I don't always read these kinds of books, but I found this one irresistible. Liz has been a preacher's wife for over twenty years, repressed and dominated by her husband (and his church, complete with knitting circle). She can't communicate with her daughter and has no allies but her friend Val. When her husband dies, Liz embarks on an enlightening journey of self-discovery, showing that it's never too late - for her or her daughter. An ideal read for troubled times, A Borrowed Life will make you want to reach out to your family (and eat lots of chocolate cake and drink margaritas)! I look forward to seeing more family stories and romances from this author.

Engaging read. The narrative is compelling, heartbreaking & hilarious - exactly like real life. Young Liz looks for security and realizes all she's achieved is modern enslavement, from those who claim to care for her (or her image) the most, a common family dynamic. Embracing her 2nd life's journey -she kicks down doors and happily frees others too. You'll cry and cheer for her all the same and maybe find some courage of your own.

Liz is a pastor's wife and upon her husband's sudden death, she realizes how sheltered her life has become and how her husband's words and actions shaped her life. Now that she is experiencing life on her own, her perspective has changed, and her horizons have expanded.

Really cute book to take your mind off things. Lovely story.

Thanks to author, publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book. While I got the book for free,it had no bearing on the rating I gave it.

"I'm tired of silencing my emotions, tired of letting everybody tell me what to do. I'll do my own thinking."
I love Kerry Anne King's books and this one had me captured from the very beginning.
I did not want it to end!
There is no doubt that everyone knows a person like the main character, Liz.
Liz at age forty-nine loses her husband to a massive heart attack. Her husband was a preacher who had control over his wife, daughter and his parishioners, but not his own death.
Liz feels guilt, relief and freedom. She is now on her own. Can she actually begin to enjoy the world?
Her daughter Abigail is a nurse in her twenties and thinks her Mom needs some serious help. Perhaps it is just grief causing her mom to act so bizarre.
Liz gets involved with a theatre play, makes some new friends and then finds herself pregnant!
WHAT??

This is a novel of learning to love and respect yourself, no matter what age you are.
I found myself praying that Liz would be able to stand up for herself and that Abigail would see all the potential in her own life.
This is a wonderful, emotional book!

Liz was the perfect wife for 26 years, when her pastor husband unexpectedly dies. Their daughter moves back to take care of her, but does Liz need to be cared for? Between daughter Abigail and the voice of her husband in her head, Liz wonders if she will ever find her true self again.

At 49, Liz finally finds herself.

I enjoyed the book. It was a quick read. I thought the characters of Liz and Val were well developed. I felt like the other characters were caricatures and stereotypical small town church-goers.

I’d like to thank the author, the publisher, and net galley for the ARC in return for a fair and honest review.

Liz finds herself at a crossroad after her husband sudden death in front of her, Two different possibilities. Will she follow living her dormant and unchallenged existence of will she open her mind and her heart to new and fulfilling experiences? On the one side stands her daughter Abigail. On the other side, her friend Val helps her to open up to new experiences. There will be lots of bumps and holes through the road. But there are jewels to be found too. It's just a matter of hope and pursue.
I loved this book from the very beginning. The characters are well developed and the pace is good. I didn't know the author, but I'd love to read more from her.

The story starts with Liz, who had been married to a pastor for 26 years. She's had to maintain the appearance of being a perfect pastor's wife for her family and congregation. This has been difficult for her, as she has been untrue to herself, her need and wants. When her husband Thomas unexpectedly dies of a heart attack, Liz finds herself overwhelmed by feelings of grief, shock, and, surprisingly, the freedom to make decisions for herself. She's hesitant at first to make changes to her life, as her daughter, Abigail, has difficulty seeing her mother in a different and new light. With the help of new friends that she makes in the theater group she joins, she begins to revel in the character she plays, exploring new possibilities and relationships, including a new love interest.

She finds herself pregnant at 49 and experiences conflict between her daughter, Lance, and her soon to be baby son.

I enjoyed this book so much and find myself cheering for Liz through her challenges. A lovely read.

I would like to thank the author, publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.