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Life, Loss and Love: A Memoir - Captivating and Inspirational
Overcome your past, improve your present, and believe in your future.What if you can overcome painful circumstances? Imagine finding inspiration and hope through difficulties.
Spanning three generations, author Susan Nicholson has written an honest account of her life which is both compelling in its authenticity and deeply moving in the sheer amount of challenges she has faced.
This is the inspiring true story of one woman's journey into the pain of depression, suicide, an unpredicted progressing disease, the joy and unbreakable bonds of family, and discovering faith that changed her life forever.
Buy your copy of this incredible true story and begin your own journey into an inspired, hopeful future.
Spanning three generations, author Susan Nicholson has written an honest account of her life which is both compelling in its authenticity and deeply moving in the sheer amount of challenges she has faced.
This is the inspiring true story of one woman's journey into the pain of depression, suicide, an unpredicted progressing disease, the joy and unbreakable bonds of family, and discovering faith that changed her life forever.
Buy your copy of this incredible true story and begin your own journey into an inspired, hopeful future.
233 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 15, 2020
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June 21, 2020
Wonderful
This book is really heart warming and heart braking at the same time! It's a true story and that made me fall in love with it more. this woman's struggles through her life are huge! yet she takes each one down and always picks her self up in the process, she is brave, strong and it honestly makes me want to fight harder each day.
This book is really heart warming and heart braking at the same time! It's a true story and that made me fall in love with it more. this woman's struggles through her life are huge! yet she takes each one down and always picks her self up in the process, she is brave, strong and it honestly makes me want to fight harder each day.
June 11, 2020
TRULY INSPIRATIONAL!
A true story and well worth reading! This author writes from her heart and is creative, brilliant in a ingenious way of solving complex relational issues. I admired how generous and vulnerable Susan was in allowing her readers to journey with her and it was easy to relate to because life doesn't always go to plan! She left you feeling uplifted and wanting more because of her never say never attitude! Pick up this book because you won't want to put it down! BGM
A true story and well worth reading! This author writes from her heart and is creative, brilliant in a ingenious way of solving complex relational issues. I admired how generous and vulnerable Susan was in allowing her readers to journey with her and it was easy to relate to because life doesn't always go to plan! She left you feeling uplifted and wanting more because of her never say never attitude! Pick up this book because you won't want to put it down! BGM
November 8, 2021
This is a beautifully written book of the life of a real family that brings you tears, makes you laugh and brings warmth to your heart. This book takes you from the early memories of the author to present day. She handles every challenge with dignity and grace. Her strength is overwhelming but first and foremost is the love for her boys, Chris and Matt. The book breathes of love. She deals with anguish, sickness, drugs, alcohol, poverty and compulsive behavior of those touching her everyday life. She is sick herself but rises above this each and every time to make life better for others.
Finally, her life changes. This is a must read for anyone who has a family or is raising a family. An inspirational book for all. The ending brought me to tears as finally her cup was full with love, life and happiness. You will not put the book down until turning the final page.
Finally, her life changes. This is a must read for anyone who has a family or is raising a family. An inspirational book for all. The ending brought me to tears as finally her cup was full with love, life and happiness. You will not put the book down until turning the final page.
June 8, 2020
Hard truth
This book is a true reflection of the trials and tribulations of daily life and how faith and belief in yourself can get you through even the toughest if times.
A very raw and honest story of life.
This book is a true reflection of the trials and tribulations of daily life and how faith and belief in yourself can get you through even the toughest if times.
A very raw and honest story of life.
August 11, 2020
This will be my very first review ever and this makes it difficult for me. I had personal soul healing experience while reading this book. The next day after the purchased I was finished with it. I could not have enough and I was just stopping to deal with my normal life as usual. Very easy to read.
I was able to relate to a lot of the events, due to having difficult childhood myself with later different difficulty in life and chronic health problems.
Variety of feelings came to surface. I was able to deal with a lot of suppressed emotions I had and now I feel more free and lighter.
Thank you for this book.
I was able to relate to a lot of the events, due to having difficult childhood myself with later different difficulty in life and chronic health problems.
Variety of feelings came to surface. I was able to deal with a lot of suppressed emotions I had and now I feel more free and lighter.
Thank you for this book.
July 4, 2020
A wonderful memoir that explores in depth the obstacles confronted during a life well lived. This story is a passionate and beautiful reflection of the many trials faced by women in their lives, the complexity and fickleness of family relationships, and the heart-warming bravery and stoicism of the author when unexpected personal illness permeates and complicates her life story. I thoroughly enjoyed this read and developed a deep admiration for the resilience and strength displayed in a life where every day offers a new challenge. Compelling!
June 12, 2020
The compelling story of a life that has been through many challenges. It is written from the heart. Her rollercoaster started when she was 16 years old after the parents she loved and adored, divorced. Her life was never the same afterwards. In the midst of all her personal turmoil she was searching and eventually found her faith in God. I found her book to be honest and heartwarming about her life's journey.
December 6, 2020
You Need This Book In Your Life
This woman has experienced practically every high and low imaginable. I was immediately engaged from start to finish. My lord what she endured. No slow start, no dull moments, and a very easy read. It took me less than 24 hours to finish. It was that good.
I believe that anyone, no matter what walk of life you are, will find something in this story to relate to. It made me contemplate my own life. Many times I compared my life to hers. I saw things she handled well and I had wished I had that know-how and temperament. Very inspirational; I got lots of ideas on how to balance emotional upheavals.
There was a very subtle spiritual theme throughout. Subtle enough to not be overbearing and “preaching to the choir” type. It was woven in and out of her different life phases. A true life example was set on how God works in one’s life. You can see it without having to be told that God was there. More importantly, she was an agnostic at one point, and totally resisted any kind of faith. To see all these things play out over such a long period of time was wonderful.
I only wished the book was bigger.
This woman has experienced practically every high and low imaginable. I was immediately engaged from start to finish. My lord what she endured. No slow start, no dull moments, and a very easy read. It took me less than 24 hours to finish. It was that good.
I believe that anyone, no matter what walk of life you are, will find something in this story to relate to. It made me contemplate my own life. Many times I compared my life to hers. I saw things she handled well and I had wished I had that know-how and temperament. Very inspirational; I got lots of ideas on how to balance emotional upheavals.
There was a very subtle spiritual theme throughout. Subtle enough to not be overbearing and “preaching to the choir” type. It was woven in and out of her different life phases. A true life example was set on how God works in one’s life. You can see it without having to be told that God was there. More importantly, she was an agnostic at one point, and totally resisted any kind of faith. To see all these things play out over such a long period of time was wonderful.
I only wished the book was bigger.
June 11, 2020
Truth is more interesting than fiction. Susan has written a riveting story about her life than reveals the ups and downs of a dysfunctional family, and overcoming life's difficult challenges. She reveals her many and varied struggles to overcome life's difficult challenges. Life is a struggle, yet Susan finds joy in the simple pleasures of life. She is dedicated to her family and despite life pulling her family apart she strives to hold it together despite the odds.
It is a story of struggle, resillience and determination to break the cycles of dysfunctionality from one generation to the next. She is misunderstood and not believed about her degenerating physical condition and yet has the emotional resilience to believe in herself
It is also a story of rejecting God who breaks into Susan's life with his grace; despite her initial rejection of him. How faith enables her to endure life, death, fears for her family and her own fears.
It is an interesting and easy to read true story that is hard to put down.
It is a story of struggle, resillience and determination to break the cycles of dysfunctionality from one generation to the next. She is misunderstood and not believed about her degenerating physical condition and yet has the emotional resilience to believe in herself
It is also a story of rejecting God who breaks into Susan's life with his grace; despite her initial rejection of him. How faith enables her to endure life, death, fears for her family and her own fears.
It is an interesting and easy to read true story that is hard to put down.
June 11, 2020
I know Susan personally, and as I read this book, I wondered... can a friend really do an impartial review? As I read through the pages, I could hear Susan's voice and her emotion coming through. I have been with Susan as she has faced some of these challenges, and how she describes it in her book is open, honest and raw. What you read is the real Susan coming through. The challenges and difficulties she has faced would find others running away. But as she recognized the importance of God in her life, she found the strength to face and overcome each one, but not without many tears and heartache... but that is a part of life we all face.
This is a story that will encourage anyone going through overwhelming difficulties that living today can bring. We all face challenges differently, but knowing you are not alone can bring comfort and hope.
I highly recommend this book.
This is a story that will encourage anyone going through overwhelming difficulties that living today can bring. We all face challenges differently, but knowing you are not alone can bring comfort and hope.
I highly recommend this book.
June 10, 2020
This was an inspirational, heart touching and interesting book. It told the life story of the author and her journey to understand, accept herself and her family throughout their lifetime's. She told about her personal journey from a confused self to a proud, accepting, strong , Christian woman. She had numerous heartache's, trauma and medical problem's but rose above all of them. And what helped her grow in strength and determination was reaching out to other's. Wether it was doctor's, friend's, support group's, family and especially her Lord Jesus Christ. This book will renew your faith, strength, love for other's and yourself!!!
July 18, 2020
Life, Loss and Love. That is exactly what this book is about. Read this - you won't be able to put it down! Susan's writing style is so easy to read. I really enjoyed reading about the different chapters in Susan's life and the chapter headings kept me wanting more. There are strong themes of Susan's love for her family, resilience and endurance. This really showed through her relationships especially for her two sons. I related to some of the experience such as attending Catholic schools and the experiences there. The book starts from Susan's childhood and progresses to later in adulthood. Topics of marriage and childbirth and childrearing are explored really well. Susan's resilience is demonstrated through her endurance while experiencing her physical symptoms and pain. I enjoyed reading about Susan's children as adults and their families and the joy Susan experienced. You can really see the amazing qualities of Susan as a mother, mother in law and a person. Later the book explores various supports that assisted Susan to keep going which I believe contributed to her resilience. With the current circumstances with aged care facilities it was interesting to read about this as something that Susan needed to explore for a family member. A wonderful uplifting read which shows you that no matter what comes your way you can access support, and with the right positive mindset you can get through it and enjoy life!
June 27, 2020
Amazingly written by Susan!!
The book was my friend on my way to work everyday, very clear English and easy to understand.
I loved the power and encouragement the book gives, no matter what we suffer in life, but very important to keep the positive attitude towards the family and our loved ones.
I highly recommend it
The book was my friend on my way to work everyday, very clear English and easy to understand.
I loved the power and encouragement the book gives, no matter what we suffer in life, but very important to keep the positive attitude towards the family and our loved ones.
I highly recommend it
July 6, 2020
Wonderful Journey
Life has ups and downs but there's always a light at the end of the tunnel. God is good all the time. I've enjoyed the book.This had been a wonderful journey, strong and long. Thank you so much for sharing the story with us. Am waiting for the next book from this author.
Life has ups and downs but there's always a light at the end of the tunnel. God is good all the time. I've enjoyed the book.This had been a wonderful journey, strong and long. Thank you so much for sharing the story with us. Am waiting for the next book from this author.
June 14, 2020
I found this to be a deeply personal account of the author's life. It documents her resilience in facing life's challenges and her persistence in advocating for her loved ones. She shows a deep sense of justice and compassion and a great love of her family. It was a real page turner for me. Despite Susan's serious health issues she continues to remain positive. It is an inspiring read.
June 15, 2020
Moving and Inspirational!!!
This story was very inspirational and moving to the spirit. There were moments when I became angry, laughed and cried while reading the pages of this book. It is definitely a page turner. Great story!!!
This story was very inspirational and moving to the spirit. There were moments when I became angry, laughed and cried while reading the pages of this book. It is definitely a page turner. Great story!!!
June 21, 2020
I could relate very well to the emotions in the book as i have had a hard life myself. It is beautiful to see how one can overcome all the bad things and hardships in life, find something in which to truly believe and become a good person.
June 30, 2020
Testimony of strength
This is a truly inspiring book. The author takes us on a journey of ups and downs teaching and inspiring us by resiliency and strength. Thank you for sharing with us all that you have, the strength of a lady.
This is a truly inspiring book. The author takes us on a journey of ups and downs teaching and inspiring us by resiliency and strength. Thank you for sharing with us all that you have, the strength of a lady.
August 10, 2020
This book was amazing! I couldn't put it down till I had finished it. The book was honest, easy to read keeping you captured till the end. I highly recommend this autobiography as a great story of an inspirational lady who I am sure we can all relate to as mothers ourselves.
November 1, 2020
This is a rawly honest account of a hard life well lived. The author has been brutally honest with her reflections. She has not had an easy life but has been supported by good friends and eventually her faith and relationship with Jesus. This is a great read for anyone who is struggling in life. It doesn’t gloss over the tough parts. Instead it shows how your life can be improved if you are willing to continue to work on yourself and make the necessary changes. Have faith, life can be beautiful and a life shared with others can be a blessing. A great book about family, friends and faith 💕
June 15, 2020
This book confirmed something I've thought for a while now. Just keep going, because life has its highlights and disappointments, but you are an important part of that story.
June 29, 2020
I liked this book, the characters came alive on the page
July 6, 2020
I found the book easy to read, very personal and relatable. I laughed and cried throughout this well written book.
June 18, 2020
Life, loss and love
Wow,
I loved this book, it's so relatable and honest,
I recommend this book.
I'm sorry you had to go through what you did, but you made it,you found the light at the end of the tunnel,
I'm so proud of you, thank.you for letting me read your book, and i wish you all the best xxx
Wow,
I loved this book, it's so relatable and honest,
I recommend this book.
I'm sorry you had to go through what you did, but you made it,you found the light at the end of the tunnel,
I'm so proud of you, thank.you for letting me read your book, and i wish you all the best xxx
June 16, 2020
Compelling True Story
I loved reading this book and it relates to many real life issues and I think the author was able to give
an honest and raw account that everyone could relate ! Susan was able to keep me intrigued wanting to read more. Her ways of coping under intense pressure would help and inspire other readers .
I loved reading this book and it relates to many real life issues and I think the author was able to give
an honest and raw account that everyone could relate ! Susan was able to keep me intrigued wanting to read more. Her ways of coping under intense pressure would help and inspire other readers .
June 19, 2020
Very outstanding and interesting book . I could feel the author pain and frustration. Very interesting and highly recommend
July 13, 2020
A beautiful journey of bittersweet moments in the author's life has been portrayed in this book by Susan Nicholson. The autobiographical nature of this narration makes one marvel at the resilience of her spirit and the power of sheer faith to rise from the worst of situations into the light of hope. The story spans across three generations of people who've been closely related to the author and her responses to her own illnesses and vulnerability along with coping with their problems is remarkable. This book made me feel that it can get very dark at times but there's always light at the end of the tunnel. There's always something to fight for, to appreciate the beauty of life and always someone to help out. I'm amazed at how the author has included her experiences of loneliness, emotional and physical pain and has still not given up on life but has kept on going and supporting her parents, her kids and everyone whom she loved and cared for. I truly wish that we have the courage to find similar support groups that she did, when the suffering is too much to bear.
I congratulate the author's entire family for this beautiful book that she has written.
I congratulate the author's entire family for this beautiful book that she has written.
June 20, 2020
Highly recommend! I enjoyed and related to this book. The author writes an honest down to earth, raw account of her life. It would be well worth others reading because it was a book you couldn’t put down. Loved it!!
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July 14, 2020
A compelling read which shares insight into an often raw and heartwarming life journey, sharing the highs and lows that is Susan’s life. Susan found strength in adversity to overcome all life had to throw at her; from others’ disbelief of her illnesses, the gradual withdrawal of her husband from family life, ending in his suicide. After so many adversities, Susan found self love, God and with the love of Greg, her beloved mother and sons, she has now embarked on helping others through the establishment of online support group for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP). One can only admire Susan’s resilient, loving nature and her ability to remain positive.
September 28, 2020
Recently finished reading Susan Nicholson's book 'Life Loss and Love' and felt deeply impacted by the themes explored in the book. It's about having patience, no matter how rough a hand life deals you with; a story of belief and spiritual connection that helps heal old wounds and paves the road to self-discovery.
I was amazed at how the author has bravely recounted incidents from her life where she copes with profound loss and still manages to see the light at the end of the tunnel. It reminds us that many a time, we're not to blame for a failed relationship, onset of an illness or incapacity to deal with death of loves ones.
I think it's a perfect read for someone who's at crossroads of his/her life and needs just the right push to believe that everything pans out okay when you have love and faith.
I was amazed at how the author has bravely recounted incidents from her life where she copes with profound loss and still manages to see the light at the end of the tunnel. It reminds us that many a time, we're not to blame for a failed relationship, onset of an illness or incapacity to deal with death of loves ones.
I think it's a perfect read for someone who's at crossroads of his/her life and needs just the right push to believe that everything pans out okay when you have love and faith.
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