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In Leah's Wake [Kindle Edition]

Terri Giuliano Long
3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (247 customer reviews)

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Book Description

***Newly Edited by Sara-Jayne Slack, Inspired Quill Press (3/12)

Recipient of the CTRR Award for excellence
2011 Book Bundlz Book Pick
Book Bundlz Book Club Favorites First Place, (12/11)
WINNER Global eBook Awards, Popular Fiction, 2012
WINNER, Literary Fiction - IndieReader Discovery Awards (IRDA), 2012

The Tylers have a perfect life--beautiful home, established careers, two sweet and talented daughters. Their eldest daughter, Leah, an exceptional soccer player, is on track for a prestigious scholarship. Their youngest, Justine, more responsible than seems possible for her 12 years, just wants her sister's approval. With Leah nearing the end of high school and Justine a seemingly together kid, the parents are set to enjoy a peaceful life...until Leah meets Todd, a high school dropout and former roadie for a rock band.

As Leah's parents fight to save their daughter from a world of drugs, sex, and wild parties, their divided approach drives their daughter out of their home and a wedge into their marriage. Meanwhile, twelve-year-old Justine observes her sister's rebellion from the shadows of their fragmented family-leaving her to question whether anyone loves her and if God even knows she exists. Can this family survive in Leah's wake? What happens when love just isn't enough?




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WINNER, Literary Fiction - IndieReader Discovery Awards (IRDA), 2012
WINNER Global eBook Awards, Popular Fiction, 2012
Book Bundlz 2011 Favorites - First Place, 12/11
Book Bundlz 2011 Book Club Pick
CTRR Reviewer Recommend Award, 2011


WINNER Global eBook Awards, Popular Fiction, 2012
IN LEAH'S WAKE: Winner of the CTRR, Reviewer Recommend Award
BOOK BUNDLZ 2011 BOOK PICK
BOOK BUNDLZ 2011 BOOK CLUB FAVORITES, FIRST PLACE

"Terri Giuliano Long writes about the complexities of marriage and parenting . . . pulled me right along, as I continued to make comparisons to my own life."

--Jennifer Donovan, Managing Editor 5 Minutes For Books

In Leah's Wake is beautifully written, haunting, fascinating, and a book that has a lot to say, a lot to teach you, without getting preachy. 

--Haley Stokes, Triumphal Writing


Recipient of the Coffee Time Reviewers Recommend (CTRR) Award. This award, selected by reviewers, recognizes outstanding writing styles in all book types and genres. --Coffee Time Romance

2011 Book Bundlz Book Pick
Recipient of CTRR, Reviewer's Recommend Award

2011 Book Club Book Pick - 2011 FAVORITES, FIRST PLACE

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  • Print Length: 368 pages
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  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B0044XV7PG
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  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,765 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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I read this book from start to finish in 1 day. Vanessa E  |  27 reviewers made a similar statement
My book club tryed to read it and no one finished it but me. High Expectations  |  19 reviewers made a similar statement
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161 of 186 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the 99 cents! December 26, 2010
By A Customer
Format:Kindle Edition
I downloaded this book for my kindle mainly because the price was so cheap, and Im glad that I did! I finished the book in about 4 days. once I picked it up, I couldnt put it down! Terri does an awesome job using foreshadowing in all the right places.. and writes an ending that you will never ee coming! I highly recommend this to anyone, but I advise any strict parent to consider purchasing this as a gift for anyone under the age of about 16, as there is qite a bit of suggestive material throughout. But over all, this is a FANTASTIC book!
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67 of 76 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Overall a decent story September 5, 2011
Format:Paperback
***I received a complimentary copy in exchange for a review.

I enjoyed this story for the most part. Leah went through a series of bad decisions that put her in a spot her pride couldn't back track on. The characters were well developed and it was easy to understand the things they did for the family.

I only gave it 3 stars because I felt like at times the story wandered away from the main plot and some of the story lines were too long and unnecessary. Overall, though, I enjoyed it.
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71 of 84 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read! May 23, 2011
Format:Paperback
It's hard to believe this book was the author's debut novel. The characters and storyline kept you riveted to the book and you didn't want to put it down. Very true to life story that anyone who is raising or raised teenagers could definitely relate to and see themselves, as parents, in almost the same type of situations. I enjoyed reading about the family dynamics and how each individual's actions affect everyone in the family. Very good read! Great job Terri!
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46 of 56 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars great page-turner February 10, 2011
Format:Paperback
Wow, this book really kept me from sleeping! Once started I had to know the end!
A big compliment to the author! I guess it must be a gift to be able to `create' a book of this caliber.
Being a parent myself with, I guess I may compare myself with Zoe and Will. Do they make mistakes!! Page after page it became more obvious they don't leave Leah a chance but to run away! The grenade in her was planted long ago, it just needed a Todd or Hope to pull the pin out! How good of the author to show that even a mother whose profession it is to train other parents how to get on the right track, can make such mistakes in her private live. The frustration (especially from Will) of not living the live they wanted, is mirrored onto the kids.
I can fully recommend this book, and I hope Terri Giuliano-Long is inspired to write another book.
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Summer Read! June 5, 2011
By Emily
Format:Paperback
Holding my daughters for the first time, watching them absorb the world around them, smelling their sweet breath, I pictured a fairytale future. My vision of them held details of first steps, first boyfriends, college, marriage and eventually grandchildren. A lifetime of accomplishments mixed in with minor disappointments, disappointments that would only strengthen them to be the amazing women I know they will be. I pictured sharing this joy with my best friend and partner, my husband.

I didn't picture rampant sexual teens, drugs, drop-out coke dealing boyfriends, drunken parties or searching relentlessly for my runaway daughter. Thoughts of them failing school, insulting their team mates by quitting, or squandering a chance at college scholarships never crossed my mind. It was an impossible possibility that my older daughter could influence her younger sister to follow down a dark, dangerous road with her, causing a 12-year-old mental breakdown. My marriage could never be stripped down by the stress of raising an emotionally drowning teenager, worn thread bare, exposing gaping holes where adultery could seep in and communication lost. That could never happen to my family. Could it?

That's what Zoe and Will Tyler must have thought too, as they watched their two beautiful daughters, 12-year-old Justine and 16-year-old Leah, grow up in Terri Giuliano Long's debut novel In Leah's Wake.

"They had no idea, he and Zoe, how easy they'd had it when the girls were young."

In Leah's Wake is a dramatic contemporary novel about the average suburban family. Will and Zoe Tyler are both hard working parents trying to provide the perfect life for their children: a nice house, good schools, sports and academic enrichment.
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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars In Leah's Wake - lovely, moving, well-written October 2, 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
A wonderful job of plotting and characterization in this debut novel. Poignant, thoughtful, well-written - lots to relate to here and much to think about as the story unfolds. Ms. Long has a wonderful career ahead of her, and I look forward to her next book!
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Heavy Subject Matter but Delivered Well January 16, 2012
Format:Paperback
I took a step out of my comfort zone when I decided to read In Leah's Wake. My comfort zone is normally filled with fiction that takes me far away from real life issues. In Leah's Wake is the exact opposite of what I normally read in that it features very real life problems. When Leah Tyler trades in her straight A student, star athlete lifestyle for one of rebellion, her family and even her whole town feels the weight of her shift in behavior.

Told from the alternating perspectives of the member of Tyler family and a local police officer, the reader experiences the all sides of the story. Leah's descent into disorder begins when she meets Todd, a high school drop out and drug dealer. She falls hard for Todd and soon she begins cutting class and skipping soccer practice to be with him. He introduces her to drugs, sex, crime, and in many ways turns her against her parents. When her parents finally catch on to her behavior, they over react to point where they end up driving Leah deeper into the arms of Todd and further away from a healthy lifestyle.

When Leah's father, Will, learns of her behavior and her lousy boyfriend, he looses his temper merely upon the mention of her boyfriends name. He see Todd as the sole reason why his daughter has changed so drastically from the little girl he once knew. Although Todd has a key role in Leah's behavior, her father also pushed her too hard to be perfect. He also refuses to curb his temper when around his daughter and so the fighting becomes inevitable.

Zoe, Leah's mother, is a stark contrast to her husband behavior. In fact, she barely reacts to Leah's behavior. As a self help speaker, one would think Zoe would be an expert in correcting her daughter's misbehavior, but instead she chooses to ignore and escape.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars More Than Teenage Angst
Disclaimer: I received this book from the author in exchange for a review.

A story about a family nearly broken apart by tragedy. Read more
Published 10 days ago by winged_dreams
2.0 out of 5 stars Ho-hum
I was really hoping for something more from this book - sadly it was so "plastic" the characters never really developed into folks who could be related too. Read more
Published 11 days ago by Lynn M. Olsson
2.0 out of 5 stars boring
So anticlimactic I could cry. I ended up skimming the last 100 pages just to get through it. Don't waste your time.
Published 14 days ago by Sydney Gingell
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read for the price
I enjoyed reading this book. It wasn't a page turner that I couldn't put down, but it did hold my attention. I would recommend it as a good read and great value.
Published 1 month ago by Pamela Sullivan
4.0 out of 5 stars good read
I think I liked it! I cannot quite remember the plot, but it was recommended by the person whose choices I usually like. I am sorry to give such a "nothing" review.
Published 1 month ago by Constance Kruger , Ms
2.0 out of 5 stars Easy read but...
I found this book to be an easy read; I finished it in a few days but I was rolling my eyes the whole time. The story had potential. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jennifer Lemasters
3.0 out of 5 stars Not too bad
I thought it got quite dry in the middle and ended odd. I would read another book from this author.
Published 2 months ago by Susan L. Allmendinger
4.0 out of 5 stars How Not to Parent
Giuliano Long nails the thought process and language of a teen and pre-teen. I was captivated by her vivid and accurate portrayal of how teens think, talk, and reason. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Diana A.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great insight to family dynamics in this day and age.
I sort of was Leah, except I am from a poor family. Eventually a one parent family. Without boundaries (not that my Mom didn't try to set them), I rebelled. Continually. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lori
1.0 out of 5 stars Not my best choice.
I cannot say I enjoyed this book. It was too sappy and sad. I prefer to read old stories not this kind. My mistake.
Published 3 months ago by Dana E. Tracy
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More About the Author

Terri Giuliano Long has written marketing pieces for print and online media, edited technical articles, and written news and feature stories for numerous publications, including the Huffington Post. She lives with her family on the East Coast and teaches at Boston College. In Leah's Wake is her debut novel.

Please visit her website: www.tglong.com Or connect on her blog (www.terriglong.com/blog), Facebook (www.facebook.com/tglongwrites) or Twitter (www.twitter.com/tglong).

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