The Parts We Lost

A Southern Family Drama Novel

He’s home from the war, but his own battle is just beginning.

After 9/11, Nolan Wright knew enlisting in the army was his ticket out of small-town South Carolina. He’d return a decorated war hero and finally earn his parents’ approval. But when his unfinished tour in Afghanistan leaves him disabled, he comes home to a life—and a family—he barely recognizes.

Benji idolized his older brother, but being abandoned once by Nolan was painful enough. Now, Benji shuns him, vowing to spend one awesome summer with his best friend instead. That is, until Nolan offers Benji a real chance at the relationship he always wanted. Benji must choose: spend his summer with the best friend who’s been there or with the brother who hasn’t.

But Nolan isn’t finding a new normal, not even close, and the family he needs is unraveling. Benji must find a way to forgive his brother and convince Nolan there is life after war. If he fails, Benji risks losing his brother forever.

Only Human

The Parts We Lost Saga, Book 2

She wanted to be just like him, but he had a life she never knew…until now.

Joyce Wright didn’t just love her grandfather. Lyle was her favorite person in the world. Wise, patient, and with an unassailable character: he was the measuring stick for every decision she made. Now, Lyle has died, and Joyce vows to pass his legacy to her infant son. But when she discovers a stack of old journals hidden in Lyle’s house, she dredges up the past she was never meant to know. Deceit, betrayal, a federal indictment…his confessions are handwritten in ink. Joyce must find the truth: was Lyle the person she loved and revered, or has she spent her life reaching for a lie?

Mirror, Mine

A Military Wife, Military Life Novella

She’s a military wife living a military life, but does he want a wife at home and a girlfriend at sea?

Noemi had a plan and made it happen: marry a Naval officer, have two kids, live happily ever after. But when Luke posts a picture of himself—with another woman—on social media, Noemi’s happily ever after isn’t looking so happy. Sure, she’s not perfect (and yes, she weirdly organizes her spices by meal type), but being perfect wasn’t part of their vows a decade ago. Now, Luke is doing everything in his power to get Noemi to stay. Noemi must choose: stick to the plan and give up on happily ever after, or start over and face the unknown.

Pour a glass of wine, put up your feet, and enjoy this satisfying page-turner!

So Much To Say

A Short Story

Her first word will change their lives.

Erin loves her five-year-old daughter, Addison, but Addison is non-verbal. Erin will do anything for her child, and she spends most of her meager salary paying for the best speech therapist in hopes that Addison will someday speak. Money shouldn’t be a problem for Erin; after all, her ex-husband Peter is rich. But she was young and naive when they divorced, and Peter bullied her into signing a contract that withheld her share of his fortune until Addison said her first word. That was three-and-a-half years ago. When Addison speaks, Erin knows they’ll be set for life…if Peter pays up.

If you enjoy short reads with relatable heroines, this story is for you!

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Amy Marden

Amy Marden, author of The Parts We Lost and Mirror, Mine, writes dramatic and entertaining family life fiction that features character-driven stories focused on complex human relationships. As a military spouse, mom of two, and self-described recovering lawyer, she’s no stranger to drama. Navy life has taken her around the world and has made Amy a true adventurer–and an expert packer (color-coded box labels for the win). She currently lives in Alexandria, Virginia on land that was one of George Washington’s five farms.

Amy loves dandelions. Humble yet resilient, dandelions grow wherever they are planted, just like Amy and her family. She also loves trash pandas (aka raccoons), and her prized possession is a taxidermied Tanuki her husband found at a thrift shop in Japan for 1000 yen.

Amy has a Facebook reader group that you are invited to join. It’s a friendly group of readers who talk all things drama. She also sends a monthly newsletter to fans with news on upcoming releases and special offers.

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