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  • Broken Parts Included: A Gentle Sapphic Love Story About Healing, Queerness, and Second Chances

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Broken Parts Included: A Gentle Sapphic Love Story About Healing, Queerness, and Second Chances Kindle Edition

by Alyson Root (Author), Tara Sullivan (Editor), Linda Slate (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars (592)

2025 Goldie Award Finalist — a heartfelt sapphic romance about love, healing, and family chaos.

Lydia Archer is used to being the strong one—even when her body disagrees.

Between managing her chronic pain, chasing down answers from dismissive doctors, and navigating the emotional minefield of dating with an invisible illness, Lydia has learned to expect disappointment. Her beloved dog Monty might just be the only one who accepts her—broken parts and all.

Until Halle shows up.

Her sister’s best friend. The one who sees her, listens to her, and might just believe in her healing more than Lydia believes in it herself.

As Lydia slowly begins to mend, so does her hope—for a future that includes love. But just as things start looking up, Halle's unexpected presence stirs old emotions, while Lydia’s sister Fe wrestles with feelings of her own.

Add in three chaotic niblings (Fe’s mischievous triplets), lots of late-night chats, and one growing friendship that might become something more, and Lydia’s life is about to be turned upside down.

Broken Parts Included is a heartfelt sapphic romance about chronic illness, messy families, healing, and the kind of love that sees all of you—flaws, fears, and everything in between.

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Wow, when I think this author can't possible write a better story than the last, BAM! Here you go. As always, the depth of the characters, details and storyline were on point. I so wanted to wrap Lydia in a big hug and where can I find a women like Halle? This book has a the feels! If it's not at the top of your reading list, you are missing out! Go get this book, immediately!!!! You will not regret it.

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About the Author

Alyson was born and raised in the heart of England. She moved to Paris in 2015 when she met her wife. Together they moved to the west of France, where they now live with their two dogs. Alyson spends her time reading sapphic fiction books, writing and Scuba Diving. Alyson discovered her love of writing in her mid thirties. Her debut book, A Dance Towards Forever, was inspired by her wife and their very own love story. Alyson wrote Diving Into Her and award-winning Always Emilie, which added with her first book, created The French Connection series.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CSK68ZC6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ J&M Books
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 5, 2024
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 558 KB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 444 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1917785198
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  • Best Sellers Rank: #182,767 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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Alyson was born and raised in the heart of England. She moved to Paris in 2015 when she met her wife. Together they moved to the west of France, where they now live with their two dogs. Alyson spends her time reading sapphic fiction books, writing and Scuba Diving.

Alyson discovered her love of writing in her mid thirties. Her debut book, A Dance Towards Forever, was inspired by her wife and their very own love story. Alyson wrote Diving Into Her and award-winning Always Emilie, which added with her first book, created The French Connection series.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
592 global ratings

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Customers find this book delightful with great characters and an engaging storyline that holds their interest through twists and turns. Customers describe it as a beautiful love story that evokes a lot of emotions.
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Customers enjoy reading this book, finding it delightful, with one customer noting its personal touch.
I really enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to reading more from this author as well! Please have a go!Read more
I really enjoyed reading this book. It held my interest thru every twist and turn of the plot. I just enjoyed reading it....Read more
I absolutely loved this book! Do yourself a favor and just read it. Like right now.Read more
...This book is special. The characters involved all play an important part in this story....Read more
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Customers appreciate the characters in the book, with one noting their exceptional sensitivity.
...I loved the characters, to the point that I fumbled around for a day when the book was finished, because I wanted more of them.Read more
...This would have otherwise been a 4 star book. It had great characters, with good humor. A good plot, and flow to it....Read more
...Here you go. As always, the depth of the characters, details and storyline were on point....Read more
...The secondary characters were great. Fe was not my favorite character, her selfishness made me not like her....Read more
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Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, with one mentioning it held their interest through every twist.
This was such a sweet story. There were a lot of emotions and feelings thrown around. I felt so sorry for Lydia. You’ll enjoy this HEA.Read more
...As always, the depth of the characters, details and storyline were on point....Read more
I really enjoyed reading this book. It held my interest thru every twist and turn of the plot. I just enjoyed reading it....Read more
...It is a difficult road to follow and this story is accurate for many....Read more
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Customers describe this book as a beautiful love story that evokes a lot of emotions.
...It's a sweet love story. Charming, delightful and a bit enchanting....Read more
...She writes truth. Emotionally, physically and mentally her characters touch us all in some way....Read more
This was such a sweet story. There were a lot of emotions and feelings thrown around. I felt so sorry for Lydia. You’ll enjoy this HEA.Read more
...This touches upon physical health, mental health and love. Especially love! This is a favorite! 5 stars!Read more
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*I received an Advance Reader Copy of this book and am providing an honest review*
I give it a 4.5 I love how a not widely discussed topic was brought to light in a real way. While there wasn’t a lot of spice, there was a better variety of spice than what I have been reading lately. Even the hetero couple was adorable. I appreciated how real the struggles and worries in this book were. My ex has endometriosis and she suffered almost all the same symptoms Lydia did at one point or another. She also went through the same issue of dealing with a doctor that wasn’t really trying to help her or listen to her. Being part of Lydia’s journey of navigating life and love while attempting to manage an underrepresented and often misunderstood medical condition was a gift. Overall the representation this was the best book I’ve read so far this year. The only thing I didn’t like was the in the epilogue. While I agree that Lydia deserved a happy ending, everything turned out a little too storybook/Disney.
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  • Tristan Hopkins
    5.0 out of 5 stars highly recommend
    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2025
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    This book will make you laugh for sure, but it delves into issues with a delicate and personal touch. I loved the characters, to the point that I fumbled around for a day when the book was finished, because I wanted more of them.
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  • Alex Zinovenko
    5.0 out of 5 stars This was so good
    Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2024
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    i truly loved this novel . One soon learned that were, indeed, broken parts in the story.

    It's a sweet love story. Charming, delightful and a bit enchanting. However there is much realism to this as well The love story keeps us grounded and aware that "broken parts" can mean meany things. The tale of Lydia is one of vulnerability but also how to survive.

    It impossible not to relate to the pain- and perhaps darkness- that is in her life. her doctors is doing nothing for her and she sees him time and again. Another doctor is brought in her life, the light in her life, starts to come through. On can thank her sister's Fe's best friend for entering her life.

    It's a tale of endurance and healing but it's also a sweet romance, As she begins to heal Lydia breaks free from much that has been holding her back and to that end I cheered for her.

    With a new doctor, a new friend, and Fe in her life Lydia's life takes a sweeping upturn.

    Highly Recommended.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Accented view
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2025
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    Great story, and relatable drama that just draws yah in. Definitely sappy but we'll balanced to point were it doesn't leave yah bitter, or scratching the noggin.
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  • Robin Kenna
    5.0 out of 5 stars How does a woman deal with severe endometriosis, the pain,bloating hormonal mood swings?
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
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    Alyson Root has taken on a really tough medical condition that I have first, well I guess second hand experience with! She has written a story close to my heart as experience with severe endometriosis descended upon my wife, the symptoms so devastating emotionally and physically that eventually led to several surgeries. The sensitivity the characters display is truly exceptional. The doctors rarely understand fully what the woman is going through unless they are female. It is a difficult road to follow and this story is accurate for many. The love that is secure in the main characters is necessary for them to survive. This read is well worth the time.
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  • Jen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2024
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    I have really enjoyed all the books I've read from Alyson Root. This is a little different than her usual stories, in that it's a bit sadder but it is definitely no less enjoyable. I loved Halle and Lydia and the development of their relationship. I loved Halle's unwavering support in trying to help Lydia get the answers she so desperately needed. The portrayal of Lydia's doctor's dismissal of her issues was such realistic subject as most women have experienced this at one time or another. The secondary characters were great. Fe was not my favorite character, her selfishness made me not like her. Cathy was a hilarious and such an awesome friend. I can't recommend this book enough.
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  • Kimberly M. Brown
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfectly a must
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024
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    Wow, when I think this author can't possible write a better story than the last, BAM! Here you go. As always, the depth of the characters, details and storyline were on point. I so wanted to wrap Lydia in a big hug and where can I find a women like Halle? This book has a the feels! If it's not at the top of your reading list, you are missing out! Go get this book, immediately!!!! You will not regret it.
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  • Judith Rodda
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written novel.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2024
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    I won't go over the storyline since others have already done so. I just wanted to mention that I love everything Alyson Root has written. Her books are so down to earth, and her characters are "us", relatable and human. She writes truth. Emotionally, physically and mentally her characters touch us all in some way. Whether it's broken body parts, emotional insecurities or dealing with doctors ignoring us, it's easy to realize her incite is personal. Most importantly she is not afraid to put it out there. What we cannot say in words, she does for us. Alyson is a gifted writer, and I am glad we all get to enjoy her talent.
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  • Gina
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Read!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2024
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    I like to think that we all have had broken parts included when in a new relationship. Alyson Root has taken this obvious flaw in some to the forefront. I think it shows that a person may feel broken for reasons that seem logical to them but with a willing, caring and loving partner they don’t let them get overwhelmed by them. This book is special. The characters involved all play an important part in this story. The dynamic between them all is what makes this a successful book. You will love it! I need to check out her other books.
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  • Michelle Ngan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Women’s issues are real
    Reviewed in Australia on November 24, 2024
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    Wow!! This was written so well & talks about our struggles about women’s health. I connected so much with Lydia & what she was going through I spent about 3yrs going through the same thing until I had surgery recently. I loved the chemistry between Lydia & HALLE WHO IS Lydia’s older sisters best friend.

    They have known each their whole lives 20yrs & they always knew the other was a no go area.

    When Lydia struggled with her medical issues and is trying to figure out what is the underlying of it all, Halle appears in her life more & wants to start spending time & helping Lydia out.

    Soon they become friends and attractions they’ve kept hidden from each each start to surface the more they hangout. Halle becomes closer to Lydia & her older sisters best friend Fe has issues with that which I won’t spoil.

    But I loved way this was written and all the struggles Luis went through knowing that she had Halle who understood her more than anyone in her life, not even her sister or mother.

    Always a great read from Alyson and being able to connect with a character truly brings them to life.
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  • Helen-Robin Watts
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very touching sapphic story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2024
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    I am left speechless really, I don't think I have felt so emotional reading a book, in all senses, in a way it was like reading my story on the medical front and it truly made me realise that back when I had all those problems from the early 90s I wasn't alone, I guess it highlights different topics and beautifully written. I really did enjoy it, so touching.
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  • Client Kindle
    5.0 out of 5 stars So funny and heartwarming
    Reviewed in Canada on March 11, 2024
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    Everyone deserves a Halle in their life. Seriously, she was amazing. I love her, and it was so adorable when she was freaking out.
    Being in Lydia head was incredibly relatable. I love its so okay to be messy/broken. We are only human, after all.
    Their relationship was fast, but there were a lot of circumstances, so it felt alright.

    Highly recommend reading this book. It's perfectly imperfect <3
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  • Lisa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyed
    Reviewed in Canada on February 19, 2026
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    Great book
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  • Lady Stark
    4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 Stars
    Reviewed in Australia on April 25, 2024
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    A thorough look into women’s health! It was such a brilliantly written story. The main character’s “mystery” malady was discussed so very intimately I was mind blown by how accurately it was portrayed.

    All the side characters were written so “perfectly imperfect” as well and their personal development were all so natural and true to life that it was so easy to get invested in them. Safe to say, Alyson Root is now added to the list of authors of whom I read their entire bibliography.
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