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She fights to remember. He wishes he could forget.

It’s 22 February 2011 and the city of Christchurch, New Zealand is bustling. Sian Bennett and her baby son are window-shopping, waiting patiently to join her husband for lunch after his business meeting.

Then the ground begins to shake and the life she had is gone. Buried beneath the rubble in the aftermath of the 6.3 magnitude earthquake, Sian survives - barely - but her husband and son do not.

Two years on, struggling with short-term memory loss and crippling social anxiety, Sian retreats to a lakeside cottage in Rotorua. There, among the ghosts of her family, is the only place she feels safe.

When enigmatic American soldier Luke Lancaster moves into the derelict cottage beyond the trees, he respects his reclusive neighbour’s silent plea for privacy. Wrestling with ghosts of his own, he keeps himself busy by renovating his cottage and staying out of her way.

Two strangers from opposite sides of the world. One secret that will either bind them together or tear them apart.

How far would you go to hold on to the ones you love?

In the Shadow of Satellites is Amanda Dick’s latest searing novel about love, loss and the strength of the human spirit.

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Patti O'Hara

So So Beautiful!

Reviewed in Australia on 20 September 2016

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Amanda Dick has done it again! An absolutely beautiful, yet heartbreaking story of human spirit. Amanda has this incredible ability to express the huge range of human emotions so vividly it feels real....tangible. Like it's happening to you.

Sian and Luke have lost so much and have experienced more tragedy in their young lives than most people experience in a lifetime. From the first page, I was drawn into the tale of loss and heartbreak (I don't know how people cope with such grief) and the strength it takes to move on. Through Sian, Luke, Anna and Chris we see the huge importance of love, friendship, support, trust and ultimately, letting go! It's an incredible experience. I cried, laughed and cried again. My heart was so full at times and I wanted to reach out and give Sian and Luke a massive hug!

By the end of this book you will want to reach out to someone you love and show them just how much! Amazing! Beautiful!

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Meoneo

You hold my heart I'll hold yours

Reviewed in Australia on 25 August 2016

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Love is messy. Shadow of Satellites reminds us that messy love is okay in fact sometimes it's perfect. The author effortlessly allows the characters in this story connect with the reader leaving behind real life tears, shock and joy. If you read for the wonder of exploring human relationships put this book on your "must read" list.

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Sherralynne

A Spellbinding and amazing story

Reviewed in Australia on 21 August 2016

I am lucky enough to have read this latest story of Amanda's. My first thought after finishing Amanda's latest story was "wow". A story of love and loss, I cannot recommend this story highly enough. Amanda uses real life happenings (Christchurch's February 2011 earthquake and the Afghanistan conflict) to base her story of Sian and Luke, who are both struggling to come to terms with their pasts. The story is based in the central North Island region of New Zealand which I am familiar with. As a fellow New Zealander, like Amanda, I can totally relate to the scenes thst Amanda has created in this amazing story. Amanda is one of the few authors who can create visual images in my imagination that remain with me from beginning to end. A definite must read.

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Wendy S

I really enjoyed this book

Reviewed in Australia on 23 August 2016

I really enjoyed this book, I was a bit worried about the sensitive issue of the earthquake, having friends who live there, but Amanda Dick dealt with this very well.
I haven't been to the part of New Zealand that book is set in, but I hope to one day.
I liked the relationship building between Sian and Luke, at a realistic speed and not without some rocky moments. The characters were very real and I felt the grief Sian was feeling was very well portrayed.
I hope some of my New Zealand based friends read this. I'd like to read some reviews from NZ based people.

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magictwinkle03

Truly Beautiful ...

Reviewed in Australia on 22 August 2016

Well, yet again, Amanda has left me struggling to find the words to talk about this book. Fantastic doesn't really seem to do it justice! I have read all of Amanda's books, to date, and each time I say the one I've read is my favourite - this is my favourite!!

I love how Amanda takes you an emotional journey with each of her books, and In The Shadow of Satellites is no different. I feel like I'm a part of the story, living each of the moments with the characters. And what fabulous characters they are - I feel like I know everything about Sian and Luke, I feel like I've been on their journey with them!

Sian and Luke are two very similar, but also very different people, each coming to terms with their own horrendous heartbreak. Although neighbours, they both live in isolation trying to come to terms with their reasons for wanting to be alone. They see each other from a distance, a relationship they are both comfortable with. However, with the help, support and guidance of some fantastic friends, they may finally both get their second chance at life.

In The Shadow of Satellites is a truly beautiful read and will leave you wanting more from this amazing author.

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Kate

Loved It!!

Reviewed in Australia on 21 August 2016

Fantastic! Amanda's books alway have me hooked and wanting more when finished! (and yes usually with a book hangover!) I truly loved this story, it was beautifully written, engaging and easy to read. I would have to say its my favourite book of Amanda's!

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Sue D

An amazing 5 + stars!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 February 2017

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My first book by this author and it certainly will not be the last. A really original and well written story of Sian who wakes from a coma after 5 months after being injured in an earthquake to find her husband and baby son are dead and buried. Having to re-learn how to do everything again after mild brain trauma she retreats to her childhood home on a quiet island and is drowning in sorrow. A new neighbour Luke who has obviously got troubles of his own sparks an interest in her and they are drawn to each other.
The story between Sian and Luke was brilliantly written with emotion and feeling that I have not read for a long time, it was almost like these feelings had been experienced by the author. Very highly recommended, but be warned and have plenty of tissues at the ready, I had to keep stopping to mop up a few tears.

Marta

An amazing, emotional, realistic, hopeful journey

Reviewed in Italy on 25 September 2016

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"In the Shadow of Satellites"is my first Amanda Dick read, but I am sure it will not be the last!
This book is not only a well written story, but also a deep, precise portrait of a suffering human spirit, stuck between the pain of the memories and the fear of the future.
An amazing, emotional, realistic, hopeful journey!

I loved this hauntingly-beautiful bittersweet tale.

Reviewed in the United States on 21 August 2016

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The only criticism I have with this book is that I found it a little slower paced than I was expecting. (Mostly near the beginning). As I got further in however, I began to appreciate the unhurried pace. The process of grief and emotion can take years, and Ms Dick's gentle pace at the start gave an added element of realism to it all. Her approach to the Christchurch quake, a real event, was factual and sensitive. The entire book was beautifully written and I had no problem bonding with the characters.

As usual, Ms Dick's style of writing was abundant with gut wrenching emotion, and at times, deep soulful anguish. It tugged on heart-string after heart-string but there were smiles through those cloudy moments, too. The characters were step-off-the-page real, and their dreams and fears vividly believable.

My initial eagerness to see Sian put her trauma behind her melted away as the story progressed. I still wanted it for her of course, but it was overtaken by my urgent need to learn more about the fascinating Luke Lancaster, a man with demons of his own. As the two got to know one another better, I became firmly embedded in the world of lakeside retreats and quirky dogs. Despite the huge obstacles Sian was presented with, it was always clear she wanted to overcome them. So, the reader's heart went along the same rollercoaster hers did.

I do recommend having a box of tissues handy whilst reading this book, but it's well worth it. It left a lasting impression in my heart.

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Chattykat

Another amazing story by this very talented author!

Reviewed in the United States on 23 August 2016

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"Not all those who wander are lost." ~~ J.R.R. Tolkien (One of my favorite quotes!)

First of all, I love this stunning book cover. Just beautiful... but, I love the color purple so I guess I may be a little biased. And, the blurb does a pretty good job of laying out what you will be getting in this story. In fact, I knew when I read the opening line of this newest release by Amanda Dick that I was in for another amazing journey! Each time I open a book by this author I know that I am in for something new and original and I also know that my emotions are getting ready to be pummeled. But, that's okay... I love a good emotional roller coaster ride AND especially so when by the end of the ride I can look back and see that all of the bumps, twists and turns were worth the trouble.

Sian is a woman who is haunted by ghosts from her past. She is coping with an unimaginable loss and lives in isolation. Luke is also haunted by his past, and on the outside looking in you would think that he is also lost. But, as the story progressed I realized that Luke wasn't lost at all. He was exactly where he wanted to be. Luke and Sian reminded me of a giant jigsaw puzzle. They were two pieces that fit perfectly together. But, first they had to sort through the many, many other pieces of the puzzle before they finally found where they fit and belonged. Together, they were able to make sense of the experiences and loss they had endured. Together they helped complete the puzzle and finally feel whole again.

My favorite character in the book was definitely Geezer the dog. Yes, I am a sucker for adorable, pushy and sneaky animals. They do bring life into our lives don't they? And, sometimes a little bit of trouble. Geezer was indeed a catalyst for helping bring Sian and Luke together. Dogs have a way of leading you down paths you wouldn't usually wander. They are quite often smarter than us humans when it comes to finding where we belong. :)

I also loved how this book takes us not only on the journey of loss in regards to Sian, but also how that loss caused a rippling affect to those around Sian. Her friends Ana and Chris were struggling right along with her and I loved how they rallied behind her and allowed her to deal with the ghosts from her past in her own way. Truly amazing friends and a reminder of how important it is to be present for those you love know matter how hard life throws the punches.

The writing in this story is beautiful! Amanda always makes me "feel" and think about life from a different perspective. This book made me think about how difficult it is to cope with loss and how even harder it must be to be re-build your life even when it seems impossible. It's about loss, fear and grief but also about trust, friendship and courage. It takes courage to move forward from a past that haunts you every step of the way. And, it takes trust to allow someone to help you along. This is what Sian and Luke did for each other.

This was an amazingly written story in a beautiful setting that left me with a sense of hope by the end. A reminder that even though doors are constantly being closed or slammed or even obliterated, there are always more to be opened if we just take a chance.

I would highly recommend this to those who love to indulge in women's fiction that also has a healthy dose of romance. The meat of this story lies in the healing that takes place on Sian's journey back to living in the present and putting away the ghosts that haunt her. The strong feelings that develop between Sian and Luke are the side dishes that just make the whole meal come together.

Another well written story that hit me straight in the heart!

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Annie

Great characters, great setting, easy to read and a nice story.

Reviewed in the United States on 2 September 2017

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This was a really nice story. I chose this book because I lived through all the Christchurch earthquakes and this is the first novel I have seen that has that as a backdrop. In fact the earthquakes are just a backdrop, barely mentioned. This was more a recovery from a loss, and head injury tale, and in the end a love story, and I really liked it. Great characters, great setting, easy to read and a nice story. What more can you ask for?

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