“Pressed Pennies, is an exceptional story that examines love and family life in all of its complexities.”

“Abby and Rick are childhood friends who lived in the same neighborhood. They had a group of friends that they hung out with and went on adventurous trips together. Their lives changed when Rick’s family moved away, breaking up the group of friends and breaking Abby’s heart.”

“Years later, Abby and Rick reconnect surprisingly. They realize that they have always been in love with each other. They decide to pursue a relationship.”

“Abby’s daughter Paige is having difficulty-accepting Rick. She is struggling with issues about her father and is afraid that her relationship with her mother is threatened due to Rick.”

“Although Rick and Abby suffer through some difficult obstacles the love they share helps them to endure it.”

“Steven Manchester fluently depicts this wonderful, heart-warming story. Creating a novel that honestly portrays love, relationships, and family. While demonstrating how we find ways to deal with our challenges for those we love.”

- - Patricia Woods, B2M Editor