Author: Deanie Humphrys-Dunne
Publisher: Avid Readers Publishing Group
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,374,423 Paid in Kindle Store
No. of Pages: 37 pgs.
Disclaimer: I got this book from the Author in exchange for my honest opinion.
Blurb
This is a true story about a little girl who dreams of becoming a champion horseback rider. Deanie was born with a handicap, which made walking difficult. What does her dad do when the doctors say she would never be able to walk? He decides to teach her to ride horses. Will she give up when things don’t go well? What happens when she falls off her horse? Even if she prevails, she will need just the right horse so they can become a winning team. This inspirational story will show you that nothing is impossible if you don’t quit.
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Review
Cleo Sinclair represents all women who are trying to live their lives in their own terms. She grew up in a farm and her whole family was involved in that. But she knew she wanted more. She wanted to see the world and make a mark for herself. With her childhood sweetheart already gone in pursuit of his dreams, she had nothing to stay in the small town for. But her action caused a family tragedy and even if she was not to be blamed for it, she bore the shame of being ‘the accused.’
Cutting off from her family, she started working at one of Las Vegas’s most luxurious establishments. She knew her family would not approve of her work and she never told them. But fate had other plans for her. She came face to face with Jax Monroe – her childhood sweetheart. Much to her surprise, he insisted on using an alias. Fearing the worst, she soon found out that his life was in danger. In more ways than one.
Jax on the other hand, tried his best to keep away from the girl whom he knew from back home. Things had changed for him ever since. It was not that he was not attracted to her, but he knew his life could be cut short anytime.
But when love is meant to be, nothing can stop the Fates from working towards the goal of bringing the lovers together. But could the Fates work against Death ?
Both Cleo and Jax are very well defined character. Cleo is strong, determined and possesses just the right amount of vulnerability. Where as Jax is strong, protective and inspite of being the alpha hero of Mills and boon- has his own fears and drawbacks. This makes the characters very relatable.
I love the way both of them support each other. A perfect ingredient for a successful couple. Here I have a favorite scene. The way Jax tries to patch up between Cleo and her family, especially her mom. His sensitivity and his humane nature are laudable.
After a long time I have come across a hero had more than just brawn to offer. His ‘problems’ has been handled very without making the reader feel sorry for him. This story reminded me of one of my first Mills and Boon – Blind Man’s Buff by Victoria Gordan.
Waiting for your next one Jennifer Faye !Tales of SweetBrier is an autobiographical non-fiction.. A story of Deannie Dunne, the writer herself.
Born with cerebral palsy, it was declared by the doctors that she would not be able to walk properly – ever. Instead of giving up, her dad decided on that day that Miss. Deannie would be a horsewoman.
This starts a story of grit and determination of Deannie’s ride to success. It was instilled in her from childhood that the Humphreys never gives up. She herself was a staunch follower of this motto.
There were a number of times she would fall down, only to get up and ride again. During the course of her training, she underwent surgeries too. She could not ride for a year. But as soon as her father declared that her legs were stronger, she was back on the saddle – this round gathering acclaims as she jumped over the posts and won many shows.
Deannie’s love for horses is evident in every line she writes. She understands them and as a reader what I understand is that the horses are therapeutic for her. They are not only her love but also her identity. Her synchronization, her body language and the way she personifies a horse, I can’t imagine her in any other role to play –but that of an equestrian.
Dear Ms. Dunne,
When you asked me to review your book, you never told me it was autobiographical.. I took it up, thinking it was just another book written by a horse lover, will manage a quick read because horses have always interested me. What took my breath away were, those were those goosebump moments, when you fell off your horse and got up again. The way you understand your riding partner. This is one story I would like my little girl and boy to read. Whenever they are down in life, this is one of those stories which would make them face the future with determination and without angst of what had gone wrong.
A special mention for your Dad. You’re one lucky girl! God bless the man who not only motivated you to get up and ride but also for penning such a wonderful story for the future generations.
It was a pleasure and honor to read your story.
Yours truly,
Rubina Ramesh
PS. My mom too had the same maxim in life. [spoiler alert!!!] ….. Aspirin!!
Cutting off from her family, she started working at one of Las Vegas’s most luxurious establishments. She knew her family would not approve of her work and she never told them. But fate had other plans for her. She came face to face with Jax Monroe – her childhood sweetheart. Much to her surprise, he insisted on using an alias. Fearing the worst, she soon found out that his life was in danger. In more ways than one.
Jax on the other hand, tried his best to keep away from the girl whom he knew from back home. Things had changed for him ever since. It was not that he was not attracted to her, but he knew his life could be cut short anytime.
But when love is meant to be, nothing can stop the Fates from working towards the goal of bringing the lovers together. But could the Fates work against Death ?
Both Cleo and Jax are very well defined character. Cleo is strong, determined and possesses just the right amount of vulnerability. Where as Jax is strong, protective and inspite of being the alpha hero of Mills and boon- has his own fears and drawbacks. This makes the characters very relatable.
I love the way both of them support each other. A perfect ingredient for a successful couple. Here I have a favorite scene. The way Jax tries to patch up between Cleo and her family, especially her mom. His sensitivity and his humane nature are laudable.
After a long time I have come across a hero had more than just brawn to offer. His ‘problems’ has been handled very without making the reader feel sorry for him. This story reminded me of one of my first Mills and Boon – Blind Man’s Buff by Victoria Gordan.
Waiting for your next one Jennifer Faye !Tales of SweetBrier is an autobiographical non-fiction.. A story of Deannie Dunne, the writer herself.
Born with cerebral palsy, it was declared by the doctors that she would not be able to walk properly – ever. Instead of giving up, her dad decided on that day that Miss. Deannie would be a horsewoman.
This starts a story of grit and determination of Deannie’s ride to success. It was instilled in her from childhood that the Humphreys never gives up. She herself was a staunch follower of this motto.
There were a number of times she would fall down, only to get up and ride again. During the course of her training, she underwent surgeries too. She could not ride for a year. But as soon as her father declared that her legs were stronger, she was back on the saddle – this round gathering acclaims as she jumped over the posts and won many shows.
Deannie’s love for horses is evident in every line she writes. She understands them and as a reader what I understand is that the horses are therapeutic for her. They are not only her love but also her identity. Her synchronization, her body language and the way she personifies a horse, I can’t imagine her in any other role to play –but that of an equestrian.
Dear Ms. Dunne,
When you asked me to review your book, you never told me it was autobiographical.. I took it up, thinking it was just another book written by a horse lover, will manage a quick read because horses have always interested me. What took my breath away were, those were those goosebump moments, when you fell off your horse and got up again. The way you understand your riding partner. This is one story I would like my little girl and boy to read. Whenever they are down in life, this is one of those stories which would make them face the future with determination and without angst of what had gone wrong.
A special mention for your Dad. You’re one lucky girl! God bless the man who not only motivated you to get up and ride but also for penning such a wonderful story for the future generations.
It was a pleasure and honor to read your story.
Yours truly,
Rubina Ramesh
PS. My mom too had the same maxim in life. [spoiler alert!!!] ….. Aspirin!!
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