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The Faderville Novels #4
Say When
A second chance at life — and love.Sooner isn’t the perfect dog, but she’s finally found the perfect home with owner Brandy Anders — until one tragic day when life goes from hopeful to hopeless.Grayson Darling has never believed in fate; he’s just down on his luck for now. Recently divorced, downsized, and soon to be without a home, his move to Faderville is supposed to be temporary. All he has to do is sell his uncle’s farm, then he can return to success and civilization in New York City. The farm he inherited, however, comes with unforeseen responsibilities.When his ex announces her engagement and the job he’d hoped for falls through, Grayson figures his luck has completely run out. He can’t deal with life anymore.Then, fate intervenes in the form of a dog. Sooner only needs a foster home while her owner recovers, so it’s not a long-term commitment anyway. But the dog turns out to be more of a challenge than Grayson bargained for.
373 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 15, 2018
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N. Gemini Sasson
20 books175 followersFormer teacher and track coach. Runner, gardener, dog lover and sometimes farmer. Author of medieval historical fiction: The Crown in the Heather (The Bruce Trilogy: Book I), Worth Dying For (The Bruce Trilogy: Book II) and Isabeau, A Novel of Queen Isabella and Sir Roger Mortimer.
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December 26, 2018
Right from the first 3 chapters, this story just grabs you and holds you until the end. What starts out as a tragedy makes you want to keep reading to see if somehow it will turn into something good. Often, this story brought tears to my eyes especially when it came to Sooner.
Here you have Brandy and Sooner, her Australian Shepherd, who love to travel and attend dog shows when things don’t go according to plan. There is Greyson, where city boy meets country and wonder which one will win. But best of all are Sooner’s great monologues which are so important to the story.
What makes this story really shine is you are seeing it from Brandy, Sooner and Greyson’s points of view. You don’t have to guess what is really going on in their minds, they just tell you. It is a story about how good can come out of something very bad. It makes me want to know more about these characters and see where their stories could go.
Here you have Brandy and Sooner, her Australian Shepherd, who love to travel and attend dog shows when things don’t go according to plan. There is Greyson, where city boy meets country and wonder which one will win. But best of all are Sooner’s great monologues which are so important to the story.
What makes this story really shine is you are seeing it from Brandy, Sooner and Greyson’s points of view. You don’t have to guess what is really going on in their minds, they just tell you. It is a story about how good can come out of something very bad. It makes me want to know more about these characters and see where their stories could go.
August 16, 2019
Each book in the series is better than the last
I'm loving the Faderville series. And this one, full of hope, is the best. It does stand alone from the other stories.
Sooner asks some questions that I've often wondered if my foster/adopted pets have asked: why am I in this new home? When will my real family appear? Why wasn't I good enough to stay?
One flaw in the plot: at the beginning, Sooner was hesitant, non-trusting of all people but Brandy. However with Grayson, she is greeting every stranger on the street.
I'm loving the Faderville series. And this one, full of hope, is the best. It does stand alone from the other stories.
Sooner asks some questions that I've often wondered if my foster/adopted pets have asked: why am I in this new home? When will my real family appear? Why wasn't I good enough to stay?
One flaw in the plot: at the beginning, Sooner was hesitant, non-trusting of all people but Brandy. However with Grayson, she is greeting every stranger on the street.
February 17, 2025
Author comes through as always…
Love these stories with the dog’s outlook and how they bring people together. Will continue reading more of this author’s books.
Love these stories with the dog’s outlook and how they bring people together. Will continue reading more of this author’s books.
April 15, 2023
Slow beginning but great story
I had some trouble getting into the storyline but once I did it turned into a great book. Grayson’s life falls apart before he inherits a farm. With no intention of keeping it he travels there to sell it but events lead him in a different direction after finding a lost dog and learning to care for her and the horses he inherits. Love blooms between the dog’s owner and Grayson. Although circumstances forbids their love or does it. Highly addictive series would recommend it to those who love dogs.
I had some trouble getting into the storyline but once I did it turned into a great book. Grayson’s life falls apart before he inherits a farm. With no intention of keeping it he travels there to sell it but events lead him in a different direction after finding a lost dog and learning to care for her and the horses he inherits. Love blooms between the dog’s owner and Grayson. Although circumstances forbids their love or does it. Highly addictive series would recommend it to those who love dogs.
April 21, 2021
I loved this book!
While I'm not fond of first-person dog stories, having Sooner tell what triggered her and how our expressions and tone of voice affect our dogs, gave me great insight. This was a wonderful story, all about finding ourselves and the influence our dogs have on our lives was really insightful. Love a good love story, especially when the dog wins!
While I'm not fond of first-person dog stories, having Sooner tell what triggered her and how our expressions and tone of voice affect our dogs, gave me great insight. This was a wonderful story, all about finding ourselves and the influence our dogs have on our lives was really insightful. Love a good love story, especially when the dog wins!
January 31, 2019
I didn't want this series to end!
I loved each of these 4 books about Aussie' s, they all made me laugh, sigh and tear up! Extremely beautifully written and each give you a insight into what dogs think!
I loved each of these 4 books about Aussie' s, they all made me laugh, sigh and tear up! Extremely beautifully written and each give you a insight into what dogs think!
March 8, 2025
i bought it for 99 cents-its so good, im so glad i bought it!! I LOVED THIS BOOK
the dog was returned twice. then a lady who knows how to train her adopted her
then they were in a car accident. the dog went up to the highway for help. the cop saw her and then the accident. they airlifted the owner to the hospital. but the dog was left on her own with a hurt bleeding leg
meanwhile a man who was married 25 yrs is divorced by his wife for not paying attention to her. he is alone now. he lost his job which is all he ever lived for the whole time he was married
then he finds a uncle he only saw once or twice died and left his farm in ky to him. he is going there to sell it. a neighbor said she was taking care of the animals but she cant anymore. he knows nothing about it and thinks he will just sell everything.
the dog ends up at his farm, saved his life, he was going to take pills but heard the rucus when the dog went into the barn where the horses were.
they were both fearful of each other, but grew to love each other. he took her to the vet and got her stitched up and meds (which she spit out)
they ran together, got stronger together
meanwhile his other owner was still in the hospital with a broken back and other injuries. she is making a long road to trying to walk. her dad had a stroke while she is in the hospital
she had to get another phone but finally got one of the texts from Sooners (the dog) new friend with her photo.
he bought a truck. hes trying to find out if his uncle owed more than he had. he is trying to sell the horses. he gave one to the neighbor who was taking care of them (she had to go out of town to her daughter to take care of her after a operation)
there is a business in town that needs a person who does what he did for a living before he got let go. he cant find a new job but he thinks he might want to go back to NY. but hes meeting new people in the town thanks to the dog. everyone talks to the dog , then him
the lady is in a facility cause she has no one to take care of her. she had to sell her house
shes in a wheel chair but is trying to walk. in a lot of pain
he calls her and arranges to come visit. he brings the dog as a surprise.
she loves her dog so much, and her dog loves both of them, the man loves her too
the dog wants them all to live together on the farm
they talk and get to know each other and like each other
the neighbor comes home, she still wants the horse he wants to give her. she thinks he should open a boarding place there. he doesnt know what he is going to do and still no answers from the lawyer about the estate
he got a good job offer in ny but didnt take it
he wanted to stay on the farm and have a relationship with the dogs owner (they both finally told each other they love each other) and the dog they both love who loves both of them
it was so good! i wish i could read all the dog books by this author
the dog was returned twice. then a lady who knows how to train her adopted her
then they were in a car accident. the dog went up to the highway for help. the cop saw her and then the accident. they airlifted the owner to the hospital. but the dog was left on her own with a hurt bleeding leg
meanwhile a man who was married 25 yrs is divorced by his wife for not paying attention to her. he is alone now. he lost his job which is all he ever lived for the whole time he was married
then he finds a uncle he only saw once or twice died and left his farm in ky to him. he is going there to sell it. a neighbor said she was taking care of the animals but she cant anymore. he knows nothing about it and thinks he will just sell everything.
the dog ends up at his farm, saved his life, he was going to take pills but heard the rucus when the dog went into the barn where the horses were.
they were both fearful of each other, but grew to love each other. he took her to the vet and got her stitched up and meds (which she spit out)
they ran together, got stronger together
meanwhile his other owner was still in the hospital with a broken back and other injuries. she is making a long road to trying to walk. her dad had a stroke while she is in the hospital
she had to get another phone but finally got one of the texts from Sooners (the dog) new friend with her photo.
he bought a truck. hes trying to find out if his uncle owed more than he had. he is trying to sell the horses. he gave one to the neighbor who was taking care of them (she had to go out of town to her daughter to take care of her after a operation)
there is a business in town that needs a person who does what he did for a living before he got let go. he cant find a new job but he thinks he might want to go back to NY. but hes meeting new people in the town thanks to the dog. everyone talks to the dog , then him
the lady is in a facility cause she has no one to take care of her. she had to sell her house
shes in a wheel chair but is trying to walk. in a lot of pain
he calls her and arranges to come visit. he brings the dog as a surprise.
she loves her dog so much, and her dog loves both of them, the man loves her too
the dog wants them all to live together on the farm
they talk and get to know each other and like each other
the neighbor comes home, she still wants the horse he wants to give her. she thinks he should open a boarding place there. he doesnt know what he is going to do and still no answers from the lawyer about the estate
he got a good job offer in ny but didnt take it
he wanted to stay on the farm and have a relationship with the dogs owner (they both finally told each other they love each other) and the dog they both love who loves both of them
it was so good! i wish i could read all the dog books by this author
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February 4, 2023
Run for your life!
That phrase takes on so many meanings in this moving story. This is the one about the champion dog and her trainer who get in a car accident, and the man who finds the doggie after she has been through trials and tribulations... A heartwarming story about how the dog and the man save each other, and how they, in turn, save the trainer... And all of the people that help and/or are helped in the process. As usual, I found that I could relate to a lot of it--so many lessonsto be learned! Another moving, fantastic Faderville novel.
That phrase takes on so many meanings in this moving story. This is the one about the champion dog and her trainer who get in a car accident, and the man who finds the doggie after she has been through trials and tribulations... A heartwarming story about how the dog and the man save each other, and how they, in turn, save the trainer... And all of the people that help and/or are helped in the process. As usual, I found that I could relate to a lot of it--so many lessonsto be learned! Another moving, fantastic Faderville novel.
August 31, 2021
For the love of a dog
I love a good book especially a good book centers around a dog. The author Captivated buy interest In all animals. The story line was fascinating. I loved every minute of the journey and of course the final outcome. I highly recommend this any dog lover . Yes dogs have away Of opening our hearts They love us so unconditionally.
I love a good book especially a good book centers around a dog. The author Captivated buy interest In all animals. The story line was fascinating. I loved every minute of the journey and of course the final outcome. I highly recommend this any dog lover . Yes dogs have away Of opening our hearts They love us so unconditionally.
February 21, 2019
Another wonderful read in the Faderville series. I laughed, teared up, and laughed some more. This author knows dogs and is so spot on about dogs and what they have to be thinking and their reactions to us. Great story and characters and loved the character development.
June 27, 2019
When
It was good. I can't believe I just finished the last one. I hope she writes more. I like the town but mostly the dogs. I like the way she writes too. It is all inclusive and I like that. I hope she writes more.
It was good. I can't believe I just finished the last one. I hope she writes more. I like the town but mostly the dogs. I like the way she writes too. It is all inclusive and I like that. I hope she writes more.
November 6, 2019
I spent a weekend reading the third book. Didn't realize it was a series. Then went back and read book one and two (they really can stand alone, though) and finally this one. For anyone that is a dog lover, this series is wonderful. Highly recommend!
June 30, 2020
Wonderful read
I loved this book! And all of the books in this series. The author really knows how to draw you in. The books are so realistic in the way they flow, it helps you imagine it's actually happening. I laughed and I cried. This was a beautiful story.
I loved this book! And all of the books in this series. The author really knows how to draw you in. The books are so realistic in the way they flow, it helps you imagine it's actually happening. I laughed and I cried. This was a beautiful story.
August 15, 2021
Hopelessness? Never!
Sometimes you can see the ending of a story long before it ends. This was one of those stories - but that didn't t diminish the happy tears in any way. A happy light read.
Sometimes you can see the ending of a story long before it ends. This was one of those stories - but that didn't t diminish the happy tears in any way. A happy light read.
April 12, 2022
Three could never be a crowd .
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was a wonderful love story that involves a party of three. Tragedy drew them together and love blossomed from there with the help of a man who really turned out to be a true friend.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was a wonderful love story that involves a party of three. Tragedy drew them together and love blossomed from there with the help of a man who really turned out to be a true friend.
April 21, 2022
Beautiful story
I loved this book. I almost cried with joy at the perfect ending. I am getting ready to read the next book in the series. I love all books written by N. Gemini Sasson.
I loved this book. I almost cried with joy at the perfect ending. I am getting ready to read the next book in the series. I love all books written by N. Gemini Sasson.
September 17, 2022
Wonderful book
Sometimes it takes a different kind of friend to show you a better way to live. And sometimes, A different place. This is a well written, heartwarming book, by an excellent author.
Sometimes it takes a different kind of friend to show you a better way to live. And sometimes, A different place. This is a well written, heartwarming book, by an excellent author.
November 2, 2022
If you love dogs, this is a most heartwarming story of love, determination and faith. Was blown away how well written this book and it outlines the love between Brandy, Grayson and the beloved Sooner. This book is guaranteed to melt your heart.
October 6, 2023
Say When by Gemini Sasson
As I have said before, I love reading the Faderville Novels. I am just sorry I am nearing the end, two more to go. I wish they could go on and on. As a dog and animal lover myself I find Gemini’s stories so true and descriptive and interesting.
As I have said before, I love reading the Faderville Novels. I am just sorry I am nearing the end, two more to go. I wish they could go on and on. As a dog and animal lover myself I find Gemini’s stories so true and descriptive and interesting.
January 18, 2024
another threw-hankie!
This is more of a classic chick-lit romance than the other installments so far, and a bit different than my usual genre.
Not sorry I read the book.
Now on to book 5
This is more of a classic chick-lit romance than the other installments so far, and a bit different than my usual genre.
Not sorry I read the book.
Now on to book 5
June 28, 2025
This is the 4th book in the series I’ve read. And it was every bit as thought provoking as the previous three. I love Sasson’s writing style, interesting characters and life lessons. I can’t wait to meet new characters in the final two novels.
November 26, 2019
Another great story
This is part of a great series of standalone stories for dog and people lovers. It vividly tells how a dog can impact the lives of the people in her life.
This is part of a great series of standalone stories for dog and people lovers. It vividly tells how a dog can impact the lives of the people in her life.
November 26, 2019
Good story
It ended okay, but wore me out getting there. This series is quite different from any others I've read -- from the dog's perspective.
It ended okay, but wore me out getting there. This series is quite different from any others I've read -- from the dog's perspective.
June 3, 2020
Great read
This book really moved along. maybe it was because I couldn't put it down. It is amazing how a pet can Change a life.
This book really moved along. maybe it was because I couldn't put it down. It is amazing how a pet can Change a life.
July 7, 2021
Sweet, touching, the author has good empathy for people's struggles - lots of feels 💕
January 3, 2022
Renewal
A great book with a dog who brings two people together. Every one is individually changed into better into a better dog or oerson.
A great book with a dog who brings two people together. Every one is individually changed into better into a better dog or oerson.
May 4, 2022
I loved this series, and if you love dogs you will too! But start with the first book in the Faderville series! The “spirit” of all the dogs will make you feel good, and/or make you cry!
June 23, 2023
Love the dog. Not the people
Sweet book, sort of like the ones I read in 7th grade 60 years ago. So very predictable. No challenges here.
Sweet book, sort of like the ones I read in 7th grade 60 years ago. So very predictable. No challenges here.
August 12, 2023
WOW! A fantastic book
I had never read anything by this author before this book! Once I started reading, I didn’t want to stop!
I wholeheartedly recommend this book!
I had never read anything by this author before this book! Once I started reading, I didn’t want to stop!
I wholeheartedly recommend this book!
September 24, 2023
Great Characters
This may be the best representation I've ever read about how a dog thinks. I liked the characters. The plot kept me engaged to the very last page.
This may be the best representation I've ever read about how a dog thinks. I liked the characters. The plot kept me engaged to the very last page.
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