When Cathy-Lee discovers that she has months to live, she ignores her health, hides her secret, and decides to spend her remaining days finding a woman to replace her when she’s gone.
The idea that the man she has loved her entire life will grow old alone breaks her heart and spurs her into action. Cathy-Lee sets out on a life-altering journey, meeting a variety of women and trying to imagine them taking care of her children and husband – all the while never revealing the true nature of her friendship. In the process, two strangers become the unlikeliest of friends during the saddest time of their lives – while both loving the same man.
Inspired by Nicholas Sparks and his great love for romance. He has a way with words, which captivates even the most unromantic souls.
Maxzell Lerm was born with her identical twin sister in Bloemfontein, central South Africa and has lived in Hermanus a small coastal village on the coast of Africa for the past 12 years. Due to health complications, Maxzell postponed her dream to study law but it was here amidst her most troubling times that she discovered her salvation—her love for writing. She completed her degree in BA Language and Literature (specializing in creative writing) early 2014. Maxzell`s first novel, Nevrhada, Unveiling Secrets, was inspired by her poor health and she created a vivid fantasy world to escape reality. Shortly after recovering she followed a diverse path, became involved with several publications as a free-lance writer as well as the Child-Welfare organization, an institute close to her heart. For a period, Maxzell became involved in modeling, travelling all over such as from Paris to China. She ended her escapades on a compassionate note as a runner up in Miss Earth South Africa, which allowed her to be involved with numerous charities. She has since then completed writing, Nevrhada Forgotten Secrets, Nevrhada No More secrets, and is eager to explore the romance genre of her writing. She has also finished writing a South African Fiction novel, based on true fact about the horrific events involving refugees fleeing over the South African border. As well as written and illustrated a series of five childrens books. When Maxzell is not writing, lost in her fictional characters, she happily spends time with her supportive family, and entertaining students as an online tutor and content writer. To keep happy and healthy Maxzell recommends Pilates and as much laughter as possible. Find Maxzell Online:
www.maxzell.co.za
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