Adele Leurini, born in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area in 1951, now enjoys life near Sacramento with her family and their dog, Daisy. As a grandmother and mother, Adele’s life combines family love and adventurous storytelling. From childhood writing dreams to a flourishing nursing career, she capped with a Ph.D. in Education. A veteran of the US Women’s Army Corps, Adele brings a wealth of real-life experiences to her tales. Now retired, Her debut fiction, “Andrew and Olivia,” is the first in the captivating Ordinary Man Series, with more thrilling stories to come.
“As a debut author with a few more chapters under my belt, I blend real-life moments seamlessly into my characters’ tales. My creations mirror life’s authenticity – they stumble, soar, and sometimes repeat mistakes. Just like us, they’re beautifully imperfect, evolving with every turn of the page.”
When a fleeting airport encounter between Andrew, a young Army Captain, and Olivia, a retired Lieutenant-Colonel, sparks an unexpected connection, neither imagines the profound impact it will have. Years later, as their paths cross again, they face past traumas and new challenges. Will their deepening friendship and undeniable attraction survive the tests of time and circumstance? Find out in this gripping tale of love and resilience.
“Great character development that brings the main characters to life…Not your regular romance story…I came away with a completely different view of what our servicemen and women had to deal with…The ending is really the beginning of the next book.”
“This book is an excellent read! Had me on the edge of my seat waiting to see what will happen next with Olivia and Andrew. Highly recommend this book.”
“Andrew and Olivia continue on their journey of life, love, and troubling issues. Several new characters are introduced…Adele is destined to become a noted novelist in the very near future. I recommend this book to anyone interested in personality dynamics.”
An emotionally charged narrative that had me hooked from the first chapter. The characters felt real, their love even more so.
A riveting tale that beautifully captures the essence of love evolving against all odds. An absolute page-turner!
A refreshing love story that proves age is just a number. Heartfelt and relatable, it left me pondering the power of connection.
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