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You Oughta Know
There are things in life you oughta know if your heart is going to survive. Her husband held all the cards—money, fame and power—but a shocking revelation destroys both Megan Fisher’s self-esteem and her marriage, and now she must figure out a way to take back her independence, pick up the pieces of her life, and care for her ten-year-old son. When a job opens up at a summer camp in Malibu, Megan jumps at the chance to be a counselor. She’ll be able to provide for her son and they’ll both have a safe place to heal. Little does Megan know that they have stepped into a world where even the promise of new love is tainted by accusations that threaten to shatter Megan’s heart—and her son’s—once again. A single mother’s journey of hope, courage and strength.
376 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 16, 2020
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About the author
Sue Phillips
6 books296 followersIn 1980s, I wrote as Susan Phillips, not to be confused with Susan Elizabeth Phillips or Silhouette Romance author Susan Phillips (later writing as Susan Sawyer). RAPTURE'S LEGACY was my first and only book published under this name.
In 1990s, to avoid further confusion, I switched to my maiden name, Susan Leslie Liepitz, publishing with Harlequin and Berkley Jove Time Passages.
Later, I dropped my maiden name and legally registered the fictitious business name of GILLIAN DOYLE. But when I moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 2014, I learned the state does not allow registering a fictitious business name that can be a real person's name. By then, there was a Gillian Doyle audio romance narrator and a Gillian Doyle nonfiction author.
In December 2016, my husband passed away shortly after diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. He made me promise to publish a book of my heart I've been writing for years -- a women's fiction novel, A PLACE TO BELONG. It is currently being shopped to publishing houses.
So here I am -- back to using my legal name, even though there are numerous writers with various versions of Susan/Sue Phillips. I have kept the same books covers except for changing the name.
Unfortunately, the Intuitive Investigator series has ended after two books. Sadly, Deanne Acuña passed away unexpectedly in November 2018. She is greatly missed by family and friends.
In 1990s, to avoid further confusion, I switched to my maiden name, Susan Leslie Liepitz, publishing with Harlequin and Berkley Jove Time Passages.
Later, I dropped my maiden name and legally registered the fictitious business name of GILLIAN DOYLE. But when I moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 2014, I learned the state does not allow registering a fictitious business name that can be a real person's name. By then, there was a Gillian Doyle audio romance narrator and a Gillian Doyle nonfiction author.
In December 2016, my husband passed away shortly after diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. He made me promise to publish a book of my heart I've been writing for years -- a women's fiction novel, A PLACE TO BELONG. It is currently being shopped to publishing houses.
So here I am -- back to using my legal name, even though there are numerous writers with various versions of Susan/Sue Phillips. I have kept the same books covers except for changing the name.
Unfortunately, the Intuitive Investigator series has ended after two books. Sadly, Deanne Acuña passed away unexpectedly in November 2018. She is greatly missed by family and friends.
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April 24, 2023
enjoyed it but nothing thaaat special, gave me the vibes of a tamer version of “Things we never got over”
book tw: themes of SA (idk how i keep reading so many books about it atm?? it’s getting a bit much)
book tw: themes of SA (idk how i keep reading so many books about it atm?? it’s getting a bit much)
August 18, 2020
Tugs at the Heartstrings
What a complex and emotional story! The heroine gets the shock of her life as the book begins, and she doesn't know quite how to deal with it. This book covers a lot of themes, like divorce, becoming a single parent, homosexuality, and finding yourself when forced into a new beginning. So many ups and downs, with a little humor and a lot of heart.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
What a complex and emotional story! The heroine gets the shock of her life as the book begins, and she doesn't know quite how to deal with it. This book covers a lot of themes, like divorce, becoming a single parent, homosexuality, and finding yourself when forced into a new beginning. So many ups and downs, with a little humor and a lot of heart.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
August 16, 2020
I loved Megan's journey. Wow. This was a very emotional read for me & can be relatable. Plus a new author for me. It was so well written. I received a free copy of the book. And am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
March 8, 2021
Enjoyed this one!
April 26, 2021
Really good
June 18, 2020
Beautiful, lyrical writing! An emotional story that's difficult at times, but so real and moving. Megan's struggle to pick up the pieces of her life after divorce will keep you turning the pages. Women's fiction at its finest!
Merged review:
Beautiful writing. An emotional story that's difficult at times, but so real and moving. Megan's journey to rebuild her life after divorce kept me turning the pages well into the night. Women's fiction at its finest.
Merged review:
Beautiful writing. An emotional story that's difficult at times, but so real and moving. Megan's journey to rebuild her life after divorce kept me turning the pages well into the night. Women's fiction at its finest.
October 12, 2020
Such a complex book, many of the characters are holding secrets deep inside them that they are afraid to share. One afternoon, Megan comes home early after a doctor's appointment and her world is turned completely upside down. This is how the story begins and throughout the book there are twists and turns and little hints that keep you guessing.
May 13, 2021
Not Bad
I have to say it wasn't a bad read. My only real criticism I that I felt it was too long and drawn out in places, almost to the point where it became boring making me skip pages to get back to the nitty gritty of the storyline. Bonus points for being free.
I have to say it wasn't a bad read. My only real criticism I that I felt it was too long and drawn out in places, almost to the point where it became boring making me skip pages to get back to the nitty gritty of the storyline. Bonus points for being free.
February 2, 2022
Great Read of dysfunctional people figuring out Life.
A story of a wife and mother having her whole world turned upside down, and the good and bad decisions she made to get control of her life.
A story of a wife and mother having her whole world turned upside down, and the good and bad decisions she made to get control of her life.
July 10, 2020
A realistic depiction
of serious, sometimes life-threatening, problems, the writing of which I suspect was cathartic for the author. Shifting points of view.
of serious, sometimes life-threatening, problems, the writing of which I suspect was cathartic for the author. Shifting points of view.
May 28, 2021
Unbelievable
This book was ok. Not one of my favorites. But others may like it. It read like a first time author in my opinion.
This book was ok. Not one of my favorites. But others may like it. It read like a first time author in my opinion.
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