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Growing Up Little
Nikki Braedon's abusive parents never let her forget she was an unexpected surprise. Abandoned at sixteen, she is forced to pay the ultimate price for being unwanted. Her one salvation is Jake, the big brother with whom she shares an unbreakable bond.
The circumstances of his upbringing made twenty-two year old Jake hard-as-nails. His one soft spot is Nikki, the sister he affectionately calls, "Little." He tries to protect her by keeping her at his side constantly; unintentionally exposing her to situations she's not ready to handle.
When Nikki's drawn into a rivalry between Jake and an old enemy, a violent chain of events destroys her trust and confidence; causing her to lean on Jake more than usual.
Realizing his sister must fight her own battles, Jake tries convincing Nikki that growing up and becoming independent doesn't mean losing his love. But it's his best friend, Charlie, who finally gets through...
The circumstances of his upbringing made twenty-two year old Jake hard-as-nails. His one soft spot is Nikki, the sister he affectionately calls, "Little." He tries to protect her by keeping her at his side constantly; unintentionally exposing her to situations she's not ready to handle.
When Nikki's drawn into a rivalry between Jake and an old enemy, a violent chain of events destroys her trust and confidence; causing her to lean on Jake more than usual.
Realizing his sister must fight her own battles, Jake tries convincing Nikki that growing up and becoming independent doesn't mean losing his love. But it's his best friend, Charlie, who finally gets through...
288 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2006
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March 5, 2008
Common interests can lead to forming lifelong friendships. Lauren, Joey (her husband), and I have become good friends over the past few years after a chance meeting at a rock concert. If you are familiar with the Baltimore and Hagerstown areas of Maryland, then you will connect with the characters in her books.
I sent the following message to Lauren shortly after completing "Growing Up Little" on June 10, 2007...
"No excuses... I purchased your book after meeting you and Joey last December at the Zu in MD during a Funny Money show, and I just completed it today! It's been a busy year. However... I'm finally done after two marathon sessions of 100 pages each! (I love marathons, whether running or reading!)
Anyway... what a fantastic read! I enjoyed learning about Nikki's life through each chapter, especially the closeness with her brother (Jake) and the development of her relationship with Charlie. Your vivid description of various events made me feel like I was a part of each one.
Now... I'm looking forward to reading about the McCassey brothers! Keep up the great work, Lauren!"
I sent the following message to Lauren shortly after completing "Growing Up Little" on June 10, 2007...
"No excuses... I purchased your book after meeting you and Joey last December at the Zu in MD during a Funny Money show, and I just completed it today! It's been a busy year. However... I'm finally done after two marathon sessions of 100 pages each! (I love marathons, whether running or reading!)
Anyway... what a fantastic read! I enjoyed learning about Nikki's life through each chapter, especially the closeness with her brother (Jake) and the development of her relationship with Charlie. Your vivid description of various events made me feel like I was a part of each one.
Now... I'm looking forward to reading about the McCassey brothers! Keep up the great work, Lauren!"
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