Take Me With You

A moving story about one summer, one journey, and an unforgettable friendship, from Richard &amp; Judy recommended author, Catherine Ryan Hyde.

Take Me With You by bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde is a moving, thought-provoking story that fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Albom and Alice Sebold will love - the perfect read for those looking for something special to curl up with. 
 
'Hyde gives her characters great internal depth, and the book's scope gives readers time to savour this memorable, moving journey.' -- Publishers Weekly 
'Incomparable writing by this most gifted woman!' -- ***** Reader review 
'Started this book thinking maybe it wasn't for me, but soon couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review 
'Intoxicating read' -- ***** Reader review 
'I can really recommend this book thoroughly great from the beginning to end. Couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review 
'One of the best stories I have ever read' -- ***** Reader review 
 
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ONE SUMMER...ONE LIFE CHANGING JOURNEY 
 
Seth and his little brother Henry haven't had the most stable of upbringings. Their father has been in and out of jail; their mother took off years ago and hasn't been seen since. Life is constantly uncertain - but a twist of fate could be just what they need. 
 
August stopped drinking the day his son died. While on a journey that's very close to his heart, a breakdown leaves him stranded in a small town and at the mercy of the local mechanic - Seth and Henry's father. 
 
But then August is presented with an offer he doesn't expect: take the two boys with him for the summer, and pay no charge for the repairs. 
 
As the unlikely trio set out on their road trip, the most unlikely, unforgettable friendship begins to take shape.

Digs deeply into the ties of love, between both family and strangers . . . Hyde gives her characters great internal depth, and the book’s scope gives readers time to savor this memorable, moving journey.

Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of more than 14 novels including Pay it Forward (which was made into a feature film starring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt), Love in the Present Tense (a Richard &amp; Judy Book Club bestseller), Chasing Windmills, When I Found You and Second Hand Heart. Catherine lives in a small town in California. 
 
For more information on Catherine Ryan Hyde and her books, see her website at www.catherineryanhyde.com

a compassionate, poignant and heart-searingly honest novel from bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde

Where We Belong

What if the family you need isn’t your own?

Fans of Mark Haddon, Mitch Albom and Alice Sebold will love this remarkable, moving story about family and the many forms this can take by Richard & Judy bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. 
 
'A smashing read and left me feeling so positive about human nature' -- ***** Reader review 
'An absolute joy to read' -- ***** Reader review 
'Beautifully written' -- ***** Reader review 
'Fantastic' -- ***** Reader review 
'Catherine, you've done it again. Another awesome read that will stay with me' -- ***** Reader review 
'A page-turner' -- ***** Reader review 
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WHAT IF THE FAMILY YOU NEED ISN'T YOUR OWN? 
 
Fourteen-year-old Angie and her mum are on the brink of homelessness... again. The problem is her little sister, Sophie. Sophie has a form of autism, and a tendency to shriek. Home never seems to last long. 
 
Until they move in with Aunt Vi, across the fence from a huge Great Dane. Sophie falls in love, and begins to imitate the dog's calm nature. The shrieking stops. Everyone relaxes. Until Paul, the dog's grumpy, socially isolated owner, moves away. 
 
Much to Angie's humiliation, her mum thinks they can follow Paul and his dog. Once reunited, despite a huge age gap, Angie and Paul form the closest friendship either has known. But Angie risks everything to help Paul's dream come true, even their friendship and her one chance at a real home - the only thing she's dreamed of since her father was killed. 
 
A place she won't be thrown out of. A place she can feel she belongs.

a moving, engrossing and ultimately inspiring novel about the search to belong from Richard & Judy bestseller Catherine Ryan Hyde

Walk Me Home

Fans of Jodi Picoult, Mitch Albom and Alice Sebold will love this truly captivating story, written with such depth of emotion and full of both heartbreak and hope by Richard &amp; Judy bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. 
 
'A work of art...enchanting' -- San Francisco Chronicle 
'Surprisingly wonderful' -- Mirror 
'Well written and compelling' -- ***** Reader review 
'I could not put it down. Absolutely loved it' -- ***** Reader review 
'Absolutely wonderful' -- ***** Reader review 
'Loved it - and I want more...!' -- ***** Reader review 
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ONE SUMMER - ONE LIFE CHANGING JOURNEY... 
 
Carly and her little sister Jen are walking. Something terrible has happened. Something that has left Carly in charge, her faith in humanity shattered. She knows they need help but she is terrified of her sister being taken away from her. All they have is each other. 
 
Carly wants them to find their way back to the last person she knew she could trust - their stepfather. But Jen holds a secret about him which, if she's telling the truth, will put them both at far more risk than they could imagine...

Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of more than 15 novels including Pay it Forward (which was made into a film starring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt) and the bestselling Love in the Present Tense. Catherine lives in California. 
 
For more information on Catherine Ryan Hyde and her books, see her website at www.catherineryanhyde.com

a powerful, mesmerizing and moving novel from bestselling Richard and Judy Book Club author Catherine Ryan Hyde

When You Were Older

Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Diane Chamberlain, the powerful new novel from the bestselling author of Love in the Present Tense.

From the pen of international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde comes a compelling, emotional and genuinely heartfelt novel that fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold will absolutely devour. 
 
'A remarkable story of the magic of love' -- Daily Express 
'A work of art . . . enchanting' -- San Francisco Chronicle 
'Surprisingly wonderful' --Mirror 
'Very moving and sensitive' -- ***** Reader review 
'I couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review 
'Beautifully written, a charming and insightful story' -- ***** Reader review 
'I absolutely loved this book' -- ***** Reader review 
'Compelling from start to finish' -- ***** Reader review 
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THE QUICKEST DECISION YOU MAKE COULD BE THE ONE THAT SAVES YOUR LIFE... 
 
I was doing my best to get out the door. And then the phone rang. I almost let it go. 
 
New York, September 11th 2001 
 
Russell Ammiano is rushing to work when he gets a phone call that saves his life. As the city he loves is hit by unimaginable tragedy, Russell must turn his back and hurry home to Kansas. 
 
Kansas, September 14th 2001 
 
Ben Ammiano is mentally disabled, and a creature of habit. Any change to his routine sends him into a spin. But now his estranged brother has reappeared, and Ben's simple, ordered world has turned upside down. 
 
In a story as heartbreaking as it is uplifting, two brothers must bury their pasts and learn from each other, if they are to survive.

Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of more than 14 novels including Pay it Forward (which was made into a feature film starring Kevin Spacey and Helen Hunt) and the bestselling Love in the Present Tense. 
 
For more information on Catherine Ryan Hyde and her books, see her website at www.catherineryanhyde.com

From the pen of international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde comes a compelling, emotional and genuinely heartfelt novel that fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold will absolutely devour. 
 
'A remarkable story of the magic of love' -- Daily Express 
'A work of art . . . enchanting' -- San Francisco Chronicle 
'Surprisingly wonderful' --Mirror 
'Very moving and sensitive' -- ***** Reader review 
'I couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review 
'Beautifully written, a charming and insightful story' -- ***** Reader review 
'I absolutely loved this book' -- ***** Reader review 
'Compelling from start to finish' -- ***** Reader review 
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THE QUICKEST DECISION YOU MAKE COULD BE THE ONE THAT SAVES YOUR LIFE... 
 
I was doing my best to get out the door. And then the phone rang. I almost let it go. 
 
 New York, September 11th 2001 
 
 Russell Ammiano is rushing to work when he gets a phone call that saves his life. As the city he loves is hit by unimaginable tragedy, Russell must turn his back and hurry home to Kansas. 
 
 Kansas, September 14th 2001 
 
 Ben Ammiano is mentally disabled, and a creature of habit. Any change to his routine sends him into a spin. But now his estranged brother has reappeared, and Ben's simple, ordered world has turned upside down. 
 
 In a story as heartbreaking as it is uplifting, two brothers must bury their pasts and learn from each other, if they are to survive.

a compelling, emotionally charged and heart-warming novel from bestselling Richard and Judy Book Club author Catherine Ryan Hyde

Don't Let Me Go

The compelling, emotionally charged and heartwarming new novel from the bestselling author of Love in the Present Tense. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult.

A beautiful, uplifting and enthralling novel about a community brought together by a young girl from international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold. 
 
'Original and wonderful' -- Sun 
'With a host of loveable characters, fans of Jodi Picoult will enjoy the turbulent but ultimately uplifting story' -- Big Issue 
'I was hooked... there are some laugh-out-loud antics... an excellent read' -- New Books 
'Could not put it down' -- ***** Reader review 
'Pure emotion' -- ***** Reader review 
'This book held me spellbound to the end' -- ***** Reader review 
'Absolutely loved this book' -- ***** Reader review 
'Absolutely fantastic' -- ***** Reader review 
 
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WHAT IF THE ONLY WAY TO SAVE YOUR MOTHER...IS TO LEAVE HER? 
 
GRACE 
Ten-year-old Grace knows that her mum loves her, but her mum loves drugs too. And there's only so long Grace can fend off the 'woman from the county' who is threatening to put her into care. Her only hope is... 
 
BILLY 
Grown-man Billy Shine hasn't been out of his apartment for years. People scare him, and the outside world scares him even more. Day in, day out, he lives a perfectly orchestrated silent life within his four walls. Until now. . . 
 
THE PLAN 
Grace bursts into Billy's life with a loud voice and a brave plan to get her mum clean. And it won't be easy, because they will have to confiscate the one thing her mum holds most dear . . . they will have to kidnap Grace.

With a host of loveable characters, fans of Jodi Picoult will enjoy the turbulent but ultimately uplifting story

I was hooked... there are some laugh-out-loud antics... an excellent read

A beautiful, uplifting and enthralling novel about a community brought together by a young girl from international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold. 
 
'Original and wonderful' -- Sun 
'With a host of loveable characters, fans of Jodi Picoult will enjoy the turbulent but ultimately uplifting story' -- Big Issue 
'I was hooked... there are some laugh-out-loud antics... an excellent read' -- New Books 
'Could not put it down' -- ***** Reader review 
'Pure emotion' -- ***** Reader review 
'This book held me spellbound to the end' -- ***** Reader review 
'Absolutely loved this book' -- ***** Reader review 
'Absolutely fantastic' -- ***** Reader review 
 
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WHAT IF THE ONLY WAY TO SAVE YOUR MOTHER...IS TO LEAVE HER? 
 
GRACE 
Ten-year-old Grace knows that her mum loves her, but her mum loves drugs too. And there's only so long Grace can fend off the 'woman from the county' who is threatening to put her into care. Her only hope is... 
 
BILLY 
Grown-man Billy Shine hasn't been out of his apartment for years. People scare him, and the outside world scares him even more. Day in, day out, he lives a perfectly orchestrated silent life within his four walls. Until now. . . 
 
THE PLAN 
Grace bursts into Billy's life with a loud voice and a brave plan to get her mum clean. And it won't be easy, because they will have to confiscate the one thing her mum holds most dear . . . they will have to kidnap Grace.

a piercing, emotionally charged novel from bestselling Richard and Judy Book Club author Catherine Ryan Hyde

Second Hand Heart

Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, a piercing, emotionally charged novel from the bestselling author of Love in the Present Tense.

Fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold will love this mesmerising, emotive and enthralling novel from international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. 
 
'An extraordinary and unforgettable book - powerful, poignant and incredibly moving. I read the whole thing at a sitting, and absolutely loved it' -- SUSAN LEWIS 
'Compelling new book' -- Woman's Own 
'...powerful emotions are aroused. A compelling, thoughtful read' -- Choice Magazine 
'Impossible to put down' -- ***** Reader review 
'This book is AMAZING!!!' -- ***** Reader review 
'An absolutely amazing read which drew me in from the first page and wouldn't let me go until I had finished' -- ***** Reader review 
'Very well-written...a gripping tale' -- ***** Reader review 
 
 
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SHE'S BEEN GIVEN A CHANCE TO LIVE, BUT DOES SHE KNOW HOW? 
 
One girl: Vida is nineteen, very sick, and has spent her short life preparing for death. But a new chance brings its own story, because for Vida to live, someone had to die. 
 
One man: Richard has just lost his beloved wife in a car accident. He hasn't even begun to address his grief, but feels compelled to meet the girl who inherited his wife's heart. 
 
Someone else's heart: In hospital Vida sees Richard and immediately falls in love. Of course he dismisses her as a foolish child. But is she? Can two people be bound by a second hand heart?

An extraordinary and unforgettable book - powerful, poignant and incredibly moving. I read the whole thing at a sitting, and absolutely loved it

...powerful emotions are aroused. A compelling, thoughtful read

Catherine Ryan Hyde is the author of several highly acclaimed novels including the award winning Pay It Forward, and the Richard &amp; Judy bestseller Love in the Present Tense. She lives in Cambria, California.

Fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold will love this mesmerising, emotive and enthralling novel from international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. 
 
'An extraordinary and unforgettable book - powerful, poignant and incredibly moving. I read the whole thing at a sitting, and absolutely loved it' -- SUSAN LEWIS 
'Compelling new book' -- Woman's Own 
'...powerful emotions are aroused. A compelling, thoughtful read' -- Choice Magazine 
'Impossible to put down' -- ***** Reader review 
'This book is AMAZING!!!' -- ***** Reader review 
'An absolutely amazing read which drew me in from the first page and wouldn't let me go until I had finished' -- ***** Reader review 
'Very well-written...a gripping tale' -- ***** Reader review 
 
 
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SHE'S BEEN GIVEN A CHANCE TO LIVE, BUT DOES SHE KNOW HOW? 
 
One girl: Vida is nineteen, very sick, and has spent her short life preparing for death. But a new chance brings its own story, because for Vida to live, someone had to die. 
 
 One man: Richard has just lost his beloved wife in a car accident. He hasn't even begun to address his grief, but feels compelled to meet the girl who inherited his wife's heart. 
 
 Someone else's heart: In hospital Vida sees Richard and immediately falls in love. Of course he dismisses her as a foolish child. But is she? Can two people be bound by a second hand heart?

Catherine Ryan Hyde

A heroic, superbly crafted novel worth reading again and again and again

Ryan Hyde spins her tale so effortlessly that the reader closes the book with a quiet sense of elation

a powerful and thought-provoking novel from bestselling Richard and Judy Book Club author Catherine Ryan Hyde

Fans of Jodi Picoult, Susan Lewis, Mitch Alborn and Alice Sebold will love this compelling, emotionally charged and unforgettable novel from international bestselling author Catherine Ryan Hyde. 
 
'A heroic, superbly crafted novel worth reading again and again and again' - The Denver Post 
'Ryan Hyde spins her tale so effortlessly that the reader closes the book with a quiet sense of elation' -- San Francisco Chronicle 
'I couldn't put it down' -- ****** Reader review 
'Pure emotion' -- ***** Reader review 
'This book held me spellbound to the end' -- ***** Reader review 
'Absolutely loved this book' -- ***** Reader review 
 
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THERE'S A SPLIT SECOND BETWEEN HAVING IT ALL, AND LOSING EVERYTHING. 
 
Hayden briefly has it all: a wife and daughter he adores and a baby on the way. But when his son dies at birth, a deep anger emerges, robbing Hayden of everything. 
 
Years on, Hayden is living in self-imposed exile. He's just lost his beloved dog and is now losing Laurel, the only woman he's loved since... 
 
But just as Hayden's rage rises again, a young figure from the past emerges, forcing him to re-visit his long-buried childhood...

Catherine Ryan Hyde

Praise for The Hardest Part of Love

A heroic, superbly crafted novel worth reading again and again and again

Ryan Hyde spins her tale so effortlessly that the reader closes the book with a quiet sense of elation

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