About Lasso the Stars
• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Tate Publishing (February 7, 2012)
“As life seems to be fading, the hope you need to survive may be all in your head. Lasso the Stars is a novel following weakening cancer patient Dina, who has little hope for survival. When Gil enters her life, a literal angel turned cowboy, Dina finds love and hope once more, a relationship that no one around her believes is real. A spiritual romance with a thoughtful message, Lasso the Stars is a choice read for anyone seeking romance with a divine twist, much recommended.” — Midwest Book Review, Book Watch, March 2012, Reviewer: Michael Dunford
About L.L. Nielsen
Lasso the Stars was born in the Pastures of Heaven, a small peaceful valley between Monterey and Salinas, California, made famous by John Steinbeck. But the book actually began much earlier, when two dear friends passed away from cancer. They often said they could either give in or fight. Both chose to wage a courageous battle; they became more spiritual; saw what others couldn’t see. The thoughts they shared stayed with me.
I took up walking along the curving, dusty road that ran the length of the valley in the Pastures of Heaven. I discovered a run-down corral, a horse named Destiny and an old gate that led nowhere. Words and feelings continued to surface in my mind and an idea formed. Armed with memories of my friends and charged with a new responsibility to honor my friends’ lives and perceptions, I began the journey of writing my first novel.
Eventually, I filed the manuscript and pursued other endeavors, until I moved to the Sierra Foothills. There, daily walking the old mountain roads, memories of my friends once again joined me and Lasso the Stars came out of seclusion, took flight and comes to you, now, on angel’s wings.
L.L.’s Tour Stops
Monday, September 17th: Maureen’s Musings
Tuesday, September 18th: Never Too Fond of Books
Wednesday, September 19th: Life in Review
Monday, September 24th: Seaside Book Nook
Wednesday, September 26th: WV Stitcher
Tuesday, November 20th: she treads softly
Wednesday, November 21st: Sharon’s Garden of Book Reviews
Monday, November 26th: Lesa’s Book Critiques
Tuesday, November 27th: The Book Bag
Thursday, November 29th: Paperback Princess
Friday, November 30th: But Doctor I hate Pink
Tuesday, December 4th: Mary’s Cup of Tea
Wednesday, December 5th: Sidewalk Shoes
Thursday, December 6th: Luxury Reading
Friday, December 21st: Tina’s Book Reviews
Robert Alvarado says
Linda,
As recipient of Lasso the Stars, and the husband of one of the friends, I applaud your work. Penny, truely encountered an Angel on her journey.
Your story touched our hearts.
The Alvarado/Hall Family
L. L. Nielsen says
To the Alvardo Family;
Penny was a great inspiration, a one-of-a-kind gal. And so was Marge. Such lovely and strong women you have shared with the world! ~Linda
harriet fader says
Lasso the Stars was a special story and a beautiful message that helps give the reader a place to reflect, to have hope, and to heal. Thank you Linda
L. L. Nielsen says
Hello Harriet, Your kind words are greatly appreciated. Sending you happy thoughts of love and life. ~ Linda
Patricia Tillotson says
Linda,
I was so moved by your wonderful story! Though I was so saddened by Dina’s situation, I was given such hope that peace can be found – especially when there is love!
Thanks for this gift Linda!!
L. L. Nielsen says
Hello Pat! We must all continue to hold hands as we march along on our journey throught life! Thanks for your womderful comments. ~ Linda