Synopses & Reviews
New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery has captivated millions of readers with her heartwarming stories of the ties that bind. Now she introduces Jenna Stevens, who's about to discover that sometimes the only way to move forward is to go back home again.... After nearly a decade as a sous-chef in a trendy eatery, Jenna is desperate for a change. She's supported her ex-husband's dreams for so long that she can't even remember her own. Until she sees a for-lease sign near her parents' home and envisions her very own cooking store.
Her crash course in business is aided by a streetwise store manager and Jenna's adoptive mother. But just as she's gaining a foothold in her new life, in walk her birth parents-aging hippies on a quest to reconnect with their firstborn.
Now Jenna must figure out how to reconcile the free-spirited Serenity and Tom with her traditional parents, deal with her feelings for a new love interest and decide what to do about her ex's latest outrageous request. In the end, Jenna will find that there is no perfect family, only the people we love....
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"This poignant tale of family dynamics, the jarring impact of change, and eventual acceptance and healing is sure to please Mallery's many, devoted fans."
-Booklist on Already Home
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"Mallery's prose is luscious and provocative."
-Publishers Weekly
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"Susan Mallery's gift for writing humor and tenderness make all her books true gems."
-RT Book Reviews
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"Romance novels don't get much better than Mallery's expert blend of emotional nuance, humor and superb storytelling."
-Booklist
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"Mallery sets up some very tough choices for her heroine, making this book compelling and intense."
-RT Book Reviews on Finding Perfect
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"Warm, funny, and sexy, this lighthearted yet touching page-turner is a satisfying, rewarding read and the ‘perfect' beginning for Mallery's Fool's Gold series."
-Library Journal on Chasing Perfect
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"As demonstrated in this compelling story, family doesn't have to share blood, just emotions. Filled with emotional drama, devastating treachery and the power of love, this finale will delight fans."
- RT Book Reviews on Hot on Her Heels
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"One of the Top 10 Romance Novels of 2009!"
-Booklist on Straight from the Hip
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"[A]n emotional story with a beautiful happy ending! Another must-read by Susan Mallery."
-Good Choice Reading on Almost Perfect
Synopsis
“Susan Mallery is one of my favorites. #1" New York Times" bestselling author Debbie Macomber#1" New York Times" bestselling author Susan Mallery has captivated millions of readers with her heartwarming stories of the ties that bind. Now she introduces Jenna Stevens, who s about to discover that sometimes the only way to move forward is to go back home again After nearly a decade as a sous chef in a trendy eatery, Jenna is desperate for a change. She s supported her ex-husband s dreams for so long that she can t even remember her own. Until she sees a for-lease sign near her parents home and envisions her very own cooking store.Her crash course in business is aided by a street-wise store manager and Jenna s adoptive mother. But just as she s gaining a foothold in her new life, in walk her birth parents aging hippies on a quest to reconnect with their firstborn.Now Jenna must figure out how to reconcile the free-spirited Serenity and Tom with her traditional parents, deal with her feelings for a new love interest and decide what to do about her ex s latest outrageous request. In the end, Jenna will find that there is no perfect family, only the people we love. "Fans of Jodi Picoult, Debbie Macomber, and Elin Hilderbrand will assuredly fall for The Girls of Mischief Bay." "-Bookreporter" on "The Girls of Mischief Bay""Will appeal to fans of women s fiction, especially such friendship books as Karen Joy Fowler s The Jane Austen Book Club." -"Booklist" on" The Girls of Mischief Bay""
Synopsis
New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery has captivated millions of readers with her heartwarming stories of the ties that bind. Now she introduces Jenna Stevens, who's about to discover that sometimes the only way to move forward is to go back home again.... After nearly a decade as a sous-chef in a trendy eatery, Jenna is desperate for a change. She's supported her ex-husband's dreams for so long that she can't even remember her own. Until she sees a for-lease sign near her parents' home and envisions her very own cooking store.
Her crash course in business is aided by a streetwise store manager and Jenna's adoptive mother. But just as she's gaining a foothold in her new life, in walk her birth parents-aging hippies on a quest to reconnect with their firstborn.
Now Jenna must figure out how to reconcile the free-spirited Serenity and Tom with her traditional parents, deal with her feelings for a new love interest and decide what to do about her ex's latest outrageous request. In the end, Jenna will find that there is no perfect family, only the people we love....
Synopsis
After nearly a decade as a sous-chef in a trendy eatery, and fresh off a divorce from the owner, Jenna Stevens is desperate for a change. So when she spots a for-lease sign in her hometown, she impulsively decides to open her very own cooking store. Her crash course in business is aided by a streetwise store manager and Jenna's adoptive mother. But as soon as she gains a foothold in her new life, in walk her birth parentsaging hippies on a quest to reconnect.
Now Jenna must figure out how to reconcile the free-spirited Serenity and Tom with the parents who raised her and decide whether to open her heart to a man who just might be the best thing to happen to her in years. All without sacrificing her newly found dreams. In the end, Jenna will find that there is no perfect family, only the people we love
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About the Author
New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery has entertained millions of readers with her witty and emotional stories about women. Publishers Weekly calls Susan’s prose “luscious and provocative,” and Booklist says “Novels don’t get much better than Mallery’s expert blend of emotional nuance, humor and superb storytelling.&