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Ruby's Secret: A Novelette Kindle Edition

4.1 out of 5 stars 8 ratings

Can you keep a secret? All the clothes Ruby’s bought may have filled her wardrobe, but they haven’t helped her to feel fulfilled. She’s been holding back on her dream of travelling for years.

And now Ruby’s in debt. A LOT of debt. She’s so ashamed. She doesn’t want anyone to know, not even her boyfriend, David. He’s so careful with money – he wouldn’t understand.

Ruby’s trying to change. She wants financial stability AND a good relationship. Will she be able to resolve her debt before David discovers her secret?

Set in the Highlands of Scotland, this is a complete story of approximately 12,000 words.

Previously published under the name Out of my Debt

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B018RERNZA
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Helen Libby
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 29, 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.2 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 51 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 8 ratings

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Helen Libby
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Originally from North Wales, Helen currently lives in Shropshire with her husband and their Zuchon, Archie. Helen worked for many years in the public sector and has an administrative background. She writes both fiction and non-fiction. As well as being an indie author, Helen is a self-publishing assistant, offering editorial, self-publishing, and writing services. Helen can more often than not be found daydreaming, or with her head stuck in a book. She loves the Scottish Highlands, crisps, pizza, taking photographs, and anything sparkly.

You can find out more about Helen at: www.helen-edwards.co.uk or on Twitter @helibedw

Archie has his own Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ArchietheZuchon

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2019
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Ruby's got a secret. In this unsparing book of self-reflection, Ruby reflects on how shopping overtook her life and became an addiction. More importantly, what she did to control and ultimately surmount it. A sweet, heartfelt story that reinforces wise life choices.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2019
    Format: Kindle
    While not terribly deep, maybe this little story might help someone with a shopping addiction. It is definitely written as if the author knows a little something about the experience! However, I was hoping for more of a story and less of a self-help caricature. I couldn't quite force myself to finish it.

Top reviews from other countries

  • E Shephard
    5.0 out of 5 stars A pleasure to read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 2, 2015
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    A lovely read. I could really relate to Ruby. It's hard being in debt and the story was told in such a heartwarming way. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
  • A Reader Reports
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very satisfying read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2016
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    Out Of My Debt is a 'novelette' debut from author, Helen Libby. Living in the Highland village of Aviemurchus, Ruby has a lot going for her - a loving family and partner, great friends, and she loves her job as a librarian. The problem is that nobody knows the extent to which her compulsive shopping habits have got her into this debt. Neither do they really understand her desire to travel; other than university in Edinburgh, Ruby hasn't been very far and seeing Italy is at the top of her wish-list. David, a great boyfriend in every other way, just doesn't see the point. Ruby buys things because it's so easy on-line, it gives her a buzz, and undoubtedly it fills a hole in her life. Dealing with the debt is one thing and but understanding and accepting why she has it is another.

    Unlike a novel, where the length offers itself to a more leisurely, sometimes tangential, pace, in a novelette (or novella) there has to be one main story with any sub-plots feeding into it - but it shouldn't be too one-dimensional! No easy feat, but Helen Libby manages it very well. The theme of the novel - Ruby and her debt - is central and the reasons, repercussions, and relationships around that add the layers that make it a satisfying read.

    Ruby is engaging and honest and her plans are realistic. The supporting characters, from Mrs M (the library's best customer) to Jennie, Ruby's best friend, are well developed. If David is a little bit too morally outraged, it's deliberate - he gives the other side of the story. The story's setting too, is a pleasant change. We get a sense of small town, Highland life, with all it's pros and cons and it's a clear reminder that things like debt are not the preserve of people in the city and suburbs. Without ever being a 'how to' book, it also has a few clear ideas about how to deal with debt - Libby has certainly done her research but carefully limits it to relevant details.

    If you find short stories too short but don't always want to commit to a novel on your Kindle, Out of My Debt is just the thing.
  • hana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great novelette
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2016
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    This story was a pleasure to read, it's ideal for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Loved the main character and the story is easy relatable.
  • Cheryl Simons
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice easy read, very true to life
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2015
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    There was nothing I disliked
    I would recommend this novelette
    Looking forward to reading
    the next one by Helen Libby

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