Feb 25, 2014

Women’s Fiction Book Tour: Twelve Houses by Olga Soaje 3/10/14 – 3/24/14 + Giveaway

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Tour Dates: 3/10/14 - 3/24/14

Genres: Women's
Fiction

Blurb:


Took My Breath Away-Powerful Reading!
Every once in a while a book comes along that takes your breath
away with its powerful message and magnetic words. Twelve Houses by Olga
Soaje has rocked me back on my heels.”

Olga Soaje has created a masterpiece of words that flow through each page, rich with detail and emotion”

Twelve Houses is an amazing piece of art that comes alive in your hands and your heart.” – Dii (Tome Tender Book Blog)


Can anything good follow the best thing that ever happened to you?

Amelia Weiss loved her husband of thirty-five years very much, but  now he’s left her a widow. Without him, she is unable to work in her  sculpture studio without crying. She no longer has a bridge to her estranged daughter. And she can’t seem to keep her mind in the present.

But when her daughter reaches out asking for her help and her agent  threatens a lawsuit if Amelia doesn’t deliver for an upcoming exhibit,  she’s forced to make a choice. Will she reengage with her life and the  people in it—allowing room for things to be different than they were  before? Or, will she remain stuck in the past, choosing her memories  over real-life relationships?

Thrust fully into the present, Amelia stumbles into a surprising journey of self-discovery.

Excerpt:

One

Since You’ve Been Gone
Stay with me.
Don’t fall asleep too soon.
The angels can wait for a moment.

—Westlife, “Written in the Stars”

You promised you would never leave me. Thirty-five years ago, I looked you directly in the eye and heard, “I will never leave  you,” as we stood next to the ocean. And now, like a thief in the night, you go. No last words, no promises, no tears.

As I look back at that moment, I can still feel your  hand intertwined with mine, each finger between mine, like an oyster  shut tight against the sea, protecting the treasure it carries inside.  But the treasure was in my belly, full of love and expectations.

We walked like tourists along Pier 59, a place we came  to think of as home. Wind in our faces and a carefree spirit in our  hearts. Gently you stopped and pulled my hand so I would follow suit as you turned; I could see your eyes full of love and complete devotion. I felt I could stay in that moment forever. It was this feeling, this sublime happiness, that I did not want changed or challenged. That’s when I turned to you and looked into those blue eyes as I said aloud, “I don’t want this to change.”

Your face distorted into a concerned expression as you  tried to reassure me. “It will be different when the baby arrives; it will be even better.”

“It’s not that. I’m excited about meeting the baby and having it with us.”

So you poked at the subject with concern on your face, as you asked, “Then what is it? What don’t you want to change?”

“Us,” I answered blithely, taking in a large whiff of  air through my nose as a source of strength for what I was about to request of you. As I looked out to the sea right in front of us, I said, “I don’t want to forget this feeling. I want to always feel this love and peace between us.”

You gave me that dimply smile. “We will always have it. And when we don’t, we will have the direction in which we want to go.” 
As a sea gull passed close to us, landing in the water with a tiny splash, I looked at you and finally said what had been on my mind, the deep seed of this conversation. “I don’t want to lose you.” Once again, your easy laugh, followed by an enveloping hug, while you gave me the grin I’d come to realize meant, You’re hormonal. “I’m serious. Just promise me…”
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Quotes
  • You promised you would never leave me. Thirty-five years ago, I looked you directly in the eye and heard, “I will never leave you,” as we stood next to the ocean. And now, like a thief in the night, you go. No last words, no promises, no tears.

  • May you find joy in every day, forgiveness in every thoughtless action on my part, and know my love in every breath.

  • To this day it amazes me that unbeknown to most people, that secret self-portrait of my own flawed self not only helped me cope but also allowed me to become whole again.
  • My heart is racing, and I’m thinking the unthinkable. My daughter, my pregnant daughter, might be having an affair.

  • I’m not sure if your ready for what I’d like to discuss in you natal chart…

  • If I allow myself to be pulled into your gravitational force I may lose myself completely.

  • I felt the need to say “Thank you” At first, he asked me what for, and when I said, “For this moment” he understood that every grateful thank you, I might be saying a slow good-bye.

About the Author:

In my novel Twelve Houses, I tell the story of a widow who discovers that her life story is far from over. Amelia is a brave woman who struggles to find her true place in the world and at the same time to create a life that holds spiritual meaning and purpose.
Though my first book, Borrowing My Mother’s Saints, was a comedy set in New York, I think both books describe a similar spiritual journey. I always consider the spiritual aspects of a character’s story as I write.


I love to hear from my readers in Amazon reviews and Facebook.


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Giveaway:


The author is giving away three ebook copies of Twelve Houses.
To
enter, please leave a comment with a valid email address!
Winners will
be randomly selected at the end of the tour by the author.
Follow the
tour and enter at each stop to increase your chances of winning.
Enter
3/10/14 – 3/24/14.




By  Dii



Took My Breath Away-Powerful Reading!

“Every once in a while a book comes along that takes your breath away with its powerful message and magnetic words. Twelve Houses by Olga Soaje has rocked me back on my heels.”

“Olga Soaje has created a masterpiece of words that flow through each page, rich with detail and emotion”

“Twelve Houses is an amazing piece of art that comes alive in your hands and your heart.”

By 
Joseph Baker (North Haven, CT)
“It was almost impossible to put the book down, it make me really aware of the life situations confronted by the characters.”



“I enjoyed that description of the cities, it is like one could be just there.
I am grateful for reading it.”

STARTING OVER THROUGH ART & ASTROLOGY, January 3, 2014

By 
Laurel-Rain Snow "Rain" "Rainy Days" (Fresno, California)




“Astrology is a delightful theme in Twelve Houses

“This story had so many layers, and throughout, I could almost feel the push and pull as the various elements seemed to tug at Amelia, demanding things from her that seemed impossible.”

“For those who enjoy stories about love, loss, and starting over. 5 stars.”

Story about the need to move on, about the love, courage and will, January 12, 2014

By 


“Olga Soaje with “Twelve Houses” made a touching story about love and difficulty to move on when we lose someone who was everything to us.”
“Her literary style is beautiful, she uses nice and compassionate sentences that tell a story about the inevitable changes, no matter how difficult they may be, through which this women must go through in order to continue on living, primarily for her, but other close persons as well.
Therefore her novel can be primarily recommended to all those who found themselves in similar situation, having lost their dear ones and seeking the strength to continue to live on, not knowing where and how to proceed.”

“Olga Soaje with her novel gave more answers than most self-help literature did, her novel at the same time being courageous and emotional, and the message that no matter how hard it is we have to keep going for ourselves and others that love and need us, touches deep into the heart.”

Difficult Decisions, January 1, 2014

By 


“A captivating piece of written art to provoke thought and reflection on one’s own life is how I perceived Twelve Houses. Olga Soaje did not claim to have written these magnificent words as a self-help book, but I’m making the comparison.”

“Twelve Houses, by Olga Soaje, is an enjoyable story for readers of any age.”

We Only Have One Life to Live, January 18, 2014

By 


“The book was so well written that I had trouble putting it down. It was easy to relate to Amelia's pain and her dilemma.”

An excellent and moving novel about loss and renewal., January 18, 2014

By 


“This book is sensitively and beautifully written, with great charm.”

“Olga Soaje has written this book in the first person, never an easy task, but she makes it so, the story effortlessly flowing, with tears and laughter along for the ride.”

“A truly lovely story which touches the heart.”

WHAT A WONDERFUL BOOK., January 16, 2014

By 

Dexter Don (Flint Hills of Kansas)

“If this book doesn't talk to you in many ways, it should..I had tears, sorrow, joy, and many other feelings while reading it.I know this book will remain with me forever..I know my wife would have loved it as well. R I P Judith”



Beautifully Written, Heart Felt, Must Read, January 16, 2014

By 


“Twelve Houses by Olga Soaje is a remarkable novel of life and death and love and loss so intricately and wonderfully woven together.”



“I loved this book. It's so easy to find yourself connecting to the characters and story. I've never experienced a loss like Amelia's but I have experienced great love and I felt so many emotions with her every step of the way. This is a novel for the masses. There is something in it for everyone to relate to and that's part of what makes it so great.”



“Twelve Houses was a beautifully written, moving novel full of friendships and choices and love and life. This author has an amazing talent for storytelling. I will recommend this book to everyone I know and I look forward to reading more by Olga Soaje.”

Engaging tale of self-discovery and personal growth, January 8, 2014

By 


“Soaje’s characters are well-developed and relatable; her writing is clean and a pleasure to read. The story flows naturally in all its directions yet is neither predictable nor cliché.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and if you like tales of self-discovery and personal growth and also believe that there are no coincidences in life, you just might too. I look forward to reading more by Soaje.”

It touched my heart, January 6, 2014

By 


“I give Twelve Houses 5 stars because it is written with such wisdom and knowledge. I could relate to the story and found myself thinking about the choices we make in our lives.”

Twelve Houses - One Home, January 16, 2014

By 


“Solid points in Ms. Soaje's favor right from the start—contemporary fiction for the silver haired!”



“This is a "coming of age" book, or a "coming to terms with life" book, if you prefer.”

“If you want a novel to read curled in front of the fireplace, or in bed, if you want to live in another life for a while, and know that everything will turn out fine because it is a novel, not a memoir, this may be the book for you. It was for me.”

Astrology and then some, January 13, 2014

By 


“Loved the way the authorr incorcorporated astrology as an underline in the story, its a beautiful story about love, redemption and the ultimate self discovery in difficult times.”

A Perfect Journey, January 11, 2014

By 

Margitte (Willowmore, South Africa)

“Twelve Houses is an inspirational story; a self-help manual if needed; a compassionate look on loneliness and grief after the love of one's life passes away. Love comes in different ways. Somewhere hope waits patiently in the corner. And friendship always shines when expected the least. Sometimes love can only be exposed when the Twelve Houses in everyone's cards is dramatically shaken by an event like the death of a loved-one and life, as it was established in a cozy comfort zone, is shattered. Only then the different kinds of love is rediscovered. Love has a different name for the twelve different houses in everyone's life.”

“An easy, gentle, fast read with an uplifting ambiance. Well-written.
It is a dignified journey.”

There is always a better tomorrow..., January 11, 2014

By 


“Charming story. A journey through life well described. I ensure feelings will overflow Inspiring and perfectly told.”

Good writing, solid characters, January 11, 2014

By 

Majanka (Belgium)


“With good writing, solid characters, and a keen sense of detail, Twelve Houses is a novel that will appeal to many people. I thought, since the protagonist is so much older than I am, and the topic is rather sad at first, it wouldn’t appeal to me, but I found myself rooting for Amelia, her personal growth, every minor victory, and feeling for her as if she was a long lost relative. So even if you don’t think this might be for you, at first, it’s worth giving it a shot.”

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