The Lesson Was Meant To Be Final
About
He saw her. He wanted her. Then he made her doubt everything she knew about herself.
Lyra Stonebridge believed in logic, independence, and second chances. But nothing prepared her for the charm—or the slow unraveling—of Sterling Redcliffe.
He was magnetic. Mysterious. The kind of man who kissed like a secret and loved like a storm. What started as undeniable chemistry turned into long silences, missing pieces, and a woman who could no longer recognize her own voice.
Now a mother and tethered to a life she no longer recognizes, Lyra must decide if survival is enough—or if reclaiming her power means finally letting go of the illusion of love.
Gripping, emotional, and dangerously intimate.
Praise for this book
Australia (11 July 2025):
I enjoyed this well-crafted story. I enjoyed the familiar world with its subtle, confident and heartfelt narrative.
I particularly enjoyed the author's ability to capture everyday moments with emotional clarity. There’s a gentle rhythm to the story that made it easy for me to be immersed.
Without revealing too much, I’d say that The Lesson Was Meant To Be offers a moving meditation on growth, forgiveness, and the complexities of human connection.
Australia (4 July 2025):
Absolutely gripping. The Lesson Was Meant To Be Final pulled me in from the first page with its moody atmosphere and raw emotion. Lynda Dodds has a gift for capturing the quiet intensity of heartbreak and resilience. I couldn’t put it down. If you love stories that linger with you after the last page, this is it
United States (July 7, 2025):
The Lesson Was Meant to Be Final is a super gripping, emotional journey through passion, loss, and self-discovery. The story is very raw susceptible and hauntingly intimate. Lyra’s story probes the power of reclaiming individuality and the fearlessness it takes to break free from attachment that dulls your light.
United States (July 18, 2025):
A spine tingling book of love, manipulation and self redemption. The tale of Lyra is very realistic and believable, full of strong emotions. The Lesson Was Meant to Be Final works so well because as soon as you sit down to read it, you are hooked until the very end of the book.