Ellen Sussman Libri

Si sono conosciuti al liceo. Blair, timida e scontrosa, era molto diversa dalle ragazze che circondavano lui, Luke, il classico buon partito, bello, ricco e destinato al successo. A distanza di molti anni Blair è una single di mezza età, ha sempre lo stesso carattere, è sempre una bella donna, con molti amici-amanti, ma rifiuta legami fissi. L'unico suo punto fermo è Amanda, la figlia adolescente. Luke è uno degli sceneggiatori più famosi d'America, ha avuto tutto eppure sente che gli manca qualcosa. Quando per caso rivede Blair, capisce di aver trovato quel qualcosa, ma lei sa che non c'è più spazio nella sua vita per la passione. Com'è possibile innamorarsi davvero, proprio ora che sta cercando di dire addio alla vita?

A riveting and poignant novel of one woman's journey to Bali in search of love, renewal, and a place to call home - perfect for readers of Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love and Alex Garland's The Beach.

A single day in Paris changes the lives of three Americans as they each set off to explore the city with a French tutor, learning about language, love, and loss as their lives intersect in surprising ways.Josie, Riley, and Jeremy have come to the City of Light for different reasons: Josie, a young high school teacher, arrives in hopes of healing a broken heart. Riley, a spirited but lonely expat housewife, struggles to feel connected to her husband and her new country. And Jeremy, the reserved husband of a renowned actress, is accompanying his wife on a film shoot, yet he feels distant from her world. As they meet with their tutors—Josie with Nico, a sensitive poet; Riley with Phillippe, a shameless flirt; and Jeremy with the consummately beautiful Chantal—each succumbs to unexpected passion and unpredictable adventures. Yet as they traverse Paris’s grand boulevards and intimate, winding streets, they uncover surprising secrets about one another—and come to understand long-buried truths about themselves.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of southern France, this novel explores themes of love, forgiveness, and trust. The story unfolds in the enchanting landscapes of beaches and vineyards, inviting readers to experience a rich tapestry of emotions. Ellen Sussman weaves a narrative that promises to engage the senses and touch the heart, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate heartfelt storytelling.

A single day in Paris changes the lives of three Americans as they each set off to explore the city with a French tutor, learning about language, love, and loss as their lives intersect in surprising ways.

Olivia und Brody, beide Anfang Fünfzig, sind glücklich verlobt und möchten in Cassis heiraten. Doch Olivias Töchter Nell und Carly stören die Idylle: Nell bringt einen Unbekannten mit, und Carly kämpft mit Erinnerungen an einen Verlust. Als Carly verschwindet, müssen alle über Familie und Liebe nachdenken.