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The Elphite
Ellie's life is just one long, bad case of déjà vu. She has lived her life before - a hundred times before - and she remembers each and every lifetime. Each time, she has changed things, but has never managed to change the ending. This time, in this life, she hopes that it will be different. So she makes the biggest change of all - she tries to avoid meeting him. Her soulmate. The love of her life. Because maybe if they don't meet, she can finally change her destiny. But fate has other ideas...
216 pages, Paperback
First published December 12, 2012
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About the author
Michelle Gordon
37 books19 followersI have been writing for over twenty years, and every time I start a new project, it reminds me of the magic that can be created by simple words. I spent most of my childhood in other worlds, and I always knew that I wanted to create faraway lands for people to escape to when they felt the need.
When I write, I have no idea what is going to happen, or where the story is going, which makes the twists and turns in the story just as shocking to me as they are to the reader.
I absolutely love to hear from my readers, it’s what keeps me motivated to keep writing and publishing. In the times when I feel like giving up, I will receive a beautiful message from a reader thanking me for giving them hope, or making them feel like they finally belong, or for reminding them of something they once knew, but had long since forgotten. And so I keep writing.
When I write, I have no idea what is going to happen, or where the story is going, which makes the twists and turns in the story just as shocking to me as they are to the reader.
I absolutely love to hear from my readers, it’s what keeps me motivated to keep writing and publishing. In the times when I feel like giving up, I will receive a beautiful message from a reader thanking me for giving them hope, or making them feel like they finally belong, or for reminding them of something they once knew, but had long since forgotten. And so I keep writing.
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June 30, 2014
**This review originally appeared on Author Alliance.**
Have you seen the movie Groundhog Day? Even if you haven’t, you’ve probably heard of it. In it, Bill Murray’s character has to live the same day over and over and over again until he gets it right. Every time he goes through the same events with the same people. And every time he ends up driving away Andie MacDowell’s character…until the last time…when he gets everything right.
The Elphite is reminiscent of Groundhog Day in that Ellie has lived her life over and over again. For twenty-two some odd years, she goes through the same experiences, the same heartache, and the same loss. In every life, she meets Luke, the man she’s supposed to be with. They’ve lived their relationship so many times in so many different ways, but every time, it ends the same way. With Ellie’s untimely and early death.
The book starts out with Ellie and Luke meeting in one of her lives. Ellie is desperate to change the outcome of her life. She wants to live past twenty-something. She doesn’t want to die so quickly after meeting Luke. Sometimes they have a year together, sometimes three or four, but she always leaves him too soon. This time, she tells him about her unique knowledge. He believes her. They’ve been together so many times in their many lives that the connection between them is instantaneous and strong. But too soon, Luke leaves after reading Ellie’s diary and learning that she was desperate not to meet him this time to see if that would change things. Once again, Ellie’s life ends abruptly.
And then we get into the meat of the book. Ellie’s new life. In this life, she meets a kindly neighbor who claims to be psychic. Mrs. M teaches her to stay in the present. Not focus on her past life or her future, but just the present. And from there, we explore Ellie. Who she is, who she wants to be.
The Elphite is a quick read. I loved the relationship between Ellie and Luke. I loved watching Ellie figure out how to live her current life and enjoy it. About 3/4 of the way through the book, there’s a major twist that I did not see coming. All along I knew there had to be something coming. Something that would change everything. And when it hit, it nearly took my breath away. From that point, the story really took a heart-wrenching turn.
I do feel like there could have been more. It felt like the author had more to say. I wanted a little more explanation, particularly at the very end with the last gut-wrenching scene. But the writing was very well done, the story grabbed me from the start, and I loved how it made me think.
Live each life, each day, to the fullest. Be present. Read and enjoy.
Have you seen the movie Groundhog Day? Even if you haven’t, you’ve probably heard of it. In it, Bill Murray’s character has to live the same day over and over and over again until he gets it right. Every time he goes through the same events with the same people. And every time he ends up driving away Andie MacDowell’s character…until the last time…when he gets everything right.
The Elphite is reminiscent of Groundhog Day in that Ellie has lived her life over and over again. For twenty-two some odd years, she goes through the same experiences, the same heartache, and the same loss. In every life, she meets Luke, the man she’s supposed to be with. They’ve lived their relationship so many times in so many different ways, but every time, it ends the same way. With Ellie’s untimely and early death.
The book starts out with Ellie and Luke meeting in one of her lives. Ellie is desperate to change the outcome of her life. She wants to live past twenty-something. She doesn’t want to die so quickly after meeting Luke. Sometimes they have a year together, sometimes three or four, but she always leaves him too soon. This time, she tells him about her unique knowledge. He believes her. They’ve been together so many times in their many lives that the connection between them is instantaneous and strong. But too soon, Luke leaves after reading Ellie’s diary and learning that she was desperate not to meet him this time to see if that would change things. Once again, Ellie’s life ends abruptly.
And then we get into the meat of the book. Ellie’s new life. In this life, she meets a kindly neighbor who claims to be psychic. Mrs. M teaches her to stay in the present. Not focus on her past life or her future, but just the present. And from there, we explore Ellie. Who she is, who she wants to be.
The Elphite is a quick read. I loved the relationship between Ellie and Luke. I loved watching Ellie figure out how to live her current life and enjoy it. About 3/4 of the way through the book, there’s a major twist that I did not see coming. All along I knew there had to be something coming. Something that would change everything. And when it hit, it nearly took my breath away. From that point, the story really took a heart-wrenching turn.
I do feel like there could have been more. It felt like the author had more to say. I wanted a little more explanation, particularly at the very end with the last gut-wrenching scene. But the writing was very well done, the story grabbed me from the start, and I loved how it made me think.
Live each life, each day, to the fullest. Be present. Read and enjoy.
May 13, 2014
I am so glad that I was able to read The Elphite, because this book is just…amazing. This book is categorized as Visionary Fiction. I had never heard of that genre before, but I love it! The story between Ellie and her soulmate is beautifully presented. You really get sucked into the story as you travel with Ellie through her lives. You experience her fears and frustrations; her love and her struggle to avoid love; her joy and her pain. And then…the plot twists! Oh, the plot twists! I can’t even really put much about the plot or the characters for fear of ruining the story. but, trust me, the story is worth the read!!!
However, what REALLY resonated deeply with me are the lessons and themes that are weaved throughout the story. The idea of not letting regret over the past or fear of the future dictate your life. of being fully present in the moment and enjoying it. About how much more we can enjoy life when we put on blinders and focus on what is right in front of us. About how much of an effect our thoughts and words can impact the direction of our lives. About letting go of pain and negativity and allowing yourself to experience the fullness that life has to offer you. This book is the perfect combination of great characters, an interesting plot, inspiration, and important life lessons. It really made me stop and think about my life and the way I view things. It made me reflect on three facts: “I am awake. I am alive. I am loved’. Really fantastic book!
Check out my FULL review here: http://singlemommywarrior.com/book-re...
However, what REALLY resonated deeply with me are the lessons and themes that are weaved throughout the story. The idea of not letting regret over the past or fear of the future dictate your life. of being fully present in the moment and enjoying it. About how much more we can enjoy life when we put on blinders and focus on what is right in front of us. About how much of an effect our thoughts and words can impact the direction of our lives. About letting go of pain and negativity and allowing yourself to experience the fullness that life has to offer you. This book is the perfect combination of great characters, an interesting plot, inspiration, and important life lessons. It really made me stop and think about my life and the way I view things. It made me reflect on three facts: “I am awake. I am alive. I am loved’. Really fantastic book!
Check out my FULL review here: http://singlemommywarrior.com/book-re...
February 6, 2016
this book is just…amazing. You guys have probably noticed that I like books that have a sort of mystical undertone. This book is categorized as Visionary Fiction. I had never heard of that genre before, but I love it! The story between Ellie and her soulmate is beautifully presented. You really get sucked into the story as you travel with Ellie through her lives. You experience her fears and frustrations; her love and her struggle to avoid love; her joy and her pain. And then…the plot twists! Oh, the plot twists! There were times when I had to stop reading and message Michelle about something that had just happened. I can’t even really put much about the plot or the characters for fear of ruining the story. but, trust me, the story is worth the read!!!
However, what REALLY resonated deeply with me are the lessons and themes that are weaved throughout the story. The idea of not letting regret over the past or fear of the future dictate your life. of being fully present in the moment and enjoying it. About how much more we can enjoy life when we put on blinders and focus on what is right in front of us. About how much of an effect our thoughts and words can impact the direction of our lives. About letting go of pain and negativity and allowing yourself to experience the fullness that life has to offer you. This book is the perfect combination of great characters, an interesting plot, inspiration, and important life lessons. It really made me stop and think about my life and the way I view things. It made me reflect on three facts: “I am awake. I am alive. I am loved’.
Overall, I loved this book and what it has taught me. I highly recommend it!
However, what REALLY resonated deeply with me are the lessons and themes that are weaved throughout the story. The idea of not letting regret over the past or fear of the future dictate your life. of being fully present in the moment and enjoying it. About how much more we can enjoy life when we put on blinders and focus on what is right in front of us. About how much of an effect our thoughts and words can impact the direction of our lives. About letting go of pain and negativity and allowing yourself to experience the fullness that life has to offer you. This book is the perfect combination of great characters, an interesting plot, inspiration, and important life lessons. It really made me stop and think about my life and the way I view things. It made me reflect on three facts: “I am awake. I am alive. I am loved’.
Overall, I loved this book and what it has taught me. I highly recommend it!
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