When Love Leaves by Elizabeth Owens is a story many people can relate to: What do you do when love leaves, and you are left heartbroken and alone? Cassie is a divorced woman who had gone through years of abuse from a man she once loved dearly.

When the abuse leads to a life shattering loss, she realizes she must escape the cruelty and try to make a life of her own. Leading a successful life as a social worker and making changes in children’s lives gives Cassie a feeling of contentment and satisfaction.

When love returns in the shape of a loving, younger man, Cassie has to make a decision her friends don’t understand, but the support and encouragement from one unlooked for friend gives Cassie the strength she didn’t think she had. Will love stay this time?

Why should you read When Love Leaves by Elizabeth Owens?

• Real characters to which many people can relate.
  
• Difficult choices that many people face, but don’t always have the strength to follow through on.
  
• Vivid description and real life situations.
  
• Lively characters that will leave you shaking your head while laughing.
  
• Supportive characters who will warm your heart.
  
• A main character you will be rooting for as she tries to find a love that will stay.

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