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The Dream You Make Kindle Edition

by Christine Nolfi (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Each day Annie McDaniel’s dream of a brighter future slips further away.

After her nephew’s world is destroyed in a burst of gunfire, Annie receives temporary custody of five-year-old Dillon. Now the greenhouse she managed with her late father isn’t bringing in enough money. If she doesn’t get her financial house in order, a judge will allow a couple in Baltimore to adopt Dillon—and remove him from her life forever.

Desperate, she takes on a second job at Rowe Marketing. The instant attraction she shares with Michael Rowe is a circumstance Annie can’t risk. But should she walk away from a love sure to last a lifetime?

Fresh, heartwarming and inspiring, The Dream You Make reveals that hope always carries the promise of new beginnings.

Praise for Nolfi's other bestsellers:

Treasure Me:
"Sure to delight and entertain." --USA Today

Second Chance Grill:
“A wonderful and highly recommended prequel to Treasure Me.”
--Susan Bethany, The Midwest Book Review

The Tree of Everlasting Knowledge:
“A novel of remarkable, rare substance.”
--Literary Inklings

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"Charming and heartwarming...without fail, I have enjoyed every one of Nolfi's novels."
--Caren, Sisterhood of the Traveling Book

"Fresh, heartwarming, and inspiring."
--Terrie, Obsession is a Book

"An absolutely charming story...gives a romantic heart hope."
--Kelly, Goodreads

"I enjoyed every minute of this book!"
--Elyse, Goodreads

"A great read with a feel-good factor that remained with me long after I'd finished the last rewarding page."
--Debbie, Goodreads

About the Author

Bestselling author Christine Nolfi writes heartwarming and inspiring fiction. She is the author of the award-winning Sweet Lake Series and the Midwest Book Review lists the books in the Liberty Series as "highly recommended." The Road She Left Behind is a top book club pick of Working Mother and Parade magazines

She is the mother of four children and resides with her husband Barry and a crazy Wheaten Terrier named Lucy in South Carolina. Join her mailing list at bit.ly/CNolfi Connect with her online:
-Twitter: @christinenolfi
-Instagram: @christinenolfi
-Facebook: /christinenolfi
-Goodreads: Christine Nolfi

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00DEKADZ0
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Christine Nolfi; 1st edition (June 12, 2013)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 12, 2013
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 498 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 286 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #51,122 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #5 in Adoption (Kindle Store)
- #23 in Adoption (Books)
- #300 in Family Life Fiction (Kindle Store)

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Christine Nolfi is the award-winning and bestselling author of sixteen novels, including her 2024 release A Heart Like Home.

Other works include A Brighter Flame, selected as a She Reads best book club pick; The Passing Storm, cited by Publishers Weekly as “Tautly plotted, expertly characterized, and genuinely riveting” and gold medal winner in general fiction, International Book Awards; The Road She Left Behind, a top book club pick by Working Mother and Parade magazines; and the award-winning Sweet Lake Series: Sweet Lake, The Comfort of Secrets, and The Season of Silver Linings.

Earlier works include Second Chance Grill, highly recommended by The Midwest Book Review and Treasure Me, recognized by the Next Generation Indie Awards and Put Your Heart in a Book Awards. The Tree of Everlasting Knowledge was cited by The Midwest Book Review as “Poignant and powerful, as much a saga of learning to survive, heal, and forgive as it is a chilling crime story, unforgettable to the very end.”

A native of Ohio, Christine now resides in South Carolina with her husband. Visit Christine Nolfi at the website of the same name.

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AuntieK3

Christine Nolfi's Magic Strikes Again!

Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2014

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I love Christine Nolfi's writing style. So pure. A pleasure to read! I have read several of her books, but The Dream You Make is my favorite so far. I totally fell in love with Annie. She has what my Mom would call "personality-plus"! I could hear her voice and picture her through this book like a movie. (Speaking of movies, this book would make a great one!) I laughed when she showed her spunky side at work and with co-workers, empathized with her having to live on a shoestring, grieved her family history, was moved to tears by her growing relationship with and custody fight for her orphaned nephew Dillon, loved her best friendship with Miriam and, of course, rooted and wooted for Michael. Michael, Michael, Michael. Exceptionally generous, executive boss extraordinaire. Broken by his first marriage. Bowled over by Annie, but didn't know how complicated her life was and Annie wasn't good at divulging secrets. There were so many wonderful secondary characters in this story. They each played an important role. I particularly loved the employees of Michael's firm, Rowe Industries, a colorful crew whose antics caused me to cry with laughter. And, finally, the couple fighting Annie for custody of Dillon, the Englands. This book is a romance, but at its core it illustrates the adoption process. While the main story revolves around one side's POV, we do get brief glimpses into the other - enough to form our own opinion of which side should win. The author pulls no punches, but handles the issue with grace and aplomb. I highly recommend this book to everyone. I've made a goal for 2014 to read all of the books Christine Nolfi has written. Anyone with me?

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WILL LOVE PREVAIL?

Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2014

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When Annie McDaniel takes a second job at Rowe Marketing as a computer specialist, she hopes that the extra income and benefits will help fund her dream to adopt her nephew Dillon.

After her troubled sister Toria was murdered, she made a home for five-year-old Dillon, and has willingly faced the challenges of helping Dillon adjust to the loss and the traumatic events of his childhood years.

But now another family, the wealthy Englands, are fighting for custody, and have no trouble using their vast resources to make that happen.

At her new job, Annie faces still more challenges as she works with her boss Michael. He has had his own troubles and is difficult and brusque, sometimes even surly. Beneath their difficult relationship is a growing and intense attraction. But Annie knows she must fight it...she has too much to lose, and cannot risk anything messing up her goal of adoption.

Michael's own problematic first marriage has made him relationship phobic as well.

What will the two of them face in the months ahead? Can they set aside their growing desires for Dillon's sake? And, in the end, can they realize that joining forces might be just the thing they all need?

I couldn't stop turning the pages, as the custody battle heated up and as the dynamics shifted dramatically between Annie, Michael, and Dillon. Sometimes when a dream is just within your grasp, you discover other unexpected obstacles. Will Annie and Michael find their way?

An emotional, yet feel-good story of making your own dreams possible, The Dream You Make is one I would recommend for all who enjoy stories about relationships, challenges, and a happily-ever-after that comes despite the numerous obstacles along the way. 4.5 stars.

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Heather

Nolfi doesn't disappoint!!

Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2014

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If you haven't figured it out quite yet I am a fan of Christine Nolfi's works! Each book I have read is so wonderfully written, that I just can't pass up when another one comes along. So of course when I seen The Dream You Make, I wanted to read it. I had to wait, although when a great deal came along for the ebook, I bought it to hold onto when I could.

Nolfi didn't disappoint! The characters you will love from Michael, Annie, Dillon, and Miriam. You laugh, you cry, and root for them. Even at some points you are surprised by them. You do find out the back stories slowly but this adds to the charm in the book.

I will say this is more of an adult book than a young adult book...but please do not think of it as smut. I just feel that there are a few parts that young adults do not need to be exposed to until they are mature enough...however those parts did not deter my enjoyment to the book nor do I think the book would be better without them. It shows a realistic view of the world.

The pace of the book was great and the plot line flowed well. While there were chapters told through other perspectives, Nolfi did an excellent job of showing who was narrating pretty quickly to avoid confusion.

You shouldn't be surprised by the rating because of course I loved this book too!

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2023

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This novel held my attention throughout the story. The characters were real - everything was real. I just discovered Christine Nolfi, she's a great story teller.

I would suggest anyone who enjoys a great novel to get this book or any book by Ms Nolfi you won't regret it.

Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2023

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These two were a little too pretty, a little to wonderful, and a little too sex starved. This was pretty consistent with the author's other stories, just too much.

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Darlene

easy read family oriented

Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2023

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Reminds me of children in foster care and what some of them have been through. Sometimes you think you know your family history but you may be surprised what was withheld. Story touched on a few things, enough to keep it interesting and an easy read.

Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2023

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This book told a very good story. It kept my interest, was easy to read and was written well. I will read more of Christine’s books.

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Debbie

A thoughtful, well-balanced story about adoption

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 5, 2014

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I think I downloaded this book when it was on a free offer to serve as light reading when I needed something undemanding in which to lose myself for a break. I'd assumed from the pink cover that it would be a frothy romance - not my genre of choice, but hey, it was free and looked pretty on the screen.

Over the bank holiday weekend from reading heavier, more serious books, I turned to this one, and was instantly engaged by the opening chapter which paints an amusing portrait of life in an advertising agency. I've worked in one of these myself years ago, and it brought back entertaining memories with its cast of eccentric creative types and bossy secretaries who keep the crazies in check. As to the lead characters, Annie and Michael, plus Annie's estranged small nephew whom she's hoping to adopt, I took to them straight away as rounded, intelligent characters, each with an interesting and considered back story. Although I was certain that the ending would be happy, I couldn't put the book down until I found out for sure.

The settings and the characters are effectively painted, and as believable as their dilemmas. Adoption processes in the US are different from where I live in the UK, but even so this was a compelling storyline, cleverly told so that one empathised with all parties. Not for a nanosecond does the book ever become preachy or self-righteous, but even so it struck me that it imparts quietly memorable life lessons. Anyone affected by family conflict and estrangements might well be persuaded to reconsider their position after reading this book, so, light as it is on the surface, it's also potentially life-changing. That's quite an achievement.

The writing is slick, competent and intelligent, never falling into the formulaic or cliched writing adopted by some romance books. A great read with a feel-good factor that remained with me long after I'd finished the rewarding last page.

I'll definitely be reading more by this author, whatever her book covers are like!

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