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Remember Me
Can young love stand the test of time and family interference?
Emma waited two years for Marc to see her as more than just a friend. Impatient, she let the school's star rugby player sidetrack her. Now free from that disastrous relationship, she has Marc's full attention.
One person stands in their way: her mother opposes their relationship. Now, Emma must make a choice that will bring her heartache no matter what she decides.
Marc let Emma slip out of his hands once before. He's determined that won't happen again. Even though he's from the wrong side of town, they click on every level. She's the one for him.
The end of their school year and prom edges closer. Every minute they spend together is precious. But time is not on their side.
One decision. Will their love survive?
Remember Me is the first book in a series of sweet, clean & wholesome standalone novellas set in the City of Gold, Johannesburg.
Emma waited two years for Marc to see her as more than just a friend. Impatient, she let the school's star rugby player sidetrack her. Now free from that disastrous relationship, she has Marc's full attention.
One person stands in their way: her mother opposes their relationship. Now, Emma must make a choice that will bring her heartache no matter what she decides.
Marc let Emma slip out of his hands once before. He's determined that won't happen again. Even though he's from the wrong side of town, they click on every level. She's the one for him.
The end of their school year and prom edges closer. Every minute they spend together is precious. But time is not on their side.
One decision. Will their love survive?
Remember Me is the first book in a series of sweet, clean & wholesome standalone novellas set in the City of Gold, Johannesburg.
- GenresRomance
112 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 15, 2021
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About the author
Vida Li Sik
27 books87 followersVida Li Sik is a wife, mother, award-winning journalist and multi-genre author. She grew up in a small town, Nigel, in sunny South Africa, and now lives with her family in Johannesburg, the City of Gold. She has no pets and has yet to find a weird and wonderful hobby. In the meantime, she loves to write about people, real ones and imagined.
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December 1, 2022
This young adult contemporary romantic novella is the first in a series and it absolutely grabbed this reader’s attention from start to finish!
Wow, what a choice Emma has to make at the crunch point in the story! And Marc, what an amazing mature attitude for someone his age. Oh the tears and the heartache!
Highly recommend this story ….and the final scene - breathtaking and beautiful ! (Ps what happens to Jason? Can he have his own story too?!)
Received this as a free copy and this is my own opinion.
Wow, what a choice Emma has to make at the crunch point in the story! And Marc, what an amazing mature attitude for someone his age. Oh the tears and the heartache!
Highly recommend this story ….and the final scene - breathtaking and beautiful ! (Ps what happens to Jason? Can he have his own story too?!)
Received this as a free copy and this is my own opinion.
August 13, 2021
CONTAINS SPOILERS: What any of us would have done in Emma's shoes is hard to say - betray your first love, or betray your parent. Your heart breaks for her and for Marc, and, in a way, for Emma's mother. As much as you hate her, you feel bad for her. Regardless, this book reminds of young love, it's trials and tribulations, and of the hope that goes along with it...just hold on to your heart as you read it.
October 19, 2021
I enjoyed this romantic story between Emma and Mark who meet again after three years, during which Emma's mother broke them apart. The writing was authentic and the characters connected beautifully. It was an entertaining and heart-felt story of a strong love between two people who wondered if they could still love each other three years later. Emma's mother was a true villain in this story, and definitely not the type of mother I would like. Well worth the read!
February 7, 2021
This is the 4th book I've read written by Vida Li Sik; she has done a great job at writing a good short story; I can’t wait to read more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
February 14, 2021
She has broken up with them as it was not going anywhere as well as she wanted another who was her best friend. Now they want to try to see if a relationship can be formed but her mother is against it. What will she do? Will she turn her back on her mother? See just how she gets on
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 26, 2021
A sweet read, for a short escape. I was given this book to beta read and volunteered my review.
August 11, 2021
A short read and sadly it took me a longer time to get through it than normal. All things considered it was a cute read and ended with a few (happy) tears for this reader. However, I don't know if I would pick this up on my own in a bookstore.
This friends to 'lovers' book starts out with Emma dating a jerk of a guy and once she realizes the type of guy he is, she quickly ends things and starts hanging out more with her friend. Marc, a long time friend, is the epitome of what a girl could ask for in a boyfriend. While it takes a little bit for the relationship to get a foothold, its quickly thwarted by Emma's mother who bases her judgement of young Marc on the actions on his father. After some crazy accusations from Emma's mothers, Emma and Marc essentially have to put their relationship on hiatus for a few years. The story ends with a rather nail biting journey of the two making their way back to each other.
This friends to 'lovers' book starts out with Emma dating a jerk of a guy and once she realizes the type of guy he is, she quickly ends things and starts hanging out more with her friend. Marc, a long time friend, is the epitome of what a girl could ask for in a boyfriend. While it takes a little bit for the relationship to get a foothold, its quickly thwarted by Emma's mother who bases her judgement of young Marc on the actions on his father. After some crazy accusations from Emma's mothers, Emma and Marc essentially have to put their relationship on hiatus for a few years. The story ends with a rather nail biting journey of the two making their way back to each other.
January 17, 2023
Such a sweet love story. Marc and Em went to school together and he was her math tutor. When they eventually went out together and her lush of a mother found out, it was not good. He was court ordered not to see her and she was sent away. Three years gone and they are to meet at thier special place if they still have feelings.
I like how the author puts a glossary of words and slang at the beginning, makes it much easier.
I like how the author puts a glossary of words and slang at the beginning, makes it much easier.
August 13, 2021
I got this book for free, thru an Advanced Review Copy, ARC, with an honest review freely given. Once I received this book I was able to read it from the beginning to the end. I thought the characters were so well done it made the story just be so much better and this is my opinon. I thought the story line was so good it made it go so much better to read for me in my opinon.
June 13, 2022
Loved how this story played out! I'm not a big romance reader but when I get my hands on a good one I know at that point that I have stepped out of my normal with reading with something good! Loved the characters and the plot of this book!
January 9, 2023
A quietly lovable South African romance. Marc's sweetness and Emma's conflict with her mother stayed with me a long time. I really enjoyed this book!
January 20, 2023
A very interesting story of high school love. Marc and Emma are trying to fight the odds. This was a good book as you never knew how it would end up. A great story with great characters.
December 29, 2024
A story of love. Best friends from two different classes. It wouldn’t be a problem, except from a wealthy, jealous mother who had an agenda. The story was truly beautiful. Love wins
March 14, 2025
Quite enjoyed this book actually. It was short and sweet and nothing much happened but it was alright.
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March 24, 2022A sweet, friends-to-lovers YA romance
“Three years is a long time, Marc. But, if we still feel the way we do today, let’s meet at 10am on the last Saturday in November."
Oh, young love... so passionate and idealistic. When Emma finally kicks the school's star rugby player to the curb, her friend Marc seizes the opportunity to finally ask her to date. He knows he doesn't have much time left as their final year at school runs to its inevitable conclusion. Their matric dance gives him the chance to ask Emma to be his girlfriend.
But, the course of love seldom runs smoothly, and the two young people face stiff opposition—Emma's mother has her own issues, and puts a spoke in the wheel of their relationship.
This short, YA romance is a quick, fun read that will remind you of your first love, and will have you rooting for Marc and Emma to overcome the obstacles in their way.
“Three years is a long time, Marc. But, if we still feel the way we do today, let’s meet at 10am on the last Saturday in November."
Oh, young love... so passionate and idealistic. When Emma finally kicks the school's star rugby player to the curb, her friend Marc seizes the opportunity to finally ask her to date. He knows he doesn't have much time left as their final year at school runs to its inevitable conclusion. Their matric dance gives him the chance to ask Emma to be his girlfriend.
But, the course of love seldom runs smoothly, and the two young people face stiff opposition—Emma's mother has her own issues, and puts a spoke in the wheel of their relationship.
This short, YA romance is a quick, fun read that will remind you of your first love, and will have you rooting for Marc and Emma to overcome the obstacles in their way.
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