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If you enjoyed the Behind Our Lives Trilogy, you’ll probably love my other books.
The A New Start Series is a collection of five standalone novels. The books follow the journey of four friends, all imperfect people making imperfect choices, striving to do and be better. They hit roadblocks. They have breakthroughs. They live life.
You can start with When Comes The Joy jump into any story that appeals to you most (though if you read them out of order there will be some spoilers) or buy the whole series in a boxed set for an amazing discount. You’ll save AT LEAST 35% from buying the books individually, and maybe more depending on what country you’re in!
Not sure you’re ready to buy? Check out what readers have to say.
READER REVIEWS FOR THE A NEW START SERIES
“[Carr]pulls you into her characters ... You laugh with them, cry for them and celebrate their happiness! Charlene writes about real struggles ... Issues that change our directions and ‘make-us or break us.’”
- Yvonne, Amazon Reviewer
"I read all 5 books and every single one was a fantastic, engaging story about major life changes and how the main character made it through. They all have an aspect of love but aren't centered around a romantic encounter or finding "the one". They are about finding yourself and your own truth, not about how you fit into someone else's life.
As I would finish one and read a preview for the next I would think I couldn't possibly like the next one as much. But I always did! ... I love love love Charlene Carr's writing. It is refreshing and real.”
- OutdoorsyT, Amazon Reviewer
"The writing and character development is terrific ... modern and realistic."
- SMitch, Amazon Reviewer
“I was impressed with her ability to get inside her character's heart, mind, and soul to tell a story that is poignant and meaningful ... I am constantly amazed at the passion and depth she uses to tell her stories ... Charlene Carr writes about the challenges faced when people take a hard look at themselves and make the decision to strive for happiness and fulfillment.”
- Betty Strohecker, Amazon Reviewer
“The author introduced us to wonderful, warm, flawed women ... The beauty of these friendships is how natural and true they are. They have their secrets, their differences, even betrayals; yet they manage to overcome them to help their friends in times of need - just like real life."
- FormerNYer, Amazon Reviewer
"I was hooked. I couldn't stay away. I had to see what happened to the characters ... I am now such a huge fan of Charlene Carr ... She writes for us."
- Amazon Reviewer
“This is an awesome series written by an author who writes like it all happened to her ... so compelling.”
- Joanne R., Kobo Reviewer
Ready to read?
Click here to pick up your copy of the boxed set today.
Or, if you want a taste first, simply click the link above and download a free sample. (You should see the option somewhere below the purchase button or just under the book image. It could say, sample or preview, depending on your retailer of choice.)
You could also start with When Comes The Joy or any other book in the series.
Read on, my friend!
Charlene
When Comes The Joy
Book 1
Jennifer’s not perfect. Not even close. But she may just capture your heart.
At 27, Jennifer’s out of work, her mom just died, and despite stellar qualifications, every job interview ends in rejection.
Haunted by the teasing, taunts, and fat jokes that defined her childhood, Jennifer blames her unhappiness on her ever-growing waist-band.
And she’s ready for change.
Messy and real.
Beautiful and harsh.
When Comes The Joy (previously titled Skinny Me) explores one woman’s journey along the road of forgiveness, healing, and strength.
Where There Is Life
Book 2
What would you do if you woke up in a hospital bed, only to realize all your dreams were shattered?
Autumn’s blissful newlywed life abruptly ends when she wakes after a life-threatening accident, unable to remember what happened or why her husband isn’t by her side.
As the haze clears and Autumn’s memory returns, will she be able to confront the truth?
Evocative and complex.
Honest and emotional.
The second book in the A New Start stand-alone Series, Where There Is Life is a riveting story about love, loss, and finding your way.
By What We Love
Book 3
Sometimes getting exactly what you want is the worst thing ever.
Dream job? Check. Man to make every woman you know stop and turn? Check. But when having one means giving up the other, what’s a girl ...excuse me, woman to do?
Eloise Grant, a successful and driven Public Relations Consultant, has worked her whole life to make sure she never has to depend on anyone but herself.
But when she’s offered a promotion she feels she can’t refuse, depending on herself means leaving her friends, her family, and the man she loves behind.
Whatever choice she makes, it seems like Eloise’s life is about to unravel.
Smart and engaging.
Heart wrenching and unpredictable.
By What We Love, book 3 in the A New Start stand-alone series, is the story of a woman desperate to have it all, while battling with memories of a past she’d rather forget.
Forever In My Heart
Book 4
Tracey Sampson has finally met the man she's ready to start her life with. He's perfect.
But is she?
Struggling with the unknown and desperate for answers, Tracey embarks on a journey to reveal the secrets of a past she vowed she’d never explore.
Heartfelt and honest.
Courageous and compelling.
Forever In My Heart, book 4 in the A New Start stand-alone series, is a deep and passionate read about coming to terms with your imperfections and insecurities in order to let love in.
Whispers of Hope
Book 5
The act every woman is supposed to be capable of, she’s failing at, over and over again.
A year ago, Tracey Sampson met and married the man who helped her finally believe she is worthy of love, just as she is.
But she’s yet to fulfill her greatest dream—to hold her own child in her arms.
As month by month that dream drifts further and further away, Tracey is forced to acknowledge that not everyone gets their happily every after.
Engrossing and inspiring.
Heart-wrenching and passionate.
As real as it gets.
Whisper of Hope, book 5 in the A New Start stand-alone series bares the heart and soul of a woman heartfelt and emotional story of a woman pursuing her life’s dream despite heartache and disappointment. Witness the power of hope to transform a life.