This was such a beautiful story and one I adored. It's not my "normal" genre of books but I am so glad I took a chance on 'Hitch'. It was also beautifully narrated by the author, which just added to my enjoyment.

I wasn't sure if this was for me, and whether I would enjoy it, but from the start, I was absorbed into Thomasina's world and restrictions. Not that she let it bother, well too much. Emery was a complete pig and so were most of the men in this tale. They saw something different and were cruel. It made my heart go out to Thomasina. Then in walks, Mr Grayson Potts, and the story changed.

It was beautiful and light, and not without its problems, but it was like a sunny day with these two on the page. I just can't believe it's taken me so long to read and it's my first by Ms. Prowse! I mean what an introduction! I loved it. I am looking forward to reading more from her!

Everything was done so eloquently and without prejudice. It has some humour especially when Thomasina and Grayson were discussing why he doesn't like dogs! And then how it became their little private joke, and I was given the chance to experience their private thoughts and lives. It was just the little things in this book, that once they are built up just make you want more. It has so many messages woven in, but the one I took away, is it's never too late.

I just adore the characters, and their ending and I do hope they are doing ok now.

I am a huge fan of Amanda's and enjoyed this book and thank Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read it.

This was a brilliant read. As soon as I started reading this book I just knew I was going to love it. Highly recommended

The Things I Know, by Amanda Prowse, is a tender and inspiring tale about making brave decisions and having the strength to break down walls. Thomasina ‘Hitch’ Waycott has always been viewed by society as someone less desirable, due to her physical disabilities, yet that doesn't stop her from having ambition and striving to be more than the confines of her remote family farm.

When Grayson Potts comes to stay, the two form an instant bond and suddenly Thomasina's hope of being loved is just within her grasp. But what could that love mean for her and could she finally bring herself to risk it? With delicate insight and compellingly complex characters, Prowse leads us on a heartfelt journey towards understanding, acceptance and finding joy in our lives.

This captivating and thoughtful story left me with my eyes filled with tears, not only of sadness, but of happiness as I celebrated the characters’ victories. Amanda Prowse takes her readers on a path to joy with her unique story-telling style that allows the characters to touch our hearts. With its encouraging message, The Things I Know is a charming story with a perfect balance of drama, emotion, and heartwarming moments that I highly recommend to all.

Thank you Netgalley and the Publisher for my ARC in exchange for my honest review. This was an enjoyable book.

I received a complimentary copy of this book and all opinions expressed are my own. This was a slow start and it really didn't keep my interest. I didn't connect with the characters or story.

I read The Art of Hiding by this author five years ago. When I sought out my review of it, I was reminded not only of how much I enjoyed it but also how much the story and its characters stayed with me long after reaching 'The End'. So I dived into this with great enthusiasm. And Prowse did it again. She left me with another wonderful story and characters that haven't yet vacated my head!

It's a marvellous story about two people who are very slightly disparate for different reasons, with no grand expectations about life or people—until they meet each other. It's a story about acceptance, hope and courage and I devoured every single word.

Prowse gives you a story heavy with emotion, empathy and characters you just can't help falling in love with.

This is a deliciously uplifting book that gives you hygge.

A beautiful and heartwarming story. Amanda Prowse is a talented storyteller. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a complimentary copy of this book.
*3.5 stars*

Amanda Prowse has such a gift with words and I love being entertained by her storytelling. This was an emotional read and I found my heart aching for Thomasina (“Hitch”). She was an amazing young lady and her strength and fortitude were admirable. I fell in love with Grayson and how he had his own quirks. But the developing relationship between he and Thomasina had me cheering them on. The trials they each experience are heartwrenching and I was hoping for a satisfying. The author provides an excellent view into the lives of two individuals who have imperfections, physical and mental disabilities, and allows them to grow and blossom into a perfect relationship.

Thank you to NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

Thank you to the publisher for my eARC copy of this book. Unfortunately I didn’t love this book and therefore didn’t finish, I just didn’t connect with this one. Not for me, sorry.

The Things I Know by Amanda Prowse is a women’s fiction title with some romance and a whole lot of emotion. The story is of a young woman, Thomasina ‘Hitch’ Waycott, who wants nothing more than to live that of a normal life not letting her deformities get in the way.

While Thomasina enjoys working on the remote farm and B&B her family owns she also dreams of more. For Thomasina though wanting a boyfriend and to see the world isn’t as easy for her as it is for others being born with a deformed lip, crooked limbs and a weak heart. When a young man, Grayson Potts, walks into her life Thomasina begins to wonder if she can have it all.

The Things I Know is not the first book I’ve read from Amanda Prowse and it undoubtedly will not be the last. The thing that I expected going into this novel was for it to be an emotional roller coaster and a box of tissues should probably be handy and of course that is the type of read this is exactly. I couldn’t help but fall for Thomasina as I’m sure other readers had before me. If you are looking for a book full of emotion I don’t think you can go wrong with Amanda Prowse.

I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.

A lovely book with a great cast of characters. Beautifully written and I got really invested in the story. I would highly recommend reading this one.

5 stars from me.
Excellent as always. Amanda Prowse never disappoints.
Thanks to #NetGalley for the advance copy in return for an honest review.

Hitch is a lonely soul hiding away on the family farm because of her disabilities but all this is to change when Grayson, another lonely soul, arrives and they find that they are soulmates. Another great story by this author dealing compassionately with the issues of the main characters

It's exactly books like this that make a person believe that in spite of all the horrible things that can happen to a person and bring on all of the world's sadness, there is always hope for happiness and love. Loved that all of the characters are broken and messy. Albeit a predictable ending, the story is heartwarming and lovely.

I enjoyed this book, as I have enjoyed many by the author.

I did have to keep reminding myself that it was set in the present day and in the UK though as it felt dated at times and the farm could easily have been in the mid-west USA.

A bit of an odd observation perhaps, but I don't think the authors choice of names for characters helped with dating and placing either - Thomasina, Grayson and Emery felt out of place in the setting. And naming his mum and her sisters Ida, Eva and Joan made them feel much older than they were likely to be (late 50's).

However, it was a lovely heart-warming story with much to enjoy and I know that I will continue to look out for more by this author.

Another brilliant book by Amanda Prowse; she never fails! It features a young girl born with cleft palate and a deformed foot and hand who lives and works with her mum and dad on a farm in the middle of nowhere. The farm also is a bed and breakfast and Grayson Potts stays there. A wonderful romance!

I have review this a number of times and it keeps popping back up. Loved this book!! Amanda Prowse never dissapoints!!

Meet Thomasina, or Hitch as she is otherwise known due to the limp and the way she walks. She has never been completely happy and is often the butt of her cousin’s cruel jokes and jibes, Since her brother has moved away to America she feels more trapped than ever on the farm trying desperately to keep it going alongside her parents. Enter Mr. Potts, who stays on the farm in the B and B run to help raise extra money. Mr. Potts is not like anyone Thomasina has met before; will he help her recognise her true beauty and his own true self in the process?
A charming little book with an emphasis on the true value of humanity.

The Things I Know by Amanda Prowse was the first book I've read by this author. I found this story both heartwarming and sad. I hope to read more from this author in the future.

My thanks to NetGalley for a free copy in return for an unbiased review,