Pressed Pennies

Pressed Pennies by Steven Manchester

About The Book:

Rick and Abby grew up together, became best friends, and ultimately fell in love. Circumstance tore them apart in their early teens, though, and they went on to lives less idyllic than they dreamed about in those early days. Rick has had a very successful career, but his marriage flat-lined. Abby has a magical daughter, Paige, but Paige's father nearly destroyed Abby's spirit. Now fate has thrown Rick and Abby together again. In their early thirties, they are more world-weary than they were as kids. But their relationship still shimmers, and they're hungry to make up for lost time. However, Paige, now nine, is not nearly as enthusiastic. She's very protective of the life she's made with her mother and not open to the duo becoming a trio. Meanwhile, Rick has very little experience dealing with kids and doesn't know how to handle Paige. This leaves Abby caught between the two people who matter the most to her. What happens when the life you've dreamed of remains just inches from your grasp?

My Thoughts:

This is a really great book. It is brave in challenging you to live the life you have dreamed of for so long, or stay content in the one you have. Relationships on all levels are complicated. I have read this author before and have enjoyed his books, and this one is just as special!

About The Author:

Steven Manchester is the author of The Rockin' Chair, as well as the #1 best seller, Twelve Months. He is also the author of A Christmas Wish (Kindle exclusive), Goodnight, Brian, and Pressed Pennies. His work has appeared on NBC's Today Show, CBS's The Early Show, CNN's American Morning, and BET's Nightly News. Three of Steven's short stories were selected "101 Best" for Chicken Soup for the Soul series. When not spending time with his beautiful wife, Paula, or his four children, this Massachusetts author is promoting his works or writing.

You can buy this book at Pressed Pennies on Amazon. Book releases May 13th!