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The Things I Know

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Thomasina "Hitch" is a very likeable character who was born some birth defects that has not allowed her to live a fulfilling life. She works on her family farm/bed and breakfast with her parents. The farm has been in the family for several generations and while she can see herself being a part of the farm forever, she also has a strong desire to leave. She dreams of touring the US and being free to live her own life. Then, one day a guest, Grayson Potts, comes to stay and her life is never the same. Does she try to live a life with Grayson, who has his own set of challenges, or does she stay on the farm? Maybe, she leaves it all and follows her brother to the US? This turned out to be a nice, heartwarming read.

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Amanda Prowse is a new to me author although I’ve seen her name and books frequently. This is well written and I look forward to reading more of her books. Thank you to the author and Netgallery for offer this complimentary copy.

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My first Prowse book, but I will be looking up more! What an unexpected joy this book was. Hitch and Gray are drawn so truly in character and it is so easy to root for their success over failure, while holding your breath that one little thing can take it all away. I so enjoyed the prose as well as the storyline of this book. I can guarantee it is a new theme and a very enjoyable read.



My thanks to the author, Lake Union Publishing and Netgalley.com for the opportunity to read and provide and honest review of this novel.

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This is a book I was unable to download in time from Netgalley as I had lent my kindle to my mother-in-law. I sought it out and finally got to read it.

Absolutely love the premise of this book! Wonderfully and delicately written it shows that in the end people are people and deserving of love and respect! Everyone! Perhaps this story really but home as I am the very grateful mother of a child with additional needs. Gosh I really love that, so much better than saying special needs, I have in past said child with challenges if pressed. As each of us face our own needs specific or special to us, it often felt inadequate but I felt unable to come up with an alternate.

Anyways back to the book.... I am not always a fan of romance books - too much explicit detail and unrealistic people and situations. Everyone is just too perfect from body type and looks to living situations and jobs. The poor misunderstood main character who when she takes off her glasses everyone recognizes her for the supermodel she has always been! Yuck! The Things I Know by Amanda Prowse features a real person, people actually, and they are people who aren't usually regarded as romantic leads (mores the pity). It is so refreshing to be able to read about real people! I hope lots of people read this book, I hope it becomes a movie, this is one way people will see that all are capable and deserving of love.Thank you Ms. Prowse.

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Very heartwarming and may even make you cry!
The girl who was born different with her outward deformities who chooses to think she is not good enough for love, it is for others not me she thinks. When she learns to stop judging herself and worrying about what others think of her she realizes she more than measures up and she just may find love as well!

Published June 11th 2019 by Lake Union Publishing
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.

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I normally like Amanda Prowse books but I couldn’t get into this one . Not one of my favourites unfortunately, found it a bit bland

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A truly beautiful and inspirational story about a young girl trying to live her best life whilst facing disability and social difficulties. All she wants is to see the world and fall in love. I love the characters bond between each other and watching their relationship blossom despite all the obstacles was unlike anything I have witnessed before. A truly fantastic tale.

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An enjoyable, feel good book! A special romance that isn't mushy and predictable. Wonderful characters whom I loved! Funny, quirky supporting characters for a bit of comic relief. And, of course, bad guys who need to be taught the right way.
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley. Thank you, Netgalley!
All opinions are my own.

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Sweet tale of loss and love, all kinds of love. It was simple but powerful. I really liked it. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the copy.

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I am a massive fan of Amanda Prowse but I really struggled with this book. I didn't feel any connection with the characters. The descriptions felt over the top (detailed descriptions of Hitch making the breakfast, feeding the chickens, cleaning the rooms) and offered little depth or even necessity to the story. It all just felt very stilted and for this reason I didn't enjoy it as I normally do enjoy Amanda Prowse books.

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A beautiful, gently told story of a woman, finding her voice and strength. An ugly duckling tale, that is well developed and inspiring. Thank you NetGalley for the e-copy. All opinions are my own.

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I have just finished this book and what a fabulous read. Amanda has done it again.I loved Thomasina with her medical issue and strong character and go get the world attitude. Amanda's novels are just the right length and they never disappoint.One thing you wouldn't hear much about her books in Southern Ireland maybe more publicity needed as she really is a cracking author.

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I love Amanda Prowse books, have read almost all of them. This one was hard to get into at the start, I found it really slow going and it took me a long time to get into the book and for it to really get going. However by the middle I was really happy I'd pushed through the tough start to get to a great ending.

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I loved this book, the storyline was lovely and I loved the main characters. Highly recommended.

Many thanks to Netgalley and Amanda Prowse for the copy of this book. I agreed to give my unbiased opinion voluntarily.

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The Things I Know by Amanda Prouse is an interesting novel. I found the beginning really interesting as I began to dive into the novel’s really quirky, unique characters. However, I found the novel really hard to stick with. I like the concept of what the author tried to do with this novel, but it did not appear on me. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

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This is a romance, but it is so much more! It is a commentary on how we treat others who are different than we are. It is a book about family and relationships and the importance of encouraging our children to follow their dreams. It is a book to be read and savored, as one savors a fine wine. Thomasina Waycott, nicknamed “Hitch,” is different from others in so many ways. Her lip is malformed, her limbs are crooked and she has difficulty walking. What she doesn’t have difficulty doing is dreaming of a future that includes a home for herself and someone to love. When the story opens, Hitch is working at her family’s B & B, a young woman who has not yet found her place in the world. Grayson Potts comes to stay at the B & B, a young man who is also looking for a dream. Grayson and Hitch form a friendship that turns to romance. However, what we think is absolutely meant to be and will mean a quick ending to the story leads to more conflict as the two young people have to come to terms with their commitments to the past and their dreams for the future. The character development of this book is the story and made the whole thing realistic and heart-breaking. I loved the story of Thomasina and Grayson and hope to read more about them in future books!

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With thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the ARC and Amazon having bought the book as well.
The story of Hitch and Grayson is a love story about two people who meet the person who makes them fit into life, love and everyday living. The writing flows and the characters are superb, you can see them all in your minds eye.
I loved reading this book.
Highly recommended.

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Another great read from Amanda Prowse. She has a great style of writing and approaches her books with sensitivity and understanding. I would definitely recommend this book

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The Things I Know was a moving novel! I loved the characters! The characters' stories were written in a wonderful way. Hitch still lives with her parents on their farm. They all work hard to keep everything going. They take on the occasional boarder to get additional income. Because of her physical differences, Hitch has always felt different and like an outcast. But she dreams of having more in her life. One day a young banker comes to stay with the family. He and Hitch fall into an easy friendship which gets serious. They soon realize it will be hard to continue their relationship because of where they each live and their family obligations. The beautiful way that their relationship was portrayed was very uplifting.

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A lovely heartwarming story, about courage and strength and finding happiness. Easy to feel a connection for Thomasina, wishing her all the best, Loved that Thomasina and Grayson brought out the best in each other. A nice easy feel good read with a nice happy ending.

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