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#1 Amazon bestseller from award-winning author Aimee Alexander.

An uplifting novel of love, tough choices and the triumph of the human heart.

Jenny Dempsey's little boy, Charlie, is starting school. The world seems to be opening up for them both. Then, fate steps in. When Charlie becomes ill, single mom, Jenny is forced to confront her past and all that she has turned from. She will do anything for Charlie... but will it be enough?

'Nicholas Sparks watch out,' bestselling author, Suzy Duffy.

Length: 312 pages	Word Wise: Enabled	Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled
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'Entwines the threads of mystery, plot and character into a compelling yarn that charms and chills - but always captivates.' EVENING HERALD

'A moving story of a mother's love and a woman's personal development.' IMAGE

'The author fizzes through the pages, bringing out the positive in tragic events and manages to inject humour and pace, as well as empathy, into a harrowing topic.' IRISH INDEPENDENT

'Could only have been written by a woman who loves children and their ways because the dialogue so authentically captures the child's voice and personality.' EVENING HERALD

'Given that this is a cancer journey and the sufferer is a wonderful, energetic little four-year-old boy then this could be a tough read. But the skill of the author brings us along this path with skill, compassion, knowledge and a gritty sense of humour as Jenny, the single mother of Charlie, slowly comes to terms with her son's diagnosis. We get to know and love Charlie. The writing is direct and very much on the pulse - the medical information is delivered skillfully without slowing the story which also highlights Jenny's past and the consequences of a night she's never been able to forget. As Charlie struggles through his illness, his cocky sense of humour never falters. The dialogue is authentic; you can hear his voice in your head as you read. In these most difficult of circumstances can romance raise its head and dare to hope? Can lost relationships be repaired, regained? Read Pause to Rewind and travel that journey with Charlie. You will not be disappointed. Highly recommended.' BESTSELLING AUTHOR, LAURA ELLIOT

'Five Stars.' BESTSELLING AUTHOR CLARE DOWLING

'Once I started this book, I knew I wouldn't stop until I finished it. It's been a while since I read a book that drew me in straight away and held me there until the end. The book is beautifully written with wonderfully drawn characters and realistic dialogue that flows wonderfully. The author deals with some very big issues and does so with compassion, honesty and attention to detail. A mother's love is central to the story and I don't mind saying there were tears! But there's also humour mixed with the sadness which in my opinion makes the book such an accomplished and enjoyable read. One of my favourite books of the year.' BESTSELLING AUTHOR, MARIA DUFFY

'With crisp, gorgeous writing, this is an incredible story about hope and a mother's love. I cried but also laughed - a lot. The book is set in Dublin's Glenageary but it wasn't just the area that kept reminding me of Maeve Binchy. Alexander clearly loves people-watching; she has them down to a tee. And her dialogue is the best I've ever read. BESTSELLING AUTHOR, NIAMH O'CONNOR

'This was an exceptionally well-written story. It tore my heart in two and then put it together again. Small cast, huge story. Nicholas Sparks watch out. Highly recommend you read this book.' BESTSELLING AUTHOR, SUZY DUFFY

About the Author

Aimee Alexander is the pen name of best-selling, award-winning, Irish author Denise Deegan who writes contemporary family dramas about ordinary people who become extraordinary in crisis.

She lives in Dublin with her family where she regularly dreams of sunshine, a life without cooking and her novels being made into movies. She has a Masters in Public Relations and has been a college lecturer, nurse, china restorer, pharmaceutical sales rep, public relations executive and entrepreneur.

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Product details

Publication Date : October 17, 2014
File Size : 2658 KB
Word Wise : Enabled
Print Length : 312 pages
Enhanced Typesetting : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Simultaneous Device Usage : Unlimited
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
ASIN : B00ON8JYYI
Language: : English
Lending : Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #55,490 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #143 in Medical Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #301 in British & Irish Literary Fiction
- #836 in Romance Literary Fiction

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This one is a keeper.

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2014

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I am a reader. Many of you can relate to that. I have gotten pickier about what I read as I've gotten older, but I'm also careful with my money. For that reason, I peruse the "free" Kindle best sellers fairly often because I read a LOT of books. I read many freebies on my Kindle -- sometimes they are so bad that I can't finish them, but for the most part, I plod through the books that I choose. Every once in awhile I find a book that is a "winner", and this is one of them. The story revolves around a single mom with a young son who becomes seriously ill. It's written in 1st person, so the reader feels every emotion that the main character feels. I loved the story, the characters, the interactions and the ending. Do yourself a favor and get this book. I love it when a book draws me into the story and leaves me feeling great at the end. Thank you Aimee Alexander. I will be looking for more of your books.

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Linda Brooks

An Extraordinary Family Journey

Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2015

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I started reading "Pause to Rewind" hot off the heels of a murder mystery/thriller, and at first I thought this book would be too "every day" and unexciting to keep my interest. I quickly realized how wrong I was when Jenny's son's health problems first became apparent. Jenny, the main character is a journalist who now writes a weekly column from home. Fortunately for her and her 4 year old son, Charlie, she is financially able to get by on this and some rental income and is able to provide a modestly comfortable life for the two of them. The fascinating thing about this book is the way Jenny's past is gradually revealed, bit by bit. Every aspect of Jenny's life seems to interweave with others, including the role of Charlie's oncologist, Dr. Simon Grace, Jenny's parents and Jenny's former fiance, Dave. Jenny displays an almost superhuman ability to help Charlie through the various states of what can only be described as a disease with a limitless capacity for hope followed by crushing disappointments. As each new character is introduced, including her new babysitter, Debbie, her new and incredibly devoted friend, Mary, her employer, Jack, Dave's new fiancee, Fiona, and Jenny's parents, as well as peripheral characters Jenny meets in the hospital, I felt I knew each person. The book is written in the first person, and Jenny is unflinchingly honest with herself. I found myself agonizing along with her over the best choice to make for her own future and the future of Charlie. The ending is everything I was hoping for, and the last chapter, the Prologue, was so perfect I hated to see the book end. This is a very talented author, and I look forward to reading more of her work. This is a book for anyone who has children, anyone who has ever been in love or disappointed in love, anyone who is a parent and anyone who has parents. It shows that the heartbreak and disappointment of today can be washed away tomorrow, and that friends and a firm sense of purpose can bless your life in unexpected ways. All you need is to believe.

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Brenda

Love finds a way

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2017

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I would give this one a Perfect 10 if I had that option. I loved Jenny, Simon and even Dave. So many lives entangled around a little 4 year old who has leukemia. Set in Britain and with the English spelling of things makes no difference to me. I absolutely loved this story and learned a bit more about leukemia than I did before. Love had a way of finding a way, if the doors are open. Oh yes, I was a bit mad at Simon, and then at Dave and then just happy it all worked out. Some how I knew it would. Great love story. Highly recommend.

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N.C.

Being a Mom

Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2015

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I knew going into this book, I'd probably cry.... especially since I'm a Mom. I didn't realize though, that I'd cry pretty much for 3/4 of the book nonstop. I'm tearing up now, just thinking about it. Does that mean you should run the other way, and not read it? NEVER!!!! This book was eye opening and I couldn't put it down. I cannot imagine watching your child suffer through leukemia or cancer, or other life altering diseases. My own kiddo is special needs, and there have been times I've cried, screamed, and wanted to run away. Being a parent is never easy, but the hardest thing is when your kiddo is suffering. I'm so glad I read this book, because I know that if Aimee Alexander is the author I'm going to learn something, and that it's going to be a topic that most authors avoid, due to the overwhelming emotion. The only tip I can give, is don't be like me, and start the book at six at night, because you won't sleep til it's done.... To all you parents who have been through a debilitating disease with your kiddo, you're my hero, and I pray for you all... I'm also going to look into being a marrow donor now. Thanks Ms. Alexander for taking on the tough subjects, you're writing is brilliant!!

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BJ G

Mixed emotions

Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2018

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When I first considered downloading this book, I debated whether or not I wanted to read about a sick child. How can that be anything but sad, and it is. I so admire the author's knowledgeable writing about leukemia and she has apparently done extensive research into the little boy's sickness. The mother's strength in her ability to provide the support and love her child needs is very touching. I have a dear friend fighting this condition and know it is devastating. I don't want any spoilers here so will just say I was glad the way this author ended the story. Recommend highly.

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Shannon

Enjoyable Read

Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2017

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The author's writing style is not quite to my preference, but that is just a personal glitch. Once I got past that enough to focus on the actual story I found that I enjoyed it. Reading about sickness and death, especially when a child is involved usually brings tears. However, the author skillfully tells the story without making it hard to read.

That said, there are page numbering issues that did bother me. I am not sure how many pages this story actually is, but it is not 311 pages. MANY pages throughout the entire book have the same page numbers as one before them.

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Lynda Kelly

5 Stars If Not For Silly Mistakes

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 22, 2014

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I really liked this and if not for the silly errors peppered throughout I'd have given it 5 stars. I almost gave up quite near the start as they were becoming extremely tiresome though I'm pleased I stuck with it.
The cover drew me in initially. Hope she keeps it as it's a really nice one and eyecatching too.
It's a very good story-not an especially new idea but still held my interest throughout and I enjoyed it. Despite the main story there are some highly amusing remarks and little asides in it along with the more intensely sad sections.
However, the mistakes DO let the side down horribly. A lot of missing words like to/with or in/of
No used instead of now, mums instead of kids (!!), my and not by, quite a lot of dropped speechmarks/fullstops too. Then misused apostrophes which for most of the book were right so she knows how to use them properly and just didn't in places which is irritating. We had too used when to was meant and you're not your. All basic stuff.
THEN at one point a whole paragraph appeared which I believe appeared in the wrong place altogether....because till it appeared we'd not been introduced to Elaine (as we were later on) and it really confused me and was extremely baffling !! Not quite sure what happened there. I Googled a wafer and I'm none the wiser-I assume some sort of yoga mat ? Fozzie was wrongly spelt Fossie every time it was used. Then we hear about a kid called Alan who morphed into Adam then reverts back to Alan. That's just a bit sloppy to me.
All this said I'd certainly read another by her and hope her editor pays better attention next time !

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Celia Carlile

Poignant, informative and inspiring.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 1, 2014

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Aimee Alexander's book 'Pause to Rewind' is gripping from beginning to end. I read the whole 290 pages in two days.

I'd like to tell you what the book is about because it was so well researched by the author that it could be very helpful to parents dealing with this problem. However, as other reviewers haven't done so I'm reluctant to synopsise the story.

Let me just say that Jenny Dempsey, a single Mum, estranged from her mother, accidentally meets Dr. Simon Grace, who knows a secret that neither of them would care to remember. Jenny is strong, determined and a wonderful mother. Charlie, her five year old son is adorable.

Aimee Alexander's writing style is fast, energetic, unreserved and she knows how to lure readers into her stories. The book is engaging on many levels. It has humour, sadness, romance, some spirituality, resentment, conflict and redemption.

If you like a good story you won't be disappointed.

4 people found this helpful

Amanda Sayer

Pause to Rewind

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 16, 2019

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Jenny is a single mum, she has a broken engagement with her fiancé Dave, has fallen out with her parents and had a night in a hotel room which she is trying to forget. Her son is diagnosed with leukaemia and Jenny is forced to confront her past because she will do anything for Charlie.
A book that drew me in from the very first page. There were a few mistakes in the writing but they didn’t stop me from enjoying the book.

Maria

One of my favourite books of the year!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2014

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Once I started this book, I knew I wouldn't stop until I finished it. It's been a while since I read a book so quickly but Aimee Alexander drew me in straight away and held me there until the end. The book is beautifully written, with wonderfully drawn characters and realistic dialogue that flows wonderfully. The author deals with some very big issues and does so with compassion, honesty and attention to detail. A mother's love is central to the story and I don't mind saying there were tears! But there's also humour mixed with the sadness which in my opinion, makes the book such an accomplished and enjoyable read. One of my favourite books of the year.

3 people found this helpful

A very good storyline, well written.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 29, 2019

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As a nurse who has cared for children with leukaemia I was very impressed by the way the author conveyed the emotions felt by the lead character, and covered the practical issues associated with long-term hospitalisation. I thought the characters were believable although the ending was a little predictable.
I look forward to reading more by this author