
Are past mistakes ever forgiven? Or are they lying dormant, waiting for the right moment to resurface and destroy you?

Are past mistakes ever forgiven? Or are they lying dormant, waiting for the right moment to resurface and destroy you?
As an author, it is Christine Dixon's desire to share meaningful stories that inspire readers to think, feel, and grow. She believes great storytelling has the power to change lives, and she's passionate about bringing readers... you... quality books with memorable characters and stories that touch your heart.
Christine grew up in sunny California, and after graduating high school, she attended Brigham Young University.
In her mid-twenties, she opened International Artists Talent Agency where she discovered recognizable names such as Mario Lopez and others.
Today, she is an award-winning, traditionally published author.
She is married and has four grown daughters and 5 grandkids. When she isn't at her computer writing, you can find her exploring the Utah and Idaho mountains with her husband and their little rescue doggie.
A heart-wrenching women's fiction romance.
Country singer Marnie Fraser is still in love with Greg, the man who broke her heart a few years ago. It was messy and painful but right when things finally seem to take a turn for the better, she collapses on stage during her comeback tour and disappears, leaving him and everything else she holds dear behind.
Desperate to find the woman he loves, yet knowing how bull-headed she can be, Greg remains patient, even when Marnie makes it clear she has no intention of returning to him or Nashville. That is, until he's had enough.
The media is frantic to find where Marnie has gone and why as well. And they are willing to pay good money to solve the mystery.
So, when Marnie's estranged daughter, Kenna, learns her famous mother has vanished, and there is money involved, she decides it's time to ruin her mom's career for an unspeakable betrayal she can't forgive. And Kenna knows just where to look. The place that still harbors her own dark secrets.
And Marnie's mother, Susan? Well, she started this whole mess years ago when she abandoned her family. Sober now, she needs to find Marnie and ask forgiveness . But when Susan sees her daughter again for the first time in thirty years, she realizes there might not be enough time to mend their thorny pasts.
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5 Stars
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer
Fantastically written to evoke emotions, Tender Was the Lie is a surprising novel. . The narrative style was perfect, the pace of the story was great, and the novel was wonderful! The ending was hopeful, and I enjoyed it. I highly recommend this book!
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5 Stars !
Reviewed by K.C. Finn
Author Christine Dixon's writing style is both lyrical and engaging, offering heartbreaking levels of emotion with a touch of humor in all the right places... Dixon’s vivid descriptions transport readers to this charming yet haunting locale with beautifully placed details and cinematic scenes. ...Tender Was the Lie is a recommended read ...
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5 Stars
Reviewed by Carol T. for Readers’ Favorite
Tender Was the Lie by Christine Dixon is an engaging and emotional story.
The dialogue is sharp, and the writing is deeply immersive...Dixon narrates with emotion, pulling readers into the story. It’s an evocative, heart-wrenching journey that resonates with anyone who has faced the complexities of family and self-discovery.
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Growing up Olivia Thurman's mom never talked about her family. Refused to reveal her father's name no matter how many times Olivia begged. What she did learn growing up in Beverly Hills was marrying money ensured a life of happiness. Now, she is trapped in an abusive marriage to one of them, afraid for her life .
When her mother unexpectedly dies, and Olivia's husband takes his newest mistress on a three-week "business trip", Olivia takes the opportunity to set out and find out why her mom rejected her family and the town she grew up in.
What Olivia learns on this journey will break her heart. Who she meets will change her life