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True Love Story – Crossing Lex by Debby Caruso

September 29, 2017 by Leah 19 Comments

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About six years ago, I read a book that really affected me. I couldn’t stop thinking about it. That book was The Shack. Literally, for weeks after finishing the book, I had that book on my mind. It made me think differently about things. I haven’t had the pleasure of reading a book like that since…until now. Crossing Lex, by Debby Caruso is a must read, true love story and one of those books that will stick with you, well after you read the last page.

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About This True Love Story – from Amazon

It’s 1999 and Danielle is living the dream: working in New York City, creating a brand-new life for herself, and looking for romance. On the cusp of finding just what she’s always dreamed of, memories of past trauma threaten to interfere with what may be the love story of a lifetime. As she moves forward, she will have to decide if she is defined by her past, doomed by her past, or perhaps made better because of it.

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We all have those memories that seem to pop up when we least expect it. Those moments in time that seem to shape us as a person. The picture that Debby Caruso paints of the main character, Danielle, is amazing. You immediately connect with Danielle and are willing her to push past her demons and have that true love story she is so desperately seeking.

Part way through the book, I started to suspect the ending. Sometimes that annoys me with books. Not with Crossing Lex. With this book it made me want to continue reading all the more. I think part of me was hoping I was wrong. The last few chapters will have you holding your breath as you read them. The imagery Debby Caruso’s words invoke is excellent and leaves you wanting more.


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  1. Joely Smith says

    September 29, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    I am so happy that you found one of those books! The kind that sticks with you is truly the best! I have read a few of those in my life and they really are special. They can heal us too!

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  2. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    September 29, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    Oh, that sounds like a great read! I can’t wait to pick this one up.

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  3. Sapphire Kharyzma says

    September 29, 2017 at 5:53 pm

    This book sounds absolutely amazing. I am so intrigued, I have to get it as I want to read it now! Thanks for sharing

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  4. Marcie W. says

    September 29, 2017 at 6:26 pm

    I desperately need a few new book recommendations and this one sounds very intriguing. I especially love that it’s based on a true story!

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  5. Andrea says

    September 29, 2017 at 9:08 pm

    Love when you can connect with a character. Sounds like a good book.

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  6. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says

    September 29, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    I’ve always enjoyed love stories, it’s such a good read especially during this season. I’m pretty interested in getting this book.

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  7. Elizabeth L says

    September 30, 2017 at 10:52 am

    I love a great read like this that sticks with you like that. I am going to have to check it out.

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  8. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says

    September 30, 2017 at 10:53 am

    I love settling in with a great book and getting so into it that you just don’t want to put it down. I am going to have to check this out!

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  9. Cyn Gagen says

    September 30, 2017 at 8:28 pm

    This sounds like a really good book. I’ve never heard of this author before but it’s one to add to my list.

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  10. Kathy says

    September 30, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    This sounds like a great book to me. I haven’t been able to read a good book in a while. I think I can finally get a book and read it soon! I love to read.

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  11. Terri Beavers says

    October 1, 2017 at 10:26 am

    Love stories are the best and true ones are even better. I hope I don’t guess the ending when I read this one.

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    • Leah says

      October 2, 2017 at 1:33 pm

      Trust me, it won’t be a bummer, even if you did. You will want to see how it plays out. I know I did.

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  12. Marielle Altenor says

    October 1, 2017 at 11:02 am

    I’m a total sucker to love stories. This story is exactly the kind of story I would be able to read in one sitting,

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  13. Kimberly Storms says

    October 1, 2017 at 11:12 am

    Thank you for the book recommendation. With the weather falling feeling like fall, it is for sure time to snuggle up with a good read!

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  14. Lynndee says

    October 1, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    I used to read a lot until life got so hectic, and romance novels were always my favorites to read. This sounds like a good one.

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  15. Up Run for Life Healthy Lifestyle says

    October 1, 2017 at 4:23 pm

    I am almost done reading my current book. I don’t currently have any more books lined up. This story sounds like something that I would read.

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  16. Adaleta says

    October 1, 2017 at 11:30 pm

    Oh this is very interesting, i have been travelling so much I need to get back into reading.

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  17. Wildish Jess says

    October 2, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    Ah, I hate when I can see the end coming. Doesn’t matter if its a movie or a book, it’s such a bummer.

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    • Leah says

      October 2, 2017 at 1:32 pm

      In this case, it really was not a bummer at all. I really wanted to be wrong, but at the same time, I wanted to see how it played out.

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