Well, it’s the Sunday Book Review time again, and as has been lately, my life is a bit chaotic and of course, it has cut into my book reading time. So today I’m taking the liberty to share some beautiful reviews I haven’t shared yet. Since reviews are golden to an author and I make a point of reviewing and sharing every book I read, I thought it was okay to share a few for my own books.
I am so grateful for each review my books receive, but today’s reviews are a little extra special for me. Why? Because one of the reviewers read two of my books and mentioned she’d read one of them twice! Two writers each blogged their reviews first. Another dug deep into the book and didn’t hold back on how my story moved her, which of course had me reaching for Kleenex. The last paragraph from that review really got me:
“If I could reach through a book to hug someone, this would be the prime one for it to happen. I’ve felt these emotions tons of times before when an author creates a character who suffers… but when a real-life woman shares the truth and the pain she’s gone through, it’s a whole different ball game. If you have a high threshold for reading about someone’s emotional suffering, I suggest you take this book on… it might give you the perspective you need to help others.”
A blog and review from Kathy Lauren Miller
Kathy’s Amazon Review for Twenty Years: After “I Do”
August 20, 2019
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Lucinda Clarke‘s review
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Lucinda Clarke‘s review Sep 30, 2019
A lovely surprise book shoutout from Adele Marie Park
“D.G. Kaye is a writer which makes you sit up and think. A natural talent for writing which grips you through the gritty memoirs of her life with a narcissist mother.
I have read Conflicted Hearts and P.S. I Forgive You and highly recommend them.
Emotional yes, but also filled with the spirit of the writer herself who has survived and thrives in spite of.”
My month of memoirs continues with an autobiography by D. G. Kaye — ‘P.S. I Forgive You: A Broken Legacy.’ Although not quite a series, this is the second book by the author as she explores the impact of a narcissistic mother on her daily life. I read this before bed last night, and all I can say is that some people are dealt a very unfair hand in life. That said, it’s amazing to see how wonderful Kaye is handling all that she went through in the last ~50 years. What a great (but painful) read!
Imagine growing up with a mother who seems to intentionally cause pain for her children. The oldest of four, Kaye spent years letting the woman treat her horribly. In this introspective and emotional autobiography, we learn how and why she tolerated it. The memoir kicks off by letting readers know that the author’s mother has passed away, and this is the story of how she handled the decision whether to be there when the woman crossed over. Sick for many years, touch and go at times, it seems like every possible painful opportunity was taken to cause trouble for this family. It was heartbreaking not just because of what they went through but because you really want this to turn out to be a positive story.
In some ways, it does turn out that way… in death, you are often released from the troubles of the past. Not quickly. Not immediately. Not entirely. Kaye suffers to this day because of the trauma she went through. Emotional pain can be far worse and impacting that physical pain. Seeing how the author connects with her siblings and her aunt helps provide a sense of love and hope for her future. Kaye has a phenomenal way of sharing her past with readers… we feel as if we are there, but one thing is for sure — we were not. That… is fantastic writing.
There is a cathartic honesty in her writing style as well as how she processes the events of her life. On the outskirts, it might seem simple: (A) She’s your mother, you should stay and respect her, or (B) She’s been evil and nasty, you need to run away and forget her. Nope… Kaye fully provides the wide spectrum of all the scenarios that ran through her head, some positive and some not-so-positive. How do you make such a decision? Only a strong person can thoroughly see through the minutia to determine what’s best for both the victim and the victimizer (I might’ve made that work up).
If I could reach through a book to hug someone, this would be the prime one for it to happen. I’ve felt these emotions tons of times before when an author creates a character who suffers… but when a real-life woman shares the truth and the pain she’s gone through, it’s a whole different ball game. If you have a high threshold for reading about someone’s emotional suffering, I suggest you take this book on… it might give you the perspective you need to help others.
Thank you readers for making the grind all worth it!
DGKayewriter.com 
These reviews are very special, Debby. I’m happy for you to receive such heart-warming reviews and praises. I hope your busy schedule and things will calm down soon to give you a break.
Happy Sunday to you!
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Thank you so much Miriam. ❤ It's Canadian Thanksgiving weekend here so thanks again. Happy Sunday! ❤
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Congratulations on these glorious reviews, Debby – and so well deserved. Toni x
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Thank you so much Toni. ❤
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How wonderful to receive such great reviews for your books, Debby. They are well-deserved.
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Thank you so much Norah. Every new one inspires. ❤
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You do a lovely job sharing these collected reviews, Debby. What a wonderful tribute to your writing and the comfort your books bring to others. Nicely done!
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Thank so much for your lovely comment Diana. ❤
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What a fabulous collection of reviews Debby and richly deserved…lovely way to end the week. ♥♥
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Thanks so much Sal. I don’t often visit my books, but when I do it’s nice to see a new little gem. ❤ xx
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Congratulations on these lovely reviews, Debby.
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Thanks so much Robbie 🙂
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Hearty congrats on those, Deb! I also liked the “You might also like” posts that included your first book. That was before we met so it was fun to read!
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Thanks so much Jacqui. I like that WP picks and chooses what ‘you’ might also like. lol 🙂
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Congratulations on all these heartfelt reviews!
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Thank you so much John. 🙂
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You’re welcome. 😊
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Wonderful reviews Deb. Congratulations. Your books do evoke emotions.
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Thanks so much for that Balroop 🙂 x
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Debby, these reviews are wonderful! Having people be truly effected by your writing is like getting a breath of fresh air after being under water too long. I’m so happy for you, you wonderful warrior woman. Hugs 🙂
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I’m so humbled Donna. Thank you so much for your kindness. Hugs back! ❤
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Debby, congratulations on such heartfelt and glowing reviews. Reading these it is obvious you have reached into the core of the reader’s soul, your story touching them, teaching them a way forward. One line about your attitude to relationships stood out for me … ‘Respect, laughter, intimacy and patience are the cornerstones of a solid foundation that can withstand the trials of daily living.’ – how true!
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Thanks so much Annika. It’s my biggest thrill as a writer when people ‘get me’ and are somehow touched by my words. What more could we ask for as writers? 🙂 xx
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Oh my lovely, such beautiful reviews. Well deserved and a boost for you. Marvellous. ❤ xXx ❤
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Thank you so much my Lovely Jane. Truly humbling. 🙂 ❤ xoxo
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Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful, Debby. Such lovely reviews and – like you say – they make all the hard work so worth it. To be able to touch readers like you do is a talent and an inspiration!
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Thanks so much for your lovely comment Liesbet. Yes, reviews really are uplifting for our writing. ❤
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Congratulations, Deb, on getting these wonderful reviews! Well deserved, my friend! Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks so much for the kudos Lis ❤
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How wonderful to receive so many fabulous reviews, Debby! Congrats. 💕🤗💕
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Truly honored! Thank you Michelle ❤
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Cheers to you, Debby! These are amazing reviews to celebrate. Bravo! 🙂
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Thanks bunches Natalie. 🙂 xx
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I’m happy you shared these reviews, Debby. These are the kind of reviews an author cherishes. Your writing brings out strong feelings in the reader, so I totally get it. Congratulations, Sis! 😀 xo
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Thanks so much for your supportive and kind words Vashti. As you know, it’s the reviews that keep us guided that we are on the right path with our stories and that they resonate with our readers is more fuel for our writing. ❤ Thank you my lovely sister. ❤ xx
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