Tara Brittain’s Review of Sand Dollar at Amazon
Posted on September 4, 2012
★★★★★
Couldn’t put it down!
“I absolutely loved this book. It was a beautifully written love story with a twist. Definintely a must read! My mom also read it and loved it.” — Tara Brittain
Tina Newcomb’s Review of Sand Dollar at Amazon
Posted on 9/2/12
★★★★
Sand Dollar: A Story of Undying Love
“The title was true to its word. Noah meets the lovely Robin and through thick and thin, unanswered questions and heartbreak, he continues to love her. The unexpected ending was perfect. Sand Dollar is a beautifully written debut novel and an unforgettable love story.” — Tina Newcomb
S. Sprinkle’s Review of Sand Dollar at Amazon
Posted on 9/2/12
★★★★
Lots of twists and turns
“This is the first book I have received as a Goodreads giveaway. I must admit that I thought maybe the giveaway books were going to be lame and not worth reading, but this one certainly disproved that. I enjoyed reading about Noah and could certainly imagine myself in his place if my true love just up and walked out of my life. I liked the twists and turns this book has, and can’t wait to see what Sebastian Cole is going to be writing next.” –– S. Sprinkle
Sebastian Cole Signing Books September 29th and 30th At The Big E
Posted on September 1, 2012
Hey, everyone. I’ll be signing Sand Dollar books on September 29th and 30th at The Big E — “New England’s great state fair!” Look for me in the Rhode Island building on the Avenue of States, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The official address is 875 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, Ma. I hope to see you there!
Sebastian Cole
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The One Who Got Away
Posted on August 19, 2012
“Perhaps you know someone whose heart clutches onto the bittersweet memory of the one who got away. Someone who secretly bears the weight of this imperceptible burden wherever he or she goes, every day of his or her life. Someone who’d gladly travel back in a time machine to a day when paths diverged, to mend together that which has been torn apart, setting destiny back on its rightful track — if only he or she could. Perhaps you know this someone better than you think. And should this someone happen to be you, may you find strength and support in the millions of others who shoulder this burden with you, and may you be reintroduced one day to true love… in this lifetime and whatever comes after.” — Sebastian Cole
“I Remember — I Love You”
Posted on August 19, 2012
‘You remember?’ he asked incredulously. ‘What could you possibly remember?’ he demanded, staring at her, waiting for the answer.
The beauty from within her soul shined brightly through her loving eyes as she looked deep into Noah’s now melting eyes.
‘I remember — I love you,’ she said in a soft voice, nervously biting her lip. — Sebastian Cole, Sand Dollar: A Story of Undying Love
Sand Dollar Book Giveaway Winners at Goodreads
Posted on August 20, 2012
Congratulations to all the winners of the August 20th Sand Dollar book giveaway at GoodReads:
Nigora Tohirova
Dilys Myhill
Donna Underwood
Nerissa Luis
Angela Baxter
Ruth Brier
Tiffany watson
Chantel Dandeneau
Michelle Ebbecke
Alison Wizer
Janet Albanese
Michelle Gilbert
Kristyn Stimach
Alexa Menz
Paige O’Neal
Lauren Priegel
Amanda Bethel
April Vaughan
Nicole Langreck
Becky Atwood
Hillary Lundblad
Natasha Simmons
Nikkie Thomas
Melissa Dwinnell
Marcie Oropeza
Elena goodlad
Bill Kozemko
Lisa Henard
Angie Liggio
Liana Chau
Thanks to the 1125 people who entered the drawing. I’ll be sending the books out in the next day or two. If you’ve read the book, please let me know what you think. I’d love to hear from you!
Sebastian
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The Journey
Posted on August 19, 2012
“Now that I’ve started this journey, I can’t see what lies ahead on this unfamiliar road, but I know one thing for sure: when I look behind, I see the things that I’ve accomplished… and I smile with pride.” — Sebastian Cole
Review of Sand Dollar by Long And Short Reviews
Posted on August 7, 2012
★★★★
“Sebastian Cole has written a thought provoking and intriguing story in Sand Dollar… once the story hooked me, I could not put it down…I will say one thing, I did not see the ending of this one coming, and it brought tears to my eyes.” — Long and Short Reviews
Sand Dollar Book Giveaway Winners At GoodReads
Posted on August 2, 2012
Congratulations to all the winners of the July 31st Sand Dollar book giveaway at GoodReads:
Kiersten Kellogg
Nancy Gallagher
Allison Bachelder
Terri Clark
Doris Williams
Judith Policicchio
Marie Casabona
Charlene O’Connor
Debbie Lee
Donna Taylor
Angela Perry
Lindsay Fisher
Jeny Robertson
Toby Carter
Danielle L.
Pat Murray
Trisha Mckee
Michael Bourgault
Becky Darnell
Sabrina Moore
Melanie Layton
Deborah Garcia
Thanks to the 1262 people who entered the drawing. If you’re not one of the winners, please check back again soon for another giveaway. If you’ve read the book, please let me know what you think. I’d love to hear from you!
Sebastian
Afullbookshelf’s Review of Sand Dollar at Amazon
Posted on July 25, 2012
Heartbreakingly beautiful
★★★★
“Sand Dollar is the story of Noah and Robin. Not only does it span their lives individually throughout the years, but also their relationship as well. Mr. Cole did a fantastic job of bringing Noah, Robin and all other characters to life. I was hooked from the beginning. I found Noah to be extremely likeable and could understand where he was coming from with his family background. Never did I get the impression that Noah was selfish or greedy like you would expect with his upbringing. Robin is a different character altogether. She is kind of a mystery. We don’t really get answers to Robin until closer to the end of the book, but it’s easy to guess which direction the story is going.
The story is told back and forth between present day Noah and his past. Sometimes I found it hard to know if we were in the present or past, but once I got a hang of how the story was written, it wasn’t difficult to follow.
I had an incredibly hard time putting this book down, because I needed to know what happened. It’s a heartbreaking story, even up to the end, but it’s beautifully heartbreaking.” — Afullbookshelf
Sand Dollar Book Giveaway Winners at Goodreads
Posted on July 14, 2012
Congratulations to all the winners of the July 14th Sand Dollar book giveaway at GoodReads:
Shannon Sharp Rutig
Rebecca Halford
Sarah Vestal
Graham Clarke
Brittany Hill
Kim Matlock
Sarah Bulman
Lauren A. Weaver
Lori Strait
Carolyn Cooper
Renée Thébeau
Maria Hatzitolios
Lucy Frohn
Jennifer Fraker
Kristina Circelli
Stephanie Sprinkle
Penny S.
Jan Beck
Haley Hill
Jennifer Metz
Thanks to the 1895 people who entered the drawing. If you’re not one of the winners, please check back again soon for another giveaway. If you’ve read the book, please let me know what you think. I’d love to hear from you!
Sebastian
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Twenty-Fifth Chapter: Testing The Waters
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Posted on July 9, 2012
“I wouldn’t listen to your parents if I were you. If your heart’s set on buying the lighthouse, then just do it,” Robin advised, stretched out in Noah’s arms on the teak deck of Noah’s boat, anchored out in front of the old lighthouse on a lazy summer day. “I can definitely picture us getting married there,” she continued. “It’s such a pretty spot. You know, it’s too bad they don’t make you wait a year to get divorced. Otherwise, we’d still be married right now, and we wouldn’t have to go through all that paperwork again just to get remarried. Speaking of paperwork, when are you planning on having me sign another one of your stupid prenups?”
“There’s not going to be a prenup this time. I guess I’ll just have to take my chances, that’s all.”
“But what about your parents?”
“What about them? You’re marrying me, not my parents.”
She smiled and continued with her list. “I want to have another child,” she announced.
“Of course, I’d love to have a child with you… but what kind of child exactly are we talking about?” he joked.
Robin laughed. “I’ve always loved the name Olivia — if it’s a girl, that is.”
“I think Olivia’s a beautiful name for a girl,” he said, eliciting a smile.
“Oh, and one more thing…” Noah looked at her closely. “I don’t want to be a social worker anymore. I’ve always wanted to be an X-Ray tech.”
“I think you should do whatever makes you happy, Robin.”
“Well, it would mean quitting my job and going back to school full time for a year until I get my certificate.”
“So when can you start?”
A big smile stretched across her face. “You’re the greatest. I love you, Noah Hartman,” she said, leaning in for a kiss, standing up and dipping her foot into the water, testing it.
Sand Dollar Book Giveaway Winners At GoodReads
Posted on June 22, 2012
Congratulations to all the winners of the June 22nd Sand Dollar book giveaway at GoodReads:
Ann Thaxton
Helen Brewer
Shannon Johnson
Tina Newcomb
Marquise Amyotte
Kelani Karnes
Audrey Grant
Thanks to the 939 people who entered the drawing. If you’re not one of the winners, please check back again soon for another giveaway. If you’ve read the book, please let me know what you think. I’d love to hear from you!
Sebastian
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Twenty-First Chapter: To Tell The Truth
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Posted on June 18, 2012
“Why did I have to push her into making a decision? Because I couldn’t wait to feel loved again? I should have been more patient — you know, wait out the storm until it blows over. I should have given her all the time in the world, whatever she needed. If only I hadn’t given up so easily… If only I had held on, never letting go…”
Looking like a Catholic schoolgirl with her hair in braids, a red plaid skirt, stockings, and a white cardigan, Robin was standing in the witness stand at the Newport County courthouse, her right hand in the air and her left hand on a Bible. Noah looked dazed, wearing a suit and sitting next to his lawyer, Ben.
“Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God?”
“I do,” she replied.
Reesa’s review of Sand Dollar at Amazon
Posted on June 17, 2012
Awesome Read****
★★★★★
“I loved this book- This one pulls at your heart strings and if it does not pull at yours~ you should have been searching for a new heart instead of a new book to read. Sebastian Cole not only has one or two tricks waiting for you towards the end*** but many. The writing in this book is superb, and also makes you think. Sand Dollar is my second favorite read for 2012. I’m glad I was able to read & enjoy this story~ as I’m sure anyone would. I look forward to reading more from this author. The cover is beautiful~*~ I highly recommend adding Sand Dollar to your bookshelf.” — Reesa***
Bea’s review of Sand Dollar at Amazon
Posted on June 16, 2012
A Unique Twist to Undying Love
★★★★
“**Note that this book was given to me by the author; it does not influence my review. 🙂
This was such an unusual book from what I have been reading lately, but I was glad I got the chance to read it. It was a very emotional read for me, I spent time yelling at the characters, and then crying with them at the end.
It is a story about the love and life of Noah and Robin, two lovers who through their relationship are tossed apart. We see an old man, Noah, in the hospital, spending his time talking to an orderly, Josh about his love and his one true soul mate. We follow his memories, both high and low, as he describes his journey to finding, losing, and eventually regaining his true love.
This is a lovely book about one man’s emotional growth into being the man he should always have been, and about learning that love is always there and if you give it enough room, it will return to you.
I am very glad that I read the book. Keep in mind you might begin by cursing the characters, but by the end you will need your hankies!
A great read.” — Bea
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