Bøger af Vanessa Somerton

"Nan should have had a warning label strapped to her arse. Perhaps this book should come with one too." This is Nanny Joan invites readers into the uproarious and touching world of Joan Somerton, a spirited Newfoundlander. Born and raised in the picturesque landscapes of Newfoundland, Joan's life was anything but ordinary. With a personality as big as the Atlantic Ocean and a heart full of love, she should have come with a warning label. Through the lens of her granddaughter's reminiscences, this book paints a vivid and heartwarming portrait of a woman who refused to let life's challenges dim her spirit. Joan's resilience and stubbornness were legendary, and her family's tales of her wild escapades will have you laughing, crying, and wondering how on earth she managed to survive it all. But beneath the laughter and the crazy adventures lies a poignant story of a vibrant woman's journey through dementia. As Joan navigates the labyrinth of memory loss, her family's unwavering love and support shine through, providing moments of tenderness and inspiration. In a tribute to her beloved Nan, Vanessa pledges to continue Joan's legacy of helping those in need by donating a portion of every book sale to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. This heartfelt gesture aims to bridge the gaps in available services and offers a fitting tribute to a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on her family and all who knew her. This is Nanny Joan is a heartfelt and hilarious tribute to a woman who reminds us that love, laughter, and resilience can shine through even in the face of adversity

HER BEAUTY CAUGHT HIS EYE, BUT HER COURAGE CAPTURED HIS HEART.Move Me takes readers on a gripping journey through the tumultuous life of Brooke, a woman trapped in a toxic relationship with Chad, a man who hides his cruelty behind wealth and charm. After four years of enduring abuse, Brooke realizes she must escape, but she must do so without alerting Chad to her plans. Her destination: her hometown in Canada, where her beloved grandpa awaits. With limited options and time ticking away, Brooke makes a crucial phone call to a haulage firm, setting into motion a series of events that will change her life. Enter Rhett Armstrong, an unexpected savior who offers to transport her belongings across the border and provides her with a much-needed friend and a ride home. Despite her natural caution, Brooke decides to seize this opportunity, embarking on a four-day road trip with Rhett. Brooke grapples with the chance to start anew as the miles pass and the landscapes change. Can this road trip serve as her path to a better life? And could her growing friendship with Rhett lead to more than a physical journey? Move Me is a suspenseful and emotionally charged story of resilience, friendship, and pursuing a brighter future.

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Busted. Betrayed. Branded.Sam Sterling is a professional mover who's used to long-haul drives. But, when he's asked to take an extra shift to move his friend's belongings from New Mexico to Canada, he struggles to stay awake. With his mind preoccupied with his failing marriage, it's no surprise that he's pulled over in Cleveland for drifting lanes.But if Sam thought the drive across borders would be challenging, a load of guns stuffed into the boxes in his trunk means his nightmare journey has only just started. Arrested and thrown into jail, Sam finds the charges he's facing aren't just for gun running. A murder weapon found with the guns means he's branded as America and Canada's newest serial killer.Facing a murder charge and being abandoned by his loved ones, Sam's only hope is his attractive tenant, Naomi. But with the stakes this high, can he trust anyone?Kansas City's finest homicide detective, Zane Cortez, is on the case, and Sam's chances of freedom look slim. Will he ever clear his name and get his life back?Will Sam be able to prove his innocence and clear his name, or will he forever be a branded man?

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Her beauty caught his eye, but her courage captured his heart.Brooke's boyfriend had whisked her off her feet and into the high life of Salem's elite. But Chad's pretty-boy looks and bottomless bank account mask a cold heart. After four years of abuse, Brooke plans to escape-the problem is Chad mustn't find out. She needs to return to her hometown in Canada with her grandpa fast. But Brooke's options are limited, and she is forced to think on her feet.A last-minute phone call to a haulage firm helps Brooke meet an unexpected ally. Rhett Armstrong comes to her rescue and offers to move her belongings across the border. What's more, he senses Brooke needs a friend and a ride home-even if that ride is a four-day trip cross-country. Brooke is naturally cautious but needs to move fast with time running out, so she hits the road with Rhett.Will Brooke use the opportunity of a four-day road trip to move her life on? And can her friendship with Rhett move her in more ways than one?

HER BEAUTY CAUGHT HIS EYE, BUT HER COURAGE CAPTURED HIS HEART. Brooke's boyfriend had whisked her off her feet and into the high life of Salem's elite. But Chad's pretty-boy looks and bottomless bank account mask a cold heart. After four years of abuse, Brooke plans to escape - the problem is Chad mustn't find out. She needs to return to her hometown in Canada with her grandpa fast. But Brooke's options are limited, and she is forced to think on her feet.A last-minute phone call to a haulage firm helps Brooke meet an unexpected ally. Rhett Armstrong comes to her rescue and offers to move her belongings across the border. What's more, he senses Brooke needs a friend and a ride home - even if that ride is a four-day trip cross-country. Brooke is naturally cautious, but she needs to move fast with time running out, so she hits the road with Rhett.Will Brooke use the opportunity of a four-day road trip to move her life on? And can her friendship with Rhett move her in more ways than one?

"Nan should have had a warning label strapped to her arse. Perhaps this book should come with one too."Based on the true story of Joan Somerton, born and raised in Newfoundland, Canada. This hilarious, heartfelt tribute pieces together memories experienced through her granddaughter's eyes. A candid adventure of a vibrant, resilient yet stubborn woman and her diagnosis of dementia.Her crazy life antics leave her family questioning how anyone ever survived. *I will continue Nan's mission of helping others. Therefore, a portion of the book sales will be donated to the Alzheimer Society of Canada to fill the gaps in available service areas.