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Forgive Me Not
Forgive Me Not
Forgive Me Not
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Forgive Me Not

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In this emotional novel, a woman hoping to make amends for her past returns home to learn no one wants her there—and her mother no longer remembers her.

 How far would you go to make amends?

When Emma fled her home at Foxglove Farm, she’d let down and hurt those who cared for her most. But now, two years later, she’s ready to face up to her past; she’s ready to go back.

But Emma’s unannounced return causes more problems than she could have foreseen. The people she knew and loved aren’t ready to forget, let alone forgive. And the one person she wants to reconnect with the most, her mother, can’t remember who she is.

Just as Emma starts to rebuild trust, an uncovered family secret and a shocking past crime threaten her newly forged future . . .

Sometimes simply saying sorry isn’t enough.

Perfect for readers of Ruth Hogan or Amanda Prowse.

Praise for Forgive Me Not

 “Forgive Me Not is a brave and beautiful book that tackles difficult themes with grace and compassion. It portrays the cruelty and fallibility of human nature against the backdrop of the powerful dual forces of forgiveness and hope, to tell a story that will stay with me for some time. Highly recommended.” —Rachel Burton, author of The Many Colours of Us

 “Samantha Tonge has created something unique and magical in Forgive Me Not. It’s a one-of-a-kind read!” —Laurie Ellingham, author of One Endless Summer

LanguageEnglish
Release dateJul 23, 2018
ISBN9781788632201
Forgive Me Not
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Samantha Tonge

Samantha lives in Cheshire, England, with her lovely family and two cats who think they are dogs. A love of reading developed as a child, when she was known for reading Enid Blyton books in the bath. Having first followed other careers, such as as a fun stint working at Disneyland Paris, Samantha began writing and has sold around 100 short stories to women's magazines. Formally trained as a linguist, she has a passion for writing romantic comedy novels.

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  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    Forgive Me Not by Samantha Tonge is a 2018 Canelo publication. Emma has returned to Foxglove Farm hoping to make amends to her family and atone for her many indiscretions. While she hopes everyone will be happy to see her and she will be accepted back into the fold like a prodigal daughter, the reception she receives is hardly welcoming. The story flashes back to the months leading up to her decision to return home and the present day, where Emma struggles to gain her sister’s trust and forgiveness and take care of her mother who has Alzheimer’s. No matter how hard she tries, no matter what good she does, her sister simply can not find it in her heart to forgive Emma. Yet, Emma is determined to forge a new life for herself, to care for mother, and do her part to help her family. However, there is a dark pall hanging over her head. A secret she hasn’t found the courage to own up to, one that is eating away at her more and more with each passing day. Will Emma find the strength to face her worst fears and do the right thing? This novel took me by surprise. The first book I read by Samantha Tonge was a super, light-hearted romantic comedy, and her other books seem to fall into that same category for the most part. Although the synopsis makes it clear this book has a more serious tone, that delightful cover led me to believe any uncomfortable subject matter would be handled with a light touch. While the author does keep the atmosphere carefully balanced, she doesn’t pull punches or water anything down. As a result, I was stunned by the weight of this story. This is really an incredible story of a woman who is determined to get her life back together and hopefully make amends to those she hurt. It is a realistic portrayal, which offers hope and redemption, but also remains pragmatic, emphasizing that recovery is an ongoing thing, that no matter what, there will be moments of weakness and denial and forgiveness can't always be an automatic assumption. Some cuts are simply too deep. Although Emma originally set out to right the wrongs of the past, in the end her personal growth is what stands out. This is a cautionary tale, but it is also a powerful story of forgiveness, not only of others, from others, but of yourself, as well. This is also a story of gaining independence, of standing up on one’s own two feet, facing one’s demons, and finding an inner strength you didn’t know you had. It's about growing up emotionally, accountability, and acceptance. I must say I am deeply impressed with this novel. Samantha Tonge has proven her mettle, writing on such a deeply poignant topic and tackling big emotional issues, which up to this point has not been her usual style. If this book is any indication, Samantha is hitting her stride. She’s shown depth and range with this novel. I’m looking forward to seeing what path her career takes from here. 4 stars
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Loved the book. I did not expect the last chapter and it was a complete surprise. It explained a lot and why Andrea couldn't forgive Emma. This book centers around family relationships and forgiveness. Emma and Stig were my favorite characters. I am talking about the Emma who shows up at Foxglove Farms after seeking treatment. Stig just seemed like such an all around good guy.Emma returns home to Foxglove Farms after being gone for two years. Emma is an alcoholic and has returned home to make amends with all the people she hurt, which is pretty much everyone living in her village. Mainly she wants to apologize to her sister, mom and Bligh. Her mom is suffering from early-onset Alzheimer's and has no idea who Emma is when she arrives. The book alternates between the present and the months leading up to Emma returning home. Emma completely changed her life but her sister just doesn't trust or believe her. It was interesting discovering what happened the days leading up to Emma leaving her house and how the blood got on her car. I understand why Bligh and Andrea do not trust her and have a hard time forgiving her. I loved the story, writing style and characters. I never warmed up to Andrea or Joe. Hated his reaction when he heard what happened to Emma. Andrea just seemed miserable. I loved reading about the farm Emma grew up on. It sounded like a wonderful place to live. I understand how Emma felt when she learned what her mom was hiding all those years. Now Emma can't even talk about it with her mom. Definitely recommend the book. I look forward to reading more by the author. Thanks to NetGalley, Canelo and the author, Samantha Tonge, for a free electronic ARC of this novel.

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