Jeanne Ray is a New York Times bestselling author whose novels offer a unique perspective shaped by a lifetime of experience. After a forty-year career as a registered nurse, she turned to writing, bringing a rich understanding of human nature to her storytelling. Her work is celebrated for its sensitive portrayal of characters and life's intricate situations. Ray's literary voice resonates with readers, offering insights that are both profound and relatable.
With a blend of humor and wit, this novel delivers a clever narrative that promises to entertain. The author, known for the bestselling "Julie and Romeo," showcases their talent for crafting engaging characters and situations that resonate with readers. Expect a story filled with delightful twists and a unique perspective that keeps the pages turning.
The sequel brings back beloved characters from "Julie and Romeo," exploring their vibrant relationships and the dynamics within their lively families. Readers can expect a continuation of the charming narrative filled with humor and heartwarming moments as the characters navigate their lives together.
A heartwarming, feelgood family romance from the author of JULIE AND ROMEO. 'This is the story of how my life was saved by cake...' Feisty middle-aged housewife Ruth Hopson's life comes crashing down around her when her hospital administrator husband is made redundant. As the family's financial problems begin to mount, Ruth must also cope with her sulky teenage daughter and warring elderly parents. As she tries to keep the peace in this eccentric, disfunctional household, Ruth's only solace comes from baking cakes. But what begins as a distraction and grows into an obsession just might provide an ingenious solution to the family's dilemmas.
Caroline and Tom are looking forward to retirement. He's been practicing law, she's been running a dance studio, and together they've raised four great kids. It's time to enjoy the fruits of their labor...Suddenly, though, their empty nest is filling up. Caroline's sister arrives with a load of luggage, a bad-tempered terrier, and a broken heart. A contractor finds cracks in the foundation, and sets up camp indefinitely. And their daughter Kay brings home her fiance, the richest boy in Raleigh--and plans a high-society wedding that could wipe out their savings. Filled with the warmth and wit that delighted readers of Julie and Romeo, this tale of a family caught in a whirlwind of change reminds us that life is what happens while we're making other plans--and that having loved ones along for the ride is the greatest blessing of all.
Romeo Cacciamani und Julie Roseman, zwei lebhaften Blumenhändlern in Boston, fühlen sich sofort zueinander hingezogen. Ihr Alter wäre kein Hindernis, wären da nicht die tief verwurzelten Feindschaften ihrer Familien, die sich seit Generationen bekämpfen. Trotz dieser widrigen Umstände erkennen sie, dass ihre unerwartete Liebe ein Geschenk des Himmels ist und sind entschlossen, sich nicht von der alten Rivalität aufhalten zu lassen. Doch sie unterschätzen die Hartnäckigkeit ihrer Sippen, die alles daran setzen, die frisch erblühte Beziehung zu sabotieren. Mit Leidenschaft und Entschlossenheit kämpfen Romeo und Julie gegen den erbitterten Widerstand an, um ihre Liebe zu verteidigen und die Vorurteile ihrer Familien zu überwinden.