We Don't Say Goodbye

Anne Elwick weaves a story of poignancy, growth, trials and tribulations, but most of all she weaves a story of love in “We Don’t
Say Goodbye.” Love of friends, love of children, love of life.

The story begins as Judith and Riley drive to Reno, Nevada. They have been in love for the last thirty years but honor and a sense of duty
have kept them apart. Finally destiny smiles on them and gives them their chance. Even though it is a glorious day, there is still snow in
the shadows and the road can be treacherous. A freak accident leaves Judith severely injured, trapped in the car, at the bottom of a ravine.

As Riley desperately tries to reach her, their past unfolds.

The author recreates the details and the feelings of the decades of the sixties, seventies and eighties while maintaining the tension of Riley’s
heroic mission in the present. Not an easy task. And she leaves the reader wanting more, a difficult task at best. Does Riley get to Judith
in time? You’ll just have to read “We Don’t Say Goodbye” to find out.

Dee Power, author of The Making of a Bestseller: Success Stories From Authors and the Editors, Agents and Booksellers Behind Them.
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http://www.BrianHillAndDeePower.com
Dee Power (Ms.) is co-author with Brian Hill of“Over Time,” the novel, ISBN 0974075418
“The Making of a Bestseller: Success Stories from Authorsand the Editors, Agents, and Booksellers Behind Them”
Dearborn Trade, ISBN 0793193087, and two other nonfiction books

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Review: WE DON'T SAY GOODBYE

        New author Anne Elwick tells us the story of star-crossed lovers who are separated by unfortunate circumstances, yet are always within reach of one another. Every page speaks to the changing times, and the changing lives of Judith and Riley. Anne carries us from present day, back through time, as the characters remember their pasts. Her story begins as they are finally on the verge of having a life together, but are once again torn apart by an accident. By way of flashbacks, the author shows us the lives of a small group of friends as they grow up in southern California, go off to college, and become emersed in the grownup world of the 60's. She captures the era by tuning us in to the music of the times, and the headlines that rocked the world. But she gives us insight to the moral values and consequences facing young people who stepped over the invisible line.

    She brings us through the 70's with the political turmoil and Vietnam war with these young people who have grown up, married and are raising their families. As they progress through the years you feel like you know them, and her vivid descriptions of events and the effects they had on these people keep you turning the pages to see what will happen next.

    If you enjoy reading the work of Nicholas Sparks, you will really enjoy this book. Anne has the knack for telling an enduring love story, while evoking nostalgia for the times and places the characters live through. I look forward to reading more from this talented new author.

Beverly Rhunion - April 2006    

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Review of "We Don't Say Goodbye"

    In her first novel Anne Elwick gives us a tale about a young girl and her prince charming, with a modern day twist. Anne's story is contemporary as she weaves it through dates and events of the times we live in, but she gives us the fairy tale of two people who are bound by a love that will last for eternity. 

    Judith and Riley are sweethearts until he gives in to one night of passion with her best friend Kate. When Kate discovers she's pregnant, Judith gives up the man she loves, but the friendship, loyalty and love between these three people remains throughout their lifetimes. 

       As I read this story, I felt that I knew the characters. I recognized the places they went, and lived through the times they experienced. Anne grabs your attention in the first chapter and keeps you wanting to turn the page to see what happens next. It is an excellent first effort and I know we'll be reading more from her in the future.

    Sandra Brown

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