This is yet another fabulously emotional Beth Moran book, make sure you read it with tissues handy, by the end you may need them!
Some of the characters in this story really resonated with me, having had similar experiences to some of them and seeing that portrayed so closely to the reality was wonderful, actually seeing the reality of the situation rather than what is assumed to be the case by many who have not had the experiences.
Faith herself was a wonderful leading lady, with so many layers to her past it made for a fascinating read seeing her understanding herself and what she wants and needs from her life.
The storyline had quite a few threads which were expertly wrapped around each other without ever becoming tangled, by the end of the book, all were brought to their own conclusions which left me with a few damp tissues and a very big smile on my face.
A Beth Moran book always takes you through an emotional wringer but they also always leave you in a happier place than when you turned to the first page. This one really is no exception!

What a read this was. Faith, who's had a traumatic childhood and since then a life she's had to fight for to survive and at the same time always be there for her brother Sam who has a mental illness and a drug addition.
Faith is marrying Perry who comes from an upper class family who are complete snobs especially when it comes to Faith. Perry seams lovely but he is under his mother's thumb and she is vile.
The light relief in this are the women Faith meets when she joins the church choir along with her friend Marilyn.
Hester the choir leader is strong and forceful and is determined to get these women as strong and forceful as she is.
The things that Faith has to put up with are awful and what she puts herself through is equally as bad.
Is she marrying Perry for love or for safety and security ?
You won't want to put this book down.

I have read a few books by Beth Moran now and her stories always bring people together and leave you feeling like you are not alone, this one does exactly that.

Faith and her brother Sam had a traumatic childhood, one that has had many lasting effects and has meant that Faith has lived a very isolated life. Now she is preparing to marry Perry, someone who offers her more than just love, but also security. Faith, however, alongside her best friend Marilyn, meets the Grace Chapel choir led by Hester. They are a group of women, all of whom are facing their own struggles and insecurities. It is Hester, through the choir, who leads them all to discover their inner strength and realise how wonderful they all are as individuals.

Although a main part of this story is Faith’s past, her relationship with her brother and fiancé I feel the overpowering part of this book was the group of women at the Grace Chapel choir and what they learn. They are a diverse mix of characters, all of whom are facing their own personal challenges, but it is how Hester brings them together to discover their strength as a unit, and actually you aren’t on your own, as well their own individual value.

I love the sense of community that this book brings through the choir.

To start with I struggled to understand and connect with Faith but the more we uncovered about her past it all started to make sense, and in the end I was cheering for her.

This book reminds you that you are never alone and that when you find your ‘tribe’ and your inner belief then you are unstoppable.

Heart-breaking and heart-warming this book definitely leaves you with a sense of belonging. I can’t wait to read more by Beth.

Definitely my favourite book of the year! An amazing book of fantastic friends who you meet when you least expect but need the most. Couple that with a sad family story and you have a wonderful story that will have you captivated from start to finish.

This my 6th book by @bethmoranauthor and I have devoured and adored every single one! This was a gorgeous story about the power of friends and found family. It deals with some tough topics, but is done in such a way that it is not heavy or overbearing. I cried several times at touching moments, when I was devastated for Faith, the main character, and when I was heartbroken for the things happening that could not be stopped. I was rooting for Faith, and several other characters, the whole time and, while not everything worked out perfectly, some things did. Beth Moran is a genius and her books are just phenomenal!

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this advanced copy in return for an honest review.

A joyful read!

Faith is due to marry her fiance, Perry; the one thorn is that her future mother-in-law is insisting that her wedding dress is the one to be worn = and it is hideous. Best friend Marilyn has dubbed it 'The Ghost Web' and is doing her best to dissuade Faith from wearing it, but Faith has a past of which others are completely unaware. Both women become involved with the Grace Chapel Choir, run by Hester who is a force in her own right. It's the turning point in Faith's life, bringing her the confidence she has been sadly lacking up until now.

This is everything and more that I've come to expect from this author. The characters - a fine array of them - are beautifully drawn and the story is written with honesty and humour. I had a clear image of 'The Ghost Web' in my mind - and yes, hideous only begins to describe it! A very enjoyable tale about human nature and the importance of friendships, this is a novel I'm happy both to recommend and to give all five glowing stars.

My thanks to the publisher for my copy via NetGalley; this is - as always - my honest, original and unbiased review.

I love Beth's books and feel this one is the best I have read. an uplifting book with wonderful narratives and descriptions. Highly recommend.

This is such an epic emotional journey that we take with Faith, gradually finding out about her traumatic past and the bond between her and her brother.
Beth creates a wonderful supportive community with the choir and the amazing Hester, you are completely drawn into everyone’s lives.
The topics may be very dark but there is hope and uplifting moments to stir your soul as you read along.
Very well written with characters that you genuinely feel for and wish for a better future.
Some dramatic moments kept me turning the pages and made this an entertaining read.

I liked Lean On Me but I felt it was a little all over the place. The story goes between the past and present. It touches upon domestic abuse, suicide and mental illness. The story is about Faith who is engaged to Perry who is super wealthy. I loved the characters from the church choir and her friend Marilyn. I enjoyed those parts of the book. Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books. This is my own opinion.

It's taken a few days to find the words to describe the impact this book has had on me. Lean on Me is one of those rare books that will stay with your for a long time.

The main character is Faith, who is facing the prospect of marrying millionaire Perry. The problem is, she's not sure she's marrying him for the right reasons. Is she marrying him for love or for security? This is where the depth of the story comes in. Faith, which is not actually her real name, is desperately trying to hold together her own life but also that of her addict brother Sam. Plus they're both dealing with the effects of an incredibly traumatic past, and the implications for their futures.

There is so much in this book, from Faith's tenacity to never give up on her brother to the warmth from the local choir she joins. It's all spun together so beautifully that you just can't put it down, to see if Faith gets the happy ending she truly deserves.

A charming and easy read that I thoroughly enjoyed. A story of friendship, community and family and with wonderful and warm characters it is a story that could resonate with all of us. It is a book that will make you smile but that is not to say it didn't have any depth or emotion.

A great read, great writing and great characters, a story about life and how we cope and how we treat people and how others treat us. A wonderful book that I was able to read in a day.

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood books for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

Faith and her brother Sam have had a disturbing childhood even having to change there names to hide from the past and try and continue on with their lives.

As Faiths wedding to wealthy businessman Perry approaches and with the never ending future mother-in-law organising everything, Faith finds solace in the Grace Church and an amazing group of mix matched women of the choir.

A wonderful story about love, fear and hope and friends that become family.

A fabulous read and very uplifting. I enjoyed this book so much. Such a wonde4ful story. I wondered where it was going at first but, I got into it quickly and got lost in the story. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

This isn't an easy read, covering domestic abuse, loss and drug taking. There is plenty to help prevent it from being too downbeat though, with touches of humour and, above all else, the community spirit that is enjoyed by all in the choir. Throw in a millionaire fiancé and a rugged minister and there's romance in the mix. Definitely recommended.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

This isn’t the first book I’ve read by Beth Moran and it definitely won’t be the last. Her characters are so relatable and the storyline just flowed so well. I really enjoyed this book even though the subject wasn’t what I’d consider easy ready at times. Highly enjoyable and I’d definitely recommend to anyone looking for a good read.

Loved this one! I think we will be seeing it as a highly-sought after pick for a lot of book clubs. I highly recommend this unique story.

What a great story! This tale of family (both blood and chosen), friendship, love, abuse, and heartache touched me to the core. I found myself feeling the characters emotions…hurting when they hurt, scared when they were, happy when they were etcetera. Faith’s story of what she has been through to get where she is one that inspires. “Lean On Me” is definitely one of my favorite books by Beth Moran.

Josie Silver’s books are always more than romcom, and this book was no exception. Lean on me features Faith, a woman who’s had a tough upbringing as she’s working on finding herself with the help of unknowingly to her and the love of a new community.

The misfits in faith community, showing her love and support through the churches chorus makes you just want to root for them all!

one of my current favourite authors and this book did not disappoint!
the characters are like a warm hug and i couldn’t put the book down (but had to go to work!)
a lovely read that made my heartache in places but made me smile in others , spoiler but everyone needs a dylan in their life

Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

I love this authors books and this one was one that had me turning the pages.

I loved Faith’s character. She had a difficult life, so did her brother. The ladies in the choir were all lovely, helping others.

Faith is a hard worker, but her mother in law and fiancé Peter are better off than her and not that nice.

The story covered some difficult issues, as well as lots of secrets that were revealed throughout the story.

I highly recommend this book.