[J.A. Kerr · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book opening caught my attention immediately...Sarah moves herself and her sons to a different country to make her ex-husband happy. Yip, I had to do a double-take. I was hooked from that point forward. From the easy to read first person narrative, to the excellent way McGrath built up Sarah's character, I felt I really knew her as she embarked on her road trip of discovery. Nothing about Sarah and her story is what I expected but it made it more interesting as a result. This book has all the elements I enjoy in a good story with plenty of plot twists and turns. The ending was just the way I like them...without giving anything away it made me feel happy. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future.

[Cloe Michaels Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

BOOK REVIEW: Finding Sarah Miller By C.L McGarth
I absolutely loved this book it had a bit of everything in it. Being a romance there was plenty of that, but also drama and suspense. I found this book easy to read and follow and wanting to read just a little bit more no matter how early in the morning it was until I finished.
The story started with divorcee Sarah Miller following her ex-husband and his new wife from Australia to America with her two teenage sons so that the family can still be together. Sarah decided that after being a wife and mother for 13 years that she needs to find herself and starts her year long trip across America on her own.
Sarah arrives in Vegas where she meets her soon to be best friends Mike and Catherine, going out on night she meets MMA world champion Marcus Anderson and their romance begins. Sarah for the first time in her life finds love in Marcus. A bond so strong that neither want to be apart but how will that make it work, Marcus lives in New Mexico and Sarah is travelling the country and needs to return home to her children on a regular basis but they don’t want to be apart.
Without giving too much away they break up because Marcus is not thinking when loses a fight and blames Sarah very publicly for his failure, you just want to punch and beat the shit out of Marcus for this. Heart broken and with a new job and as a MMA photographer Sarah returns home and starts to rebuild her life without her love.
Due to Sarah’s new position she must travel a lot and returns to Vegas where she meets TJ who she quickly becomes friends with but he has other plans of a more sinister nature.
Sarah is asked to photograph Marcus for an up in coming fight and while talking he quickly wins his place back in her heart and life. TJ decides to make his move to trap Sarah and it is Marcus that saves her life.
Marcus in a very public way asks Sarah to marry him and whisks her off to a romantic holiday after his last fight and has planned the most romantic wedding I have every read.
Again, I just loved this book and was pleased to find there was another to continue their love story. There was just enough of everything in it. At times, you just want to cry as you feel Sarah’s pain of losing Marcus or when TJ attacks Sarah and almost kills her you are sitting on the edge of your seat hoping Marcus gets to her in time before its too late. I strongly recommend this story and this series

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[Melinda Butler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finding Sarah Miller is a wonderful tale about love, loss, and finding oneself in the process. I love the way that characters weren't always in love and how it showed more of a real relationship. This is an amazing journey I can imagine all of us would want to go on. Finding love like Sarah did is a dream most of us only fantasize about, but some are lucky enough to get. So, thank you for taking us on this journey and giving us hope of the men that could be out there. I give this story a 5 out of 5 stars because from the very beginning you go on this journey with this woman that could be you. The reader connects in a way that feels real and it keeps you reading. When you come to the end of her journey you feel all of the emotions she went through and are rooting for her to succeed. I would recommend this book to anyone that loves a good romance.

[Angela · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book a lot more than I thought I would. It is so good on a deeper level than most romances available right now. I was really glad the female was a lot more mature, had a good relationship with her ex and his new wife and all the drama was outside the relationship. I can't wait to read the next one. I really, really want Peter and Natalie's story.

[DianaC-Bookaholic And · Rating 5 out of 5]

We will meet Sarah Miller a mother of two. Somewhere around the road she lost herself now she will embarked in an adventure to find herself. Along the way MMA Champion of the World Marcus Anderson will find his way to her.

The intensity of the love Sarah and Marcus have will melt your heart. This was a different kind of love story, not only it was based on the main characters but every other character will play an important roll.

Prepare to be taken to an intense story. You'll love Marcus and you'll adore Sarah Miller.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

[January Apted · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a great story the whole idea of the family's coming together and Sarah being able to travel and find herself and finding love on her way keep me hooked. The book had everything love, sadness, laughter, suspense. I can't wait to read more!

[Candy Box · Rating 5 out of 5]

**Received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review**

Firstly I would like to say this was a great book.
It took me some time to read it but that was because it is a very lengthy book.
Sarah's story is definitely one of a kind. Freshly (happily) divorced mother finding her way and purpose in life after moving to the US from Australia.
Marcus is a MMA fighter and very much distracted by the presence of Sarah even from a distance.
It was lust at first sight. They both knew there was something between them but they just didn't realize how powerful it really was.
Sarah and Marcus have a story that doesn't normally work out but just like Sarah's current situation never count them out.
Instead of telling you the entire storyline I'm going to stop and tell you how this story affected me as a person and how I felt while reading this story.
Remember i gave this book 5 stars because it definitely deserves 5!
The genre of this book is all over the place meaning it was erotic, ugly crying, sweet, suspenseful, and mysterious.
I felt it was more erotic than anything but either way the story flowed very well even with all the Steamy scenes.
I also think the writer has a great chance in making this into a series or maybe just a duet. I feel like I'm not getting enough back story of Marcus so that door is wide open but I feel there will be more with Sarah and Marcus.
Emotions while reading was wild as well. I was so happy, so sad, helpless, nail biting literally at one moment, and hot! Yes I said hot.
If you have the time please give this book a chance. It truly is a well rounded story that every woman wants to tell but doesn't get the opportunity.
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[Vickie Sarmina · Rating 5 out of 5]

So what is a woman to do? Sarah's doctor/husband cheats on her with someone he works with. They divorce. He moves to the USA and remarries with the person he cheated with - Natalie. Sarah has no job. She's on another continent away from her ex-husband with two growing boys to take care of! She thinks of her boys and the relationship they are missing with the father and decides to move to the USA (California). Her ex-husband Peter buys a house for her and the boys not too far from where he is living. She finds that she loves it. And it seems like a great environment for the boys. She and Peter have a strange relationship because they have maintained a friendship even though they are divorced. Sarah decides she will take a trip across America to "find herself." However her trips are only short ones at first to Las Vegas. While in Vegas, she becomes good friends with Catherine, a receptionist at the Bellagio Hotel. Catherine and her husband, Mike, invite Sarah out for a night out to a club to celebrate her birthday. At the club, she meets Marcus, an MMA fighter and the chemistry is immediate. Sarah knows nothing about fighting or that Marcus is famous. He likes that she doesn't know anything about him at first. There are turns and twists that are unexpected in this book! She finds that she is a very talented photographer and begins to build a portfolio, in her travels. So what will Sarah discover? Will she learn more about Marcus? Will she learn more about her own discovery? What will the future hold for her? I won't go any further! Buy the book and find out! It was a great read.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a contemporary romance story with a little bit of darkness and a whole lot of steamy-ness. (Just go with me here. It works.) If you aren't a fan of sexual content, do not read. There is a lot. It is not bawdry, but it uses real terminology not those annoying (at least to me) silly names for genitalia. Personally, I think the sex scenes are very well done.

Sarah Miller is a mother. It's what she's been for years now, and she's not sure who she really is beyond that. She's newly single, just made a tremendous move across the globe, and is searching for herself. In the process she meets Marcus, a MMA fighter. They begin a relationship, but its full of ups and downs. And this just may be what puts Sarah in danger.

This is a story of finding oneself, finding purpose, finding love, and learning the hard way that love alone simply isn't enough.

I really enjoyed this story. In fact, were it not for the beginning, I'd say maybe a quarter to a third, of the book I would probably give it 5 stars. The whole last half was very hard to put down (seriously, I was almost in tears in some parts). The problem was the beginning made it hard for me to keep reading. I'm so glad I did because I really did enjoy it so much, but the first bit just didn't pull me in. I didn't feel like I HAD to keep reading. And the way the two main characters met and acted toward each other from moment one just didn't do it for me. Once I got over that, however, I loved it. Loved it like you feel upset when the characters are upset, you're ready to cry when the characters are crying kind of loved it. By the last half alone, the book deserves five stars, but the beginning really threw me off so ultimately I gave it only four.

[Subiksha · Rating 4 out of 5]

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4 Stars

The author, Christina McGrath , gave me a copy of this novel in exchange for my review.

The book begins with Sarah Miller and her two sons moving to America so that her kids could be with their father(ex-husband) and his new wife. The dynamic between Sarah, Peter(ex-husband) and Natalie(new-wife) are amazing. The love and respect they share is something to behold. The author did a fantastic job of portraying Sarah’s character. Sarah decides to take a self-discovery trip and sets off on a road trip across America alone. Sarah finds herself falling in love with a MMA professional fighter, Marcus. As the book goes on they start facing challenges and we get to see how each of them handle it.

Now for the characters, sorry to the other characters in the book but Sarah steals the show people. The bond she has with her sons is something I wish to have in my future with my kids. There were times in the book where I started doubting the intentions of some of the characters towards Sarah and start guessing as to who is the bad guy. As you read the book you will become protective of Sarah. In some parts of the book, I felt Sarah trusted and forgave easily.

The book had an interesting start then it was a little slow and then picked up till the end. It was an easy read with a mix of emotions. I look forward to reading more books from Christina in the future.

I would like to thank the author for giving me the opportunity to review this book.

[Jenna Snap · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finding Sarah Miller was a well written novel and pretty darn hot in a lot of the chapters. Sarah tried to find herself by going out on a road trip and is distracted by the most beautiful man that made her toes curl. I thought the character of Sarah was written well, with her doubts and paranoid thoughts like any other woman. You would think she would come off as annoying because all these good things are happening to her. (Especially in bed with her lover Marcus) But McGrath writes Sarah with a heart. And we actually see the trials and tribulations of her life, even though sometime very strange how everything fall into her lap perfectly. The heartache that she encounters is so true to life. Everyone who has had their heart broken and feel for her. I wish I could have Sarah's life. It flowed throughout the whole book.
Unfortunately it got a little too repetitive for me. I feel McGrath could of got her point out much less. Although I did not mind all of the hot sex scenes. Whoa. Very well written.
Finding Sarah Miller made me root for her throughout the book. And her questioning of "is this really happening" made it so much more realistic than a fairy tale. Just thought she could of found where she was a little earlier than the lengthy book. But have the utmost respect of actually writing a true realistic character who gets it all, the good, bad, and the everything.
I did receive a free copy of the book for a true and honest review.

[K.F Pharrel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lost souls, finding yourself, keeping an open mind, being positive, lust, romance, confidence… this novel was wild. Mix a single ex-married selfless young mother into a new world, with a hot sexy chiseled MMA professional fighter who is on a mission to “find himself” as well and you have one steamy read. I loved Sarah’s character, and the author did an excellent job in developing her throughout the story. Definitely a three dimensional character and I believe many women can relate to her story. I wish Sarah was my friend!

This novel I believe is a celebration of the beauty of women and how we should not give in to societies stereotypical “labels.” Why put a label on a relationship? I believe we can have many different relationship throughout life, everyone is different, and whose to say you need to have only ONE special person… you can have platonic male best friends, partnerships, and lovers, and soul mates… And this novel hammers that home in an indirect way. A little slow at the beginning, but hang in there and it only gets better and better. 5 solid glasses of wine!

[Aubrey Parr · Rating 5 out of 5]

This debut author did an amazing job on her first of hopefully many books. I was captivated by Sarah Miller. I was hoping that when she found herself, it turned out she was me. I want to be Sarah – her character is so likely and amazing. C.L. McGrath has a fun writing style as well. Reading in first person made it interesting to never know exactly what was going on in any of the other characters’ heads. Her internal dialog is written so well. She has this style that I believe mimics how most women (maybe even men) think to themselves. And, she’s funny! If she ever writes an actual comedy, I’m going to be the first one to purchase the book. The book is long, but worth it and I didn’t want it to end when it was over. I laughed, I cried, I was scared and excited. She took me on an emotional rollercoaster. This book really had a bit of everything with lots of steamy scenes mixed in. I have found a new author to follow!

[Lynda Filler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sarah and Marcus stole my heart and made me yearn for connection. This is one of those stories that sucks you in, grabs onto your emotions, and won't let go! Sarah leaves Australia with her two sons who are young teenagers, to join her ex-husband and new wife in America. The two families have found they like each other and will do anything for the others' happiness. So the boys move in with Dad, who lives a block away and Mom, Sarah takes off on a road trip around the United States. The premise alone lets you know that this will be an unusual story. Her first stop in Las Vegas changes her life. I won't tell you more. All I can say is it was 5:30 a.m. when I finished the book. And no I do not work a night shift. It was just that good! A 5 Star read filled with passion and heart.

[Cruikshank · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing story. The author describes this as a book of self-discovery, and I can't help but agree. I loved the way in which it developed, and the fact that the author tried so hard to avoid labels. The character is unique and there wasn't an adherence to the way in which women are supposed to behave by societal standards, which is someone I enjoy.

People can have solid relationships without needing to be bogged down by the idea that everyone has to adhere to a strict sense of identity. Sometimes it's good for people to realize what matters in their life and 'trim the fat' so to speak. This book solidly delivers.

[Stephanie Krishnan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ah the romance novel, a genre I don't normally read, however I was recommended this as something different. I have to say it was the MMA angle and the positive portrayal of Sarah that made me give this rating. She's a mum, coming back after a divorce, and in an unusual situation - I liked that there was a positive spin in that it didn't run her down as a woman as so many of this genre do. Is it prize-worthy? No, but it's good chewing gum for the mind and an easy read.

[Alexis · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing book loved it I received an arc copy of this book and it was amazing. loved it. it's a five-star book and i think you will love it as well

[Jo Mason · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a brilliant story of Sarah finding her true self and finding love with Marcus a sexy MMA fighter. I laughed, cried, loved and kept in suspense all in one book. A book that could not be put down until the end.
A new author that will amaze many readers with her ability to pour emotions into a novel leaving them hanging for the next book Finding Marcus Anderson.

[C.L. McGrath · Rating 5 out of 5]

[Cally · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is about one woman's self discovery journey and I have to be honest it's the perfect read curled up in front of the fire when it's cold, wet and windy outside.

We meet Sarah who lives in Australia with her two teenage sons who's recently divorced from their dad who cheated on Sarah. Sarah's ex husband has moved to America and despite what happened between the two of them Sarah, her ex husband and his new wife get on great. The boys are missing their dad Sarah decides to pack their bags and decides to start afresh in America.

The boys end up moving in with their dad as Sarah takes herself on a journey of self discovery around America.

I can't say much more as I will give the rest of the plot away.

[Kylie]

DNF.

The writing wasn't captivating to me. Many of the sentences were short and choppy... ex: "We continue talking for a while. He is very easy to talk to."
That is a direct quote. I feel like I wrote more intriguing sentences in middle school.

I also felt the characters lacked depth, and were difficult to relate to.

I don't recommend this book