Christine Dixon

An iconic country singer with a secret disappears leaving behind the man she loves and the daughter she betrayed

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tender was the lie

A moving story that unravels years of betrayals, heartbreak, and lost loves.

Country singer Marnie Fraser is still in love with the man who broke her heart but old wounds are hard to forgive. Yet right when things seem to take a turn for the better, she receives devastating news. Heartbroken, she disappears to a charming cottage in rural Georgia, leaving him and her iconic career behind without an explanation.

When her vengeful daughter, Kenna, learns her famous mother has vanished, she sets out to find and ruin her mom's career for an unspeakable betrayal. And she knows just where to look. The place that still harbors Kenna's own secrets.

And Marnie's mother, Susan? Well, she started this whole mess years ago and needs to find her daughter to clean it up. But when Susan sees Marnie for the first time in thirty years, she realizes there might not be enough time to mend their thorny pasts.

Christine Dixon

As an author, it is Christine'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 quality books with characters and stories that touch your heart.

A little about christine

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 industry 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. When she isn't at her computer you'll find her walking in the mountains with her husband and their little rescue doggie.

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Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer

Fantastically written to evoke emotions, Tender Was the Lie is a surprising novel. Author Christine Dixon did a great job of humanizing Marnie and allowing readers to find pieces of themselves in this protagonist. I loved Marnie and all her complexities.. Her relationship with Julie was beautiful, to say the least. Julie was the friend I wished I had in my life. She supported Marnie, was there for her, and simply made sure Marnie was okay. Kenna was a wonderful character, and Greg was just as good. 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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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... The plot is well-paced to take us through this excitement and tragedy with our hearts in our mouths. The cottage setting in Savannah is rich with memories and emotion to enhance the mood as Marnie explores her past. Dixon’s vivid descriptions transport readers to this charming yet haunting locale with beautifully placed details and cinematic scenes. Overall, Tender Was the Lie is a recommended read for fans of realistically-penned drama with important and uplifting messages.

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Reviewed by Carol T. for Readers’ Favorite

Tender Was the Lie by Christine Dixon is an engaging and emotional story.

What stands out most is Christine Dixon’s ability to explore the deep psychological scars left by Marnie’s upbringing, particularly the abandonment by her mother.... The flashbacks to Marnie’s childhood are raw and authentic... The dialogue is sharp, and the writing is deeply immersive...Dixon narrates with emotion, pulling readers into the story so they care about Marnie and cheer for her. 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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Christine Dixon

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