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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Amanda Swindle

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jacklyn Stone lost her husband eight months ago and she is having a hard time getting back to a normal life. Added to that, anything that can go wrong, does. With all that has happened, Jacklyn depends heavily on her two adult children (Dusty and Rose) to help her get back on track and past everything. No red flags were raised when Dusty asks to take over her power of attorney over her finances and health, nor when both of her children talks her into signing into Shore Lodge in order to rest and grieve. Seems innocent enough, right? Not so much, it soon comes to light that her children have alterior motives. Greed and money come into play, and Jacklyn finds out that Shore Lodge is not a retreat to cope and heal, but a psychiatric facility. What starts out as seemingly caring and innocent, turns out to be betrayal and deceit….from her own children. This is a very dark and twisted psychological thriller, and absolutely had me wanting to shake some sense into her children, and give her a much needed hug. 5 out of 5 stars, and highly recommended.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by La Toya Lewis

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram is a very intriguing story of a recently widowed woman and her fight to reclaim her life. Watching Jacklyn Stone fight for her life that her son Dusty Stone, has so cruelly stolen from her is absolutely heartbreaking. You experience all of her feelings of anguish and betrayal. Despite all that she has been through, Jacklyn proves to be stronger than even she thought she could be. The story is beautifully crafted and keeps you on a rollercoaster of emotions. The characters are also well-written. Dusty is vile and Jacklyn is inspiring. This story pulls you in and keeps you hooked. This is a great psychological thriller.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Rebecca Hill

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a book! This story is a psychological thriller or suspense. Jacklyn Stone is a grieving widow. Her husband died eight months earlier, and she has struggled to get her feet under her and find a new normal. Her adult children Rose and Dusty have been helping her. Jacklyn has no reason to doubt when her son asks to be her power of attorney nor when he and her daughter ask her to stay a few days at a grief facility. She never dreamed the depth of Dusty’s deception or his greed. I was shocked and disgusted that Dusty could lie and trick everyone in order to take over Jacklyn’s money and life. What Jacklyn goes through is horrific to be completely sane and to be unwillingly admitted to a psychiatric hospital. I could hardly put the book down, because I had to know what happened to Jacklyn. I was so angry with Dusty and even a little with Rose. This book is worth the time and was well written!

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Sandra (Crandomblog)

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I first heard about this book, it reminded me very strongly of myself so I quickly snagged it up. I loved the fact that I could relate to the main character so much. I like that the story was so open and honest, and the speed of the story was very comfortable for me. The only reason I didn’t straight up love it was it was told from first person point of view, which has never been a favorite of mine. The fact the main character was so relatable did make the first person writing easier to read and more relatable. I was also sick when I read this and I intend on re-reading it when I am feeling a little bit better.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Rayne East

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Kindred spirit

What an awesome read. This had me devouring every word as I related very closely with Emily. The author really understood the daily struggle someone with anxiety faces and at several times I thought she was writing about me. Aging can make people realise things about themselves and others with so much more clarity. Such a beautiful ending, I even shed a tear. This book is not to be missed. Highly recommend!

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a very relatable book. I have some similarities towards Emily. This book is highly recommended by me so people will know they not alone. That there feelings our validated. Give this book a try you won’t be disappointed.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Shannen Kern

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found this book to be incredibly relatable and felt like I was walking along Emily through the story. She’s an introvert who feels awkward, never finding her place to fit into. I think we have all been at the place in our life where we don’t answer “How are you” with a genuine answer, but a smile and avoid any real emotion. Emily feels like she doesn’t fit in and has been on a long road to self-love. I’ve never read anything by this author before, but I’m so glad I picked this one up. I recommend it highly and am looking forward to other adventures from Christine Bernard!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an emotional and inspirational story which is part truth and part fiction, as the blurb says, “this is the author’s own journey, told through a made-up world”. The storyline is about an introvert living in an extroverted world, and the main character, thirty eight year old Emily Parker still feels as awkward and anxious as she did at eighteen. However, as a young adult other people accepted this, and even reassured her that it was an expected part of growing up, and things would improve. For Emily though her insecurities have only gotten worse, and she now feels she has to hide her feelings and put on a fake smile for everyone.
She has gotten used to making excuses and avoiding situations, but when this doesn’t work she then spends more time trying not to make a fool of herself, that she never actually enjoys herself. Emily is now familiar with her ‘inner critic’, the ever present and getting louder voice telling her she doesn’t fit in, and making her worry way too much. The author writes so honestly and sensitively about real issues that many women feel, that reading this book makes you feel like your not alone. It definitely took me on an emotional rollercoaster, but it was worth it for the uplifting message that comes across in the skilful writing.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard. If ever I could relate to a book its this one. I felt every word! This is a wonderful story of Emily who is 38 and never been married. She suffers from a high functioning form of anxiety. The anxiety effects every part of her life from work, to relationships to her own view of things. Emily feels like everyone is put above her in every facet of her life. With all of her friends getting married, having kids and settling down Emily feels like she’s been left behind. Blake is newly divorced and but eager to pick back up his friendship with Emily. Blake actually has developed feelings for Emily and keeps dropping subtle hints but of course she doesn’t see them. He loves Emily for herself and doesn’t care about her faults. Will Emily finally open her eyes to love and try to accept that some people truly love her. Read this fun book to find out!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram

Shore Lodge is a wonderfully written Psychological Thriller that will grab your attention from the beginning and there’s no stopping until you finish. I found myself lost in the pages trying to figure out what was going to happen next. I had goosebumps and was on the edge of my seat throughout most of the story. This is a fairly new author to me and holy co I wasn’t prepared for what was hidden within these pages. Their style of writing along with characters that are relatable, fully developed, and raw with a slight edge made for one heck of a thrilling ride. Jacklyn is hit with grief after her husband’s death and is simply trying to get through each day. Her kids suggest a little getaway to a resort to help with her grief this is where the ultimate betrayal starts. Jacklyn finds herself fighting for her freedom while putting the pieces together. Will she get out or is she stuck there? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Kerry Carr

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this a really interesting read. I liked who the author found the courage to tell her story even through a fictional world. Her story is one of self discovery and finding self love which is very powerful. It was also emotional to read about her struggles with anxiety and how that has bothered her all of her life not just in childhood. I found that really reassuring as a person who also struggles with anxiety. It allowed me to feel like I wasn’t abnormal for still being this way into adulthood.
I found this story very emotional in parts due to being able to relate to it perfectly. Sometimes it was like the author was talking about me and my life.
The author’s writing is beautiful and the story is written in a very open and honest way which I loved. Even though fictional characters and storyline the author’s struggles and journey shone through. It was an inspirational read. And I found it comforting to know that I wasn’t the only one still struggling with anxiety even though I’m an adult.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Cindy Mayberry

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jacklyn Stone, a strong devoted mother and wife, became saddened and distraught when her husband died. Everything she worked hard for has turned to chaos. She is pretty low and struggling to get her life back on track. When her adult children convince her to go on a vacation at Shore Lodge. Vacation? Shore Lodge? I smell a couple of rats (Dusty and Rose) who have deceived her in my opinion. Jacklyn is not on a vacation! No Spoilers Here! I love a well written Psychological Thriller and this author did not disappoint. Her story is fast paced and on point. The way she built her story up was incredible. The characters were so realistic, you had to remember this is just a story, or is it? This is truly an emotional story, a roller coaster of feelings will take over as you read this psychological thriller. I look forward to continuing this series. As well as seeing just where this author takes us.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Julie Johnson

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An introspective read by an extroverted introvert…

Emily is a high functioning person with anxiety. It impacts every aspect of her life from work, friends, and relationships. Maybe that’s why she’s 38 and still single. Or maybe she truly hasn’t found “the one” just yet. She frets over things that haven’t happened yet but also won’t back down from a challenge even though her inner self is screaming to run.

This book is very relatable on so many levels. Emily’s life isn’t much different from mine or many other women that I know. The fact that this author has sprinkled a mixture of truth of her own story into the telling of Emily’s story makes this a much more inspiring read. While this is a work of fiction, there is a lot of truth and lessons that can be taken from this narrative.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book give such a raw and honest look at the author and her inner thoughts. But it also goes much further than that. It forces the reader to take a look at themselves too, taking you on the journey the authors goes through. Even if you don’t relate to every one of the struggles portrayed in this book, every person will relate to at least one of them.
The emotions are present throughout this book too. You experience them all as you read through this story and each one is effective and powerful. From the description I thought I would enjoy this book, I just didn’t expect to enjoy it quite as much as I did. This is definitely one everyone should add to their list!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Hands down one of THE BEST Psychological Thriller story I have read in a very long time. This gave me all the feels……..my heart palpitating, edge of my seat trying to figure out what comes next!!

When grief hits Jacklyn with her husbands death, she is trying to get through each day just to survive. When her two children, Dusty and Rose, recommend a retreat lodge to help Jacklyn with her grief, the ultimate betrayal happens. Greed and money is all it takes to commit Jacklyn to Shore Lodge…and it locks her down finding out it is a psychiatric facility, not just a retreat. When Jacklyn starts to slowly put the pieces together of this betrayal and fights for her freedom and life…will she succeed or just succumb to being a patient at Shore Lodge forever?

I have never disliked a character as much as I did Dusty in this book….wow…a piece of work is all I can say without giving any spoilers. I loved Jacklyn in this story, such a fighter as well as Buddy the beagle (my heart)….

If you are looking for a psychological thriller that totally engrosses you and a story you cannot put down….I HIGHLY recommend this book!!!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Kirsten Berkebile

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This book got me in my feels. Jacklyn, a recently widow, finds herself running away from a secured facility.  I mean I use to joke with my parents that I would put them in a locked facility when they got older but I never actually thought I would do it. Dusty, (Jacklyn’s son) does some horrible things to his mother which include tricking her into going to Shore Lodge. Now she has another grown child (Rose) but she isn’t aware of what her brother’s doings. Unfortunately she is also tricked (at least I believe that) into thinking that Shore Lodge is exactly where her mother needs to be. I found this book very relatable and very sad at the same time.

Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book got me in my feels. Jacklyn, a recently widow, finds herself running away from a secured facility. I mean I use to joke with my parents that I would put them in a locked facility when they got older but I never actually thought I would do it. Dusty, (Jacklyn’s son) does some horrible things to his mother which include tricking her into going to Shore Lodge. Now she has another grown child (Rose) but she isn’t aware of what her brother’s doings. Unfortunately she is also tricked (at least I believe that) into thinking that Shore Lodge is exactly where her mother needs to be. I found this book very relatable and very sad at the same time.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Lisa Helmick

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Yikes! This is a story that scares the crud out of me. I can easily see this happening. That being said…I Loved it! I have already recommended it to a few people. I easily felt empathy, anger, sadness and frustration. I was shocked at the behavior of a few of the characters and could feel the betrayal deep in my bones. The main lead impressed me with grit, determination and inner strength. I could not help but root for her with every page I turned.

This is a first time author for me. I immensely enjoyed this. The writing style kept me engaged and the story moved along at a good clip not getting caught up in unnecessary wording.
Again…highly recommend!

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Beverly Finnie

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My Inner Critic was phenomenal. Not that I don’t have a love/hate relationship towards it. But that’s not because of what the author wrote but because it made me evaluate myself in comparison to the character. As someone who lives with High Functioning Anxiety this book hit extremely close to home. I also realized that everything that drove me crazy about the character, I do myself. Though it may be a fictionalized version of the author’s story, it’s very accurate to anyone who lives with this.
Emily lives in a world where everyone’s own happiness is put above hers. Also that she sees none of the positive traits in herself that others see. Going through the motions of life, when fear/anxiety don’t get in the way is how she exists. Unfortunately she’s also at that point in life, that those closest to her are moving on. Getting married, starting families, and drifting apart, leaving her single and alone. Or is she?
Blake is single and free. Not thrilled about getting divorced but so happy to start back up The Friday Night Club with Emily. He cares for her, and he keeps dropping signs that she’s missing. She doesn’t realize he would drop anything for her. That’s Blake’s job to figure out how to navigate the field, all the while she’s trying to find herself.
Everything the author brings you is so spot on! You may go through everything the author presents to you as well, don’t use it as a trigger. Use it as a way to learn something about yourself. I feel like everyone should read this book!

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Christen Ware

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Relatable fictional story that plays off a real pet of the author, and it done very well. Using a story as a guide through this “made-up world” the reader is quick to empathize and relate more than usual. Using such a heavy topic and spinning it to come across as lighthearted while still hitting home is something of wonder. Bernard’s writing was fictional but felt so personal, it was like having a look at her (and sometimes my own) inner monologue. A good read!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping psychological thriller that I found hard to put down, this is a real page turner of a novel. Newley widowed and grieving Jacklyn Stone is struggling to stay strong, having been left bewildered following her husband’s death. Although Jacklyn is usually independent, confident and manages her garden shop, she finds her life spiralling into chaos. When her son and daughter suggest going on a brief holiday to a remote retreat, where she can grieve and heal she reluctantly agrees. However, it’s not long until she realises that the so-called retreat is actually a psychiatric facility, and now she’s checked in she can’t check out. Reeling from the shocking betrayal of her children who seem determined to keep their mother locked up, Jacklyn fights hard to establish her mental stability. I was hooked from start to finish by the tragic storyline and atmospheric setting of this novel. I really felt for the main character, Jacklyn who was a great heroine and who I felt engaged with throughout the story. I was taken on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading this immersive novel. A great read and one which I definitely recommend.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Jade Thomson

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’ve always been a fan of suspense/mystery/and thrillers. I’ve kinda lost interest in the last few years but lately I’ve been giving them a try again and now I remember why they’re so addicting! This was a good thriller. The only real issue I had with the book was the writing seems disconnected sometimes- which could be intentional for the book and I’m just a picky brat- but I’ve never read anything else by the author so I have nothing to compare it too. Other than that(l? Great. Loved the plot. Hated the characters. (In the best way!!) Some suspense/mystery/thrillers are predictable- but this one kept me guessing!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Diane Sennett

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

When I read the synopsis of this novel, I was intrigued. While for the most part I enjoyed this book, I struggled with finishing it. However, I did and while I found the ending to be tied up too neatly; I did enjoy how well-written the characters were. Although this book didn’t resonate with me, I would still recommend it.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Kayla Kearney

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me on the edge of my seat from the very start! I was definitely impressed at how seamlessly the transitions from character to character were, with most chapters changing the point of view of the story one after the other. The story focuses on the story of Jacklyn after suddenly losing her husband at the beginning of the story, from what her experience is to what others around her can observe. Upon moving into Shore Lodge at the behest of her children, her life is thrown through a loophole, and I enjoyed watching her reactions to the events around her as she also learned to manage her own issues. I can’t wait to read more by this author!

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Kayla Kearney

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Anyone with anxiety, self esteem issues and self love issues needs to read this book! From the very beginning I was thinking to myself, do I have a stalker? This book was spot on for so many of my anxieties and self love issues, to a point that it was somewhat therapeutic for me to read. As an author myself, I’ve always wondered what it would be like to write about my life, but after reading this, I no longer have to wonder! This is the first book I’ve read by this author but it certainly won’t be the last!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Kerry Baker

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really well-written and intriguing story that is full of twists and turns from start to finish. This is one of those books that truly feels like it could go any way, at any time. I thought the author did a great job of pulling you into the story and making you want to see how it would all play out. I thought the dynamic between all the characters was really well done. They all played their part perfectly and fit into the overall story with ease.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought the book was easy to get into and it kept my attention from the first page to the last. I am looking forward to reading more of this author in the future.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Darla Yocom

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is described as a psychological thriller and that is exactly what this author created. Initially the story starts with a sad story regarding the main character, Jacklyn Stone, losing her true love, her husband of many years, her rock. She deals with the aftermath of his passing that most of us would struggle with if put into this situation, including the fact that she finds that her husband made a number of questionable decisions related to their financing. Due to this fact, she will be unable to sell their business since she will be forced to recoup the money taken from their savings.

While Jacklyn is riddled with grief, which is expected, she finds that she sometimes struggles to remember things like the placement of her keys, her last name, etc. Her two children, a son named Dusty and a daughter named Rose, are very concerned for her well being. Therefore, they decide to look into a medical facility that could assist their mom in the grieving process and help her deal with latest struggles.

When Dusty and Rose present her with the opportunity to stay at a nice retreat that helps grieving widows/widowers, Jacklyn is not immediately receptive. After a bit of convincing and assurance that she will only stay a few days, she agrees to a few days of extra rest and relaxation. This is when readers learn of the Shore Lodge, where nothing is quite what it seems. Quickly Jacklyn realizes that her children were not very forthcoming or truthful with the details surrounding her stay and she finds herself in a scary and dangerous situation.

Readers will commiserate with Jacklyn and her situation. Anyone dealing with an abrupt change in circumstances could understand why such an aggressive response should be expected in this situation due to the overwhelming feelings of helplessness. Thankfully the main character is stronger than even she expected and has a lot of fight left in her as she deals with the heartbreaking betrayal and struggle for control over her life again. All she wants is to return to her own home and continue to own/run her impressive and successful garden store.

I enjoyed this book from the get go and it made me internally question what I would do if I were ever in this situation. I think readers will enjoy this book as well while trying to determine how this story will end with so many twists and turns.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Katrina Evanochko

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

While Jacklyn’s story is fiction, I truly believe situations like this happen to people, and that is a terrifying thought. The author did a great job showing Jacklyn’s thoughts and how easy it would be to give into despair. Her moments of questioning her own sanity were heartbreaking. I wish there were more consequences for the perpetrators, but that is also probably true to life as it is likely difficult to prove people are admitted unnecessarily.

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by katie stapleton

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This thriller cleverly tackles a serious topic – elder abuse. The story focuses on a woman taken to an institution by her kids and left there with no way out and hardly anyone to believe in her sanity. The author does a masterful job of entrenching the reader in the hopelessness of her plight, and you cannot help but keep reading to see if everything turns out alright. The most heartbreaking thing for me was the fact that her son surrendered her dog to a shelter… my pets are my world and I would never forgive someone who did such a thing. There were aspects of realism, fantasy, and drama. Definitely recommend!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Ashley McMillon

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a super easy read and EVERY page was riveting! I found myself getting spooked by the imagery from the author! I felt like I was right there at Shore Lodge with her fighting for my own freedom! This story was one that while reading I felt like the author was able to make the story quite realistic. I was surprised at the ending! This was a GREAT GREAT book to read. I look forward to reading more thrillers from this author and others like her!

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Angela Hayes

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

3.5 Stars

 

My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard turned out to be quite an interesting read. Knowing that it is the authors own story told through a make-believe world, made this all the more engaging.
A women’s fiction story that has so many relatable details that touched close to home for me. Facing anxiety, insecurity, the feeling of not quite fitting in, worrying over everything, and spending way too long listening to the harsh opinion of the ‘inner critic’. This proved to be touching and thought-provoking!
“Part love story, part self-love story.
Part truth, Part fiction.”
Well worth the read!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Christine Bernard!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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