Book details

  • Genre:fiction
  • Sub-genre:Romance / Suspense
  • Language:English
  • Pages:384
  • eBook ISBN:9798317819309
  • Paperback ISBN:9798317819293

Never Be Afraid To Fly

By Margarete Cassalina

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Overview

Never Be Afraid to Fly is a story of reinvention, resilience, and second chances. When middle-aged flight attendant Helen Bach finds herself on the brink of losing everything—her career, her relationships, and her sense of self—she escapes to Italy for what she hopes will be a summer of adventure. But when passion collides with danger, Helen is forced to confront her choices, her fears, and the possibility of redemption. With wit, heart, and a cast of unforgettable friends, this novel reminds us it's never too late to rewrite your future.
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Never Be Afraid to Fly Helen Bach has always been the one to keep it together. A middle-aged, divorced flight attendant, she's mastered the art of smiling through turbulence—both in the air and in life. But behind the calm exterior, Helen is unraveling. Her career is hanging by a thread, her relationships are fractured, and her confidence has all but vanished. When an unexpected chance at romance whisks her away to Italy, Helen dares to believe that maybe adventure—and love—still have a place in her life. What begins as a dreamy summer escape quickly twists into something darker and more dangerous than she could have imagined. Trapped between desire and fear, Helen must find the courage to confront her choices and reclaim her voice before it's too late. With the humor and loyalty of her best friend Del by her side, Helen navigates heartbreak, betrayal, and the terrifying freedom of starting over. Along the way, she learns that second chances don't come gift-wrapped—you have to be brave enough to take them, messy and imperfect as they are. Moving, suspenseful, and infused with wit, Never Be Afraid to Fly is a story for every woman who has ever felt stuck, silenced, or past her prime. It's a reminder that life has no expiration date on love, adventure, or dreams—and that sometimes the biggest risks lead to the most extraordinary rewards.
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About The Author

About the Author Margarete Cassalina is an award-winning author, national advocate for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and professional motivational speaker—but most importantly, she is the mother of two children, Eric and Jena, both born with cystic fibrosis. Her daughter Jena "moved up" to heaven in 2006 at the age of thirteen, a loss that profoundly shaped both her life and her writing. Her debut memoir, Beyond Breathing, received the Editor's Choice Award, Reader's Choice Award, and Star Award for its unflinching honesty. Her second book, See You at Sunset, introduced readers to a cast of unforgettable fictional characters whose lives and struggles intertwine across her novels. Some of these beloved characters reappear in Never Be Afraid to Fly, offering readers stories of love, growth, and redemption. Her third book, Embracing the Beauty in the Broken, also awarded the Editor's Choice Award, blends candid storytelling with practical tools for personal growth. Written in a conversational style, it has become a resource in women's workshops, guiding readers through loss, resilience, and transformation with authenticity, humor, and hope. Margarete's work is dedicated to women in midlife who are navigating change, rediscovering themselves, and embracing second chances. Through her books and speaking engagements, she encourages women to see that life has no expiration date on love, adventure, or dreams. As a speaker, Margarete delivers straight-from-the-heart messages about resilience, balance, and the power of choice. Her stories resonate across generations and cultures, inspiring audiences to find strength and possibility in even the most difficult seasons of life. Margarete lives in New York with her husband, Marc. Visit: MargareteCassalina.com Follow on Twitter: @MargCassalina Instagram: @Margarete.Cassalina
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