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Photo Resize and Description<\/p>\n by Two Pentacles Publishing<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sixteen-year-old Natalie\u2019s grandmother, suffering from dementia and confined to a wheelchair, lives in a nursing home and rarely recognizes Natalie. But one Halloween night, she tells her a shocking secret that only she and Natalie\u2019s mother know. Natalie is the product of a one-night stand between her mother, who is a college English teacher, and another professor.<\/p>\n After some research, Natalie learns that people with dementia often have vivid memories of past events. Still not wanting to believe what her grandmother has told her, she finds her biological father online. The resemblance between them is undeniable. Not knowing what else to do, she shows his photo and website to her parents.<\/p>\n Natalie realizes she has some growing up to do. Scared and confused, she reaches out to her biological father, and they start corresponding.<\/p>\n Her younger sister, Sarah, senses their parents\u2019 marital difficulties. At Thanksgiving, when she has an opportunity to see Santa Claus, she asks him to bring them together again. Can the jolly old elf grant her request?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n I hated walking with my mom and sister down that long, bright hallway in the nursing home where my grandma lived. The white tile floor and the ceiling covered with fluorescent lights reminded me of school. The only difference was that there were handrails on either side that old people could hold onto while they walked, so they wouldn’t fall.<\/p>\n The blare of television sets from just about every room we passed, laughter and chatter from the nurses\u2019 station, and announcements over the PA system made me wonder why Dad called this place a rest home. The sharp aroma of disinfectant reminded me of the monthly trips I\u2019d made to the dentist years before to have my braces adjusted. I nearly gagged as I remembered the goop they put in my mouth so they could take impressions of my teeth before the braces were put on. The stench of poop and piss from some of the rooms was overpowering.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n My BOE Book Launch February 3rd 2022<\/a><\/p>\n In Perspective, 242, With Abbie Johnson Taylor, Author of Why Grandma Doesn\u2019t Know Me<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n I just finished reading Abbie Johnson Taylor\u2019s new book, Why Grandma Doesn\u2019t Know Me<\/em>. I really enjoyed it. It\u2019s excellent.\u00a0I highly recommend it. I can\u2019t\u00a0\u00a0 even remember when I last sat down to a book that held my attention like this one did. It\u2019s a family story. It has conflict, suspense. I felt\u00a0happiness, sadness, excitement. It triggered all my emotions. The book is in first person. Each scene is\u00a0narrated by a different character and the dialogue flows beautifully and is right on target. It brought back memories from when I was a kid and made me smile.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Trish Hubschman, Author of the Tracy Gayle Mystery Series<\/p>\n Click here<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n ***<\/span><\/p>\n This is a book of a hopeful Thanksgiving that blends into a peaceful, cherished Christmas scenario. The characters have lifelike qualities with believable attitudes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Sue Brasel, Reader<\/p>\n ***<\/p>\n I really enjoyed this book!\u00a0 It is such a touching story.\u00a0 Imagine, at 16, finding out the man you thought was your father is not your biological father.\u00a0 Imagine finding out your elder daughter is not your biological daughter, that your wife had a one-night stand 17 years earlier which resulted in a baby you thought was yours.\u00a0 There are twists and turns, surprises, anguish, fear, happiness, joy, and love, all in this story.<\/p>\n Natalie secretly tries to locate and get to know her biological father.\u00a0 Will this revelation destroy her parents marriage?\u00a0 What effect will this have on her biological father and his marriage?\u00a0 Read this book to find out.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Gill Harris, Reader<\/p>\n ***<\/p>\n It\u2019s been several months since a novel has managed to capture my interest\/attention so fully to the point where I feel immersed in its universe. Thus, Abbie Johnson Taylor\u2019s Why Grandma Doesn\u2019t Know Me did the trick. It makes you want to get into the reading bug again! What a captivating novel! From the very beginning, I was completely hooked. The situations depicted are so realistic that they could easily be mistaken for nonfiction.<\/p>\n One of the novel\u2019s standout features is how it alternates between the perspectives of different characters such as Marti, Daryl, and Bill. Notably, the perspectives of younger characters like Sarah (a preteen) and Natalie (a teenager) provide a layered and authentic look at how such a shocking revelation impacts every member of the family.<\/p>\n The novel also excels in its portrayal of complex family and social dynamics, which adds depth and relatability to the story. Having read other works by Abbie Johnson Taylor, including The Red Dress and her memoir, My Ideal Partner, I can confidently say this book deserves a full 5 out of 5 stars on Goodreads. I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys emotionally engaging and thought-provoking family dramas.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Gerardo Corripio, Reader<\/p>\n ***<\/p>\n This is an engaging family story that evoked both tears and laughter for me. The story begins with a grandmother revealing a family secret to her eldest granddaughter. The protagonist, sixteen-year-old Natalie, is unable to keep the secret to herself. Subsequently the secret changes not only her own self-worth, but also the dynamics of the entire family. Natalie, her younger sister, their parents and grandparents are all sympathetic characters and each one is transformed by the events that occur between one Halloween and the following Christmas. The author is skilled at telling the story using multiple narrators. They all pulled at my heartstrings as I read and witnessed their struggles and triumphs. The story depicts the support elder family members can provide to younger generations. I liked the underlying message of the book that a family secret can have both negative and positive consequences and that telling the truth gives the opportunity for healing and redemption.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Linda Right, Author of My Turn: When Caregiving Roles Reverse<\/em><\/p>\n Note: You can read my review of Linda’s book here<\/a>.<\/p>\n ***<\/p>\n Reviews are important to authors because they can help boost sales. If you\u2019ve read any of my books, please leave a review where you purchased the book. Alternatively, you can email me your review through my contact form, and I\u2019ll be glad to post it here and on my website. 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