Maybe she doesn't want you to pay $100 so a stranger can massage her or destroy her nails (yes, in a salon). Maybe you don't have that kind of cash anyway.
Whether it's a gift for your mom, sister or BFF who's a new mom, you can't go wrong by getting her a gift that allows her to escape. As an avid reader and pursuer of the hottest book trends, allow me to recommend these hits for the book lovin' mommies in your life:
Every so often that story comes along that reminds us of what it’s like to experience love for the first time—against the odds, when you least expect it, and with such passion that it completely changes you forever.
An unexpected discovery takes eighty-four-year-old Lily Davis Woodward to 1945, and the five days that forever changed her life. Married for only a week before her husband was sent to fight in WWII, Lily is anxious for his return, and the chance to begin their life together. In honor of the soldiers' homecoming, the small Georgia town of Toccoa plans a big celebration. And Jake Russo, a handsome Italian immigrant, also back from war, is responsible for the elaborate fireworks display the town commissioned. But after a chance encounter in a star-lit field, he steals Lily's heart and soul--and fulfills her in ways her socially-minded, upper-class family cannot. Now, torn by duty to society and her husband--and the poor, passionate man who might be her only true love--Lily must choose between a commitment she's already made and a love she’s never known before.
Fireworks Over Toccoa takes us to a moment in time that will resonate with readers long after the book’s unforgettable conclusion. A devastating and poignant story, this debut novel will resonate with anyone who believes in love.
2. Crimes by Moonlight: Mystery Writers of America Present by Charlaine Harris (Editor) (Synopsis from Barnes & Noble)
An unexpected discovery takes eighty-four-year-old Lily Davis Woodward to 1945, and the five days that forever changed her life. Married for only a week before her husband was sent to fight in WWII, Lily is anxious for his return, and the chance to begin their life together. In honor of the soldiers' homecoming, the small Georgia town of Toccoa plans a big celebration. And Jake Russo, a handsome Italian immigrant, also back from war, is responsible for the elaborate fireworks display the town commissioned. But after a chance encounter in a star-lit field, he steals Lily's heart and soul--and fulfills her in ways her socially-minded, upper-class family cannot. Now, torn by duty to society and her husband--and the poor, passionate man who might be her only true love--Lily must choose between a commitment she's already made and a love she’s never known before.
Fireworks Over Toccoa takes us to a moment in time that will resonate with readers long after the book’s unforgettable conclusion. A devastating and poignant story, this debut novel will resonate with anyone who believes in love.
2. Crimes by Moonlight: Mystery Writers of America Present by Charlaine Harris (Editor) (Synopsis from Barnes & Noble)
An all-new mystery anthology edited and featuring a new story by #1 New York Times bestselling author Charlaine Harris
Nighttime is the perfect time for the perfect crime. #1 New York Times bestselling author Charlaine Harris edits and contributes an all-new story-set in her Sookie Stackhouse universe-to this anthology from the Mystery Writers of America. Other authors include: Steve Brewer Dana Cameron Max Allan Collins and Mickey Spillane Barbara D'Amato Brendan DuBois Terrie Farley Moran Jack Fredrickson Parnell Hall Carolyn Hart S. W. Hubbard Toni L. P. Kelner Lou Kemp William Kent Kreuger Harley Jane Kozak Margaret Mahon Martin Meyers Jeffrey Somers Elaine Viets Mike Wiecek
(Synopsis from Barnes & Noble)
You are mistaken for a prostitute . . .
You fart during yoga class . . .
Your boyfriend has been posting pictures of his penis online . . .
You fart during yoga class . . .
Your boyfriend has been posting pictures of his penis online . . .
. . . And all you can say is OMG!
But then what? In this laugh-out-loud funny guide, gossip queen Deborah Baer gives you the wildest, wittiest, even witchiest solutions to the dramas and traumas that make you say, "Oh my God!"
4. Bless His Heart: The GRITS Guide to Loving (or Just Living with) Southern Men, by Deborah Ford
(I have a sneaking suspicion that Rachael Anne Meek Elrod secretly wrote this. At least she COULD have). (Excerpt from Amazon.com)
1,000 gift ideas for everyone in your life-no matter what their type!
From a self-proclaimed shopaholic, Gifted identifies more than 20 different personalities-from The Curious Kid and The Sporty Adventurer to The Big Boss, The Quirky Pal, and The Sweet 16-and provides specific and original ideas for each one. The first gift guide to organize gift recipients according to personality type.6. What’s New, Cupcake? by Karen Tack and Alan Richardson is about cupcake designs for every occasion!
7. The Nook
8. Big Bad-Ass Book of Cocktails (need I say more?)
9. Turkmenistan Round Bookmark in 24KT Gold Plate ($23at Barnes and Noble)
10. Jonathan Adler Dachshund White Resin Bookends- 2 Pieces ($40 at Barnes and Noble)
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