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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Jennie M Bechtel

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book! I especially loved the characters in this story. I could relate most to Julie’s character. Having experienced burnout as a mother and wife, I could sympathize with what she was experiencing. I was amused by her addiction to diet cola as caffeine and motherhood often go hand and hand. I had mixed feeling about Michael’s character. At first, I didn’t like him, but warmed up to him by the end of the book. The twin girls remind me of my own teenage daughter. I wasn’t prepared for the emotional roller coaster I experienced while reading this book. Sometimes I cried, sometimes I laughed, but always I wanted to read more of this family’s story. I definitely recommend this book and look forward to reading more from this author in the future!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Stephanie Robb

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a hard-hitting family drama, with well-developed characters that felt unbelievably real. The author has fantastic writing and world-building skills. The story is heartfelt and broke my heart. It studies, grief, love, and loss so realistically.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Ashley McMillon

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My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5522077046″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
White picket fences is a book written from the point of view of a mother who has seen since very tragic times in her life! Julie does all she can throughout this great book to help her family heal from the tragedy they faced – and also relieve her guilty conscience from that fateful day. I loved Julie from the moment I met her in the first chapter, and the author pens a heartfelt story on this book you won’t want to miss. By the end I only wanted to know so much more about their family!
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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Mandy Ott

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kyle Ann Robertson’s White Picket Fences is a hit to the heart for anyone struggling to feel appreciated and valued by those around them. White Picket Fences is a tale about Julie, a wife and mother of 3. Julie struggles with feeling underappreciated and taken for granted by her family. She must come to terms with a new normal after the unexpected death of a child while dealing with the guilt of still feeling like she is being taken for granted. As a mother, I often put the needs of my child before my own. Even before I had my daughter, I was always the one taking care of others. I can relate to Julie’s feelings of not being appreciated. Kyle Ann Robertson takes a topic most don’t discuss but many feel and puts it out in the open for all to see. With great world building and loveable, eerily realistic characters, White Picket Fences is a must-read for fans of family and women’s fiction or anyone struggling to feel less alone in their thoughts.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Nina Maes

This book was amazing! Strong character’s, storyline is relatable at all levels. I could not put it down, it will draw you in. At some points you feel like you personally know the main character, like she is one of your friends or a neighbor. I recommand this book this any and all, who just want to read a amazing story.

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was amazing! Strong character’s, storyline is relatable at all levels. I could not put it down, it will draw you in. At some points you feel like you personally know the main character, like she is one of your friends or a neighbor. I recommand this book this any and all, who just want to read a amazing story.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Shannen Kern

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first book from this author and what a marvelous rollercoaster of emotions it was. It’s always unnerving yet validating when someone can seemingly peer into your life with their own experiences, and that’s exactly what Kyle Ann Robertson did. I feel like a lot of people are focused on telling others what a blessing motherhood is, which while true it does ignore the less glamorous side of it. I feel like every mother would tell you the same as well. Our main character, Julie, has spent her entire adult life ensuring that her kids know what home sweet home should feel like. She spends all of her time providing unconditional love and a myriad of duties for her family which all go unnoticed. Then the family unit must deal with a devastating loss together and somehow find their new normal without growing apart from grief. I highly recommend reading this book as it encapsulates motherhood, grief, and hope. You won’t be disappointed if you give it a chance!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Rebecca Hill

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, this book was so good. It was emotional; it was fast paced; it was relatable as a mom; it was all the things. A lot of feelings that a mom has, both good and bad, are expressed so well. The main character is Julie. As we all want more for our children, she wants her children to have what she did not. As a mom, Julie also struggles with losing who she is as a person. This book is well written and worth the time and the money.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Jennifer Ramos

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Being a mom myself and experiencing many of the emotions and obstacles that Julie is facing just drew me more into this story. Julie is dealing with the everyday motherhood getting her kids ready for their days, dealing with her husband, working, but tragedy hits and she is grieving over the sudden loss of her youngest son, Curtis. Through all the obstacles and challenges, Julie has to redefine herself and find purpose through all these changes.As I kept reading on this novel, I was also draw to the author’s words as she is mentally depicting the language that would have been used in my thoughts during my daily excursions. Must read for mothers who can relate!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Ashley Westerman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was great, so easy to relate too. The author has a wonderful writing style and it’s easy to feel the emotions she was describing throughout. Easy read, keeps you engaged the whole time, and I would recommend this to others. Great Story, I am so glad I got a chance to read this, I hope others take the opportunity to feel “seen” also. I would definitely recommend it!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a heartwarming and at times heartbreaking read, which had me captivated from start to finish. This heartfelt family drama centres around Julie, who having had a transitory upbringing as a ‘military brat’, is determined to provide her own children with a sense of home and stability. Julie never had a hometown and so makes sure that her children are brought up in one forever home, however she didn’t expect to feel so fenced in! Julie suffers with feelings of invisibility, underappreciation, and being taken for granted by her family, whilst having unconditional love for them. When a tragic loss occurs Julie feels guilt for not being there for her family on that fateful day, which results in her being more overprotective of her husband and daughters, and ultimately pushing them away. This is an emotional read, and I felt really immersed in the storyline and engaged with the characters, due to the authors wonderful writing style.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Nicole Thompson

“White Picket Fences” by Kyle Ann Robertson is a stunning masterpiece that I couldn’t put down. From the moment I picked up the book, I was transported into a world of complex characters, powerful emotions, and vivid settings that left me feeling deeply satisfied.

Robertson has an incredible ability to weave a complex narrative that effortlessly incorporates a range of themes, including love, family, friendship, and self-discovery. Each chapter was carefully crafted with precise language and a deep understanding of human psychology, which made it impossible to put the book down.

One of the things that stood out to me the most about “White Picket Fences” was the authentic voice that Robertson used throughout the book. The characters felt like real people with unique experiences, perspectives, and flaws. They were multidimensional and often surprised me with their actions, making the story all the more exciting and unpredictable.

Overall, I would highly recommend “White Picket Fences” to anyone who loves beautifully crafted stories that tackle important themes with nuance and depth. It is a truly five-star book that I know I will be recommending to all of my friends and family. Kyle Ann Robertson is a gifted author who I will be keeping my eye on in the future.

White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Melissa Fink

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

White Picket Fence was an awesome book and a great read! It was about what Mothers/wives go through. I felt like it was a faced pace book. The world building and characters was really good. I love the authors writing style. While I was reading the book, I felt like I was in the story and I could relate to it.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Megan Conley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very emotional book for me because I felt like the author looked into my life and wrote everything down. But it made me feel validated because as mothers and wives we often don’t get “seen” and that’s what Robertson does with this book…she sees you. I highly recommend this book. It often left me speechless because I just had a hard time believing that someone else could put into words what I had felt before. Truly amazing.

Reviewed by @meggs1717

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Kristan Anderson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson was a good story. Sometimes as a mom we lose ourselves along the way. Wanting only the best for our children and always putting them first. But we still matter. This story reminds us that it’s okay to find ourselves again. Grief is difficult and can definitely open your eyes or close them to what’s going on around you. I definitely connected to Julie and truly appreciate how Kyle wrote the story. Being able to feel oneself in a character makes the story that much better. I enjoyed the book and thought it was a wonder debut for this author.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story was so immensely easy to connect with and I loved reading every second of it. The author really managed to capture what mothers go through, the feelings and emotions that that overwhelm them on a daily basis. I engaged with the story and the main character and found the whole book to be fantastic.
This is a completely new author to me and I went into this blind. I didn’t know what to expect going in and I loved what I got. I am already looking forward to seeing what else this author has to offer.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved the story overall…. the beginning and ending are fast-paced and excellently written; the middle drags a little. Loved the characters- I grew to love all of them. For tackling tough subjects (death, marital issues), the story was heart wrenching at times.

I enjoyed the format of the story (current times then flash backs to the incident with Curtis), and felt all the minor characters were needed to keep the story flowing. I would read a sequel to this book if one was written.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by La Toya Lewis

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson is a heartbreaking story of Julie; a mom that has done her best to give her family the perfect life that she did not have. After Julie has one moment of weakness, her world falls apart. This was such a beautifully written story. I was able to relate to Julie so completely and my heart broke for her as she was enduring the events of the book. All the characters are very believable and it was very moving to see how they also endured their struggles. A very good story!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
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White Picket Fences is a wonderfully written Contemporary women’s Fiction about love, loss ,and self discovery. I felt this to my soul as I’ve been struggling lately with many different emotions that go along with change brought on by many different things. I related to Julie and how she didn’t know who she is anymore. My heart ached for her and her family as they all were trying to find their new normal. Sometimes we carry the weight of the world on our shoulders without realizing the effect it will have on us and those around us. This story struck home for me on so many levels. It helped me to realize I need to makes some changes myself and need to be not so hard on myself about things out of my control. Id recommend having some kleenex close by as you read this story of a moms guilt and discovering herself after tragedy strikes her family. I could go on and on about this but I won’t. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was only 12 pages in and already I was identifying with the characters …..from loss and grief to fighting kids and kids waiting till the last minute to drop a bombshell of things being needed 🙈

Sometimes while reading this I couldn’t help but wonder if there was a hidden camera somewhere , because it really felt like a carbon copy of my home life 🤣🙈

There is also hope in hopelessness which is so beautiful , I think back to when Curtis’s room had to be sorted , all the things that had to be sorted and packed and in doing so they made new memories ….

There’s so much about this book actually ❣️📚it’s one of those that moves you , it will haunt you when you done and it makes you feel again and again and it’s one of those reads you’ll go back and read again and you’d want to share it with anyone who comes your way 😉❣️📚

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a beautiful tale of grief and self-discovery. Julie grew up a military brat and longed for the life she now lived in her forever home with her husband and kids. However, the walls start closing in when tragedy strikes. Julie has to find her way through being unavailable for her family on an important day. When she tries to hold her family closer, she creates a distance that ultimately leaves her feeling alone and unwanted. All she wants to do is make it right, but what will that look like for her in the end?

I finished this book in a day! I could not put it down as I was tangled more and more in Julie’s web. This tale will resonate with mothers worldwide. Julie’s emotional journey is one that I can relate to, and I know others will as well. I laughed with her and cried for her as if I were living her life too. As we get deeper into her story, the complexity of her character is beautifully displayed as she tries her best to find her place within the family. The vivid details and supporting characters bring the story to life. I imagined Julie’s world and could picture each scene as the words flew off of the pages. I am humbled and warmed by this beautiful story that I am thankful to have read!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Jennifer Allen

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story could have been written about my life. I felt all the emotions that Juie felt. I’m actually still feeling the emotions. Being a wife and mother is hard enough without having to deal with death and so many other emotions. If you love heartfelt stories, then this is the book for you.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

White Picket Fences was a wonderful book, that kept me engaged start to finish. I was hesitant to read it, but kept coming back to it. I finally decided to take the chance, and I am so glad I did. I immediately was drawn in, and related to Julie. While I have not gone through the same struggles as her, I think many of her feelings are common among many mothers. The author did a great job of developing the story, and the characters. They were all very relatable and felt real. Their feelings and actions were very realistic and well written. Julie has been a mom for half of her life, and is struggling to re-discover who SHE is as a person, not as a mom or wife. And I 100% get that, been there! I enjoyed seeing all sides of the situation, not just Julie herself. We got a taste of how her kids, husband, and friends felt and handled the situation. The author jumped back and forth in the timeline, slowly uncovering the events of one fateful day. The transition was smooth and clear. I never once felt like I was missing valuable information, as it was revealed in a timely manner. My one complaint is the ending. I felt like the story was not resolved, and I wanted it to continue further. I wanted to see what happens next- for Julie, Michael and the girls. Highly recommend this book and would love to read more by the author.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Vanessa Watts

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As a former military brat I understand the transient lifestyle we were forced to lead and how it impacted my decisions as an adult as well. Until I married a military man and we have done our best to keep our girls in the same area. The same school system and maintain the same friends for as long as they last here, it is a huge military area. The sense of always giving of yourself and receiving very little in return is a hard life to lead and continually pushes you to want more.

That is what Ju;lie is experiencing, the life of motherhood is not an easy one and oftentimes very lonely. Julie decides she needs to give her kids the childhood she never had. That is until tragedy strikes and they lose someone within their inner circle. Julie tries to tighten the reins on everyone in the family to ensure their safety but in turn only ends up punching them away. Will they ever be able to move past the tragedy or will their family dynamic be the next one?

This is a story about a mother’s love, sacrifice, and the decisions we make that alter our lives forever whether that be good or bad. As someone who has walked some of that life and dealt with guilt that eats at your very soul this book was well written in a way that showcases not only the power of a mother’s love but the strength, perseverance, and survival that goes along with it. I will be recommending this book to others that may connect as deeply as I did to Julie!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

White Picket Fences is a poignant women’s fiction story by Kyle Ann Robertson. This family drama is an emotion infused story of motherhood and marriage and is a family portrait of love, loss, guilt, challenges, complexities, self-examination, family dynamics, self-discovery, and more.
Julie Cahill’s transient childhood left her yearning for stability and a place to call home that came with permanent roots. Now with a family of her own, Julie ensures her children to have the experiences she never did. So intent on keeping her dream of home, family, and belonging blossoming that Julie begins to lose herself in the process. Then feelings of guilt cause her to hold on so tightly, that she inadvertently causes a discordant spiral to ripple through her family. Her dreams begin to crumble, and what happens makes for a relatable and heartfelt read.
Looking forward to exploring more of Ms. Robertson’s works in the future.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Kyle Ann Robertson!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Francis Ball

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved this book, it keep me engaged, and as a mother and wife, I felt connected to Julie. I completely understand the feeling of being taken for granted, and feeling invisible, like you really matter until you aren’t there to care for their needs, I relate to being boxed in or at least feeling that way and like there is not enough time for everything especially time to chase your owns dreams. I felt all the emotions and would definitely recommend this book to anyone, it is a great heartfelt story, and well written to draw you in and keep you in.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Tonya Merritt

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The story kicks you right in your feelings at the start. A story of taking things for granted and losing your place when you think you are inadequate. As a mother and wife it stirs a lot of things inside you when reading White Picket Fences. Heartbreak and closure in one small book. Guilt ridden, Jules is trying to get her life back together after the tragedy. A great read, that I would recommend not reading in public if you cry easily.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Christine Baranek

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

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This is such a beautifully written contemporary women’s fiction story. It is wrought with complex family drama. I think that the drama and the emotions are those that many women can really relate to. This looks at the pieces of a puzzle in a marriage, in a family and how many times women struggle to see where they fit. Also, it looks at the point where the person in the mirror is not someone you recognize anymore. The main character throughout this struggles with not knowing herself anymore. She is struggling to see herself and who she is. Things begin to crumble around her and that’s when the story really begins. I definitely cannot recommend this story enough!

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Julie grew up in a military family and as a military brat found herself moving from place to place. Nothing in her life was ever permanent and she vowed that when she had a family of her own, they would never experience a life like that. Julie worked hard to achieve that goal and when she got married with kids of her own she ensured that they had a forever home, in a forever neighborhood, complete with forever friends. Going through the motions she did everything for her family to make the best life possible for them but somewhere in the process she not only lost her sense of self but felt trapped in the life she created.

Julie finds herself feeling as though her family takes her granted and does not appreciate what she does for them. In a moment of weakness, Julie does something out of character and takes a moment to herself. That one moment changes everything and when her family needs her the most, she is not there for them. Her life and everything she worked so hard to create suddenly starts to spiral out of control when she loses her young son. Overwhelmed by grief, guilt, and thoughts of what-if, Julie finds herself struggling to keep her family together. The harder she tries, the farther she seems to drive them away.

This was a beautiful and poignant story that had me reaching for the box of Kleenex more than once. Julie’s story is one that will resonate with many women who have experienced similar situations. As a wife and mother, we often overlook our own needs and focus on those of our family. We do everything we can to keep them happy and show them that we love them through the things we do everyday. Cooking them their favorite meal, keeping a clean home, and ensuring everything is perfect. In the process we often feel as though we go unnoticed, feel taken for granted, and feel unappreciated. We lose our sense of self and no longer identify as anything other than who we are when we are with them.

In Julie’s case she struggled with all of this while simultaneously dealing with the sudden loss of a child. She was already feeling a discord in her family life and this tragedy only caused a farther rift between the family. Each member of the family is dealing with the loss in a different way, and they start to drift apart. Suddenly everything Julie holds dear to her is being ripped away from her and she risks losing it forever. This was beautifully written, and I felt as though I was reading Julie’s personal diary about her innermost thoughts and feelings.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson. I loved this book. I could really relate to it. Its the story of Julie Cahill who is a Army Brat so she knows what its like to move all the time. She knows what its like to not know anyone in school so she was determined not to do that to her kids. While her marriage seems perfect she is left feeling unappreciated and unloved. She is a great mom and she has given her life 100% to her kids so she is left feeling like a stranger with her husband. Clinging to her kids even more after a horrible tragedy she smothers her kids only to cause permanent damage. Will she lose her husband and kids? This book is so full of emotion and tragedy and the life that’s left after that tragedy. Please keep tissues close by and be prepared to read until you are done with this great book.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a really interesting read. I really loved this author’s writing. It felt like the author’s writing was describing my life in parts. As a mother I know the feeling of losing yourself when you have kids. You do everything you can to protect and support your kids that in the process you lose yourself and the relationships you had before the kids came along.
Julie Cahill has tricky life growing up. She was always on the move never staying for long periods of time in one place she never felt like she was settled or that a place was home. She vowed that her own children wouldn’t grow up that way.
Fast forward and her family are dealing with a sudden loss. No parent imagines they will have to bury their child. Now the whole family are dealing with this loss, Julie’s relationship with her husband is suffering and she is trying to hold on tighter to her girls to protect them like she couldn’t protect her son.
Julie is battling grief because the one time she did something to rediscover herself was the same day the accident happened and Curtis was taken away from the family.
This is a story of love, grief, loss of a loved one and loss of yourself and about rediscovery. It is a very heartwarming and moving story and there is definately parts that I could relate to.

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