Welcome to another Bookish Friday, in which I share excerpts from books…and connect with other bloggers, who do the same.
Let’s begin the celebration by sharing Book Beginnings, hosted by Rose City Reader; and let’s showcase The Friday 56 with Freda’s Voice.
To join in, just grab a book and share the opening lines…along with any thoughts you wish to give us; then turn to page 56 and excerpt anything on the page.
Then give us the title of the book, so others can add it to their lists!
What a great way to spend a Friday!
Today’s feature is a recently downloaded library book: Surprise Me, by Sophie Kinsella, a witty and emotionally charged novel that delves into the heart of a marriage, and how those we love and think we know best can sometimes surprise us the most…
Beginning: (Prologue)
I have this secret little vocabulary for my husband. Words I’ve invented, just to describe him. I’ve never even told him about them: They just pop into my head now and then. Like…
Scrubcious: the adorable way he scrunches up his face when he’s confused, his eyebrows akimbo, his gaze imploring, as if to say: Explain!
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Friday 56: My smile is still fixed on my face. I feel slightly surreal. But I don’t hesitate for a moment.
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Synopsis: After ten years together, Sylvie and Dan have a comfortable home, fulfilling jobs, and beautiful twin girls, and they communicate so seamlessly they finish each other’s sentences. They have a happy marriage and believe they know everything there is to know about each other. Until it’s casually mentioned to them that they could be together for another sixty-eight years . . . and panic sets in.
They decide to bring surprises into their marriage to keep it fresh and fun. But in their pursuit of Project Surprise Me—from unexpected gifts to restaurant dates to sexy photo shoots—mishaps arise, with disastrous and comical results. Gradually, surprises turn to shocking truths. And when a scandal from the past is uncovered, they begin to wonder if they ever really knew each other at all.
With a colorful cast of eccentric characters, razor-sharp observations, and her signature wit and charm, Sophie Kinsella presents a humorous yet moving portrait of a marriage—its intricacies, comforts, and complications. Surprise Me reveals that hidden layers in a close relationship are often yet to be discovered.
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I’m eager to start reading this book. What do you think?
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SNOW SPARKS 
Well, Surprise Me sounds like a good book. I hope you enjoy it once you get to it.
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Thanks, Breana, I’m looking forward to it. Have a great weekend!
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I’m intrigued. I haven’t actually read any of her books yet but have always meant to. I hope you enjoy it! Here’s my Friday56: https://myendlessshelf.weebly.com/home/the-friday-56-taboo-for-you-by-anyta-sunday
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I haven’t read any of her books in a while…I especially like the books, like this one, that are not part of a series. Thanks for visiting, Kayleigh.
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This does sound like a really fun read! I love Sophie Kinsella novels so this is definitely one that I’d keep reading. I hope you enjoy this one when you get to it 🙂
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Thanks for visiting, Hayley, and I’m eager to begin reading it. Enjoy yours!
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HI! Oh, she is a great author. I’m sure you’ll love this book! I’d read on.
Here is mine this week: http://bit.ly/Fri56Tooth
Have a lovely weekend! x
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Thanks for visiting, Sassy, this book should be distracting for me this weekend. Enjoy yours!
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I love the way it sounds, especially the love she has for her husband in the beginning. 🙂 Happy weekend!
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Thanks for hosting and for visiting, Freda. I also love that about their relationship in the beginning. Maybe there is hope for them. Enjoy your weekend!
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I’m not sure I’ve ever read any Kinsella but I’ve heard so many fun things about her books. This looks like perfect summer reading!
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Thanks for visiting, Katherine, I’ve read most of the Shopaholic books, but have found the stand-alone books to be more interesting. Enjoy!
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It’s been ages since I read any of Sophie Kinsella’s novels. I did enjoy them, so I think I’d like this one too.Happy Reading!
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Thanks, Margaret, it’s been a while for me, too. I’m looking forward to it. Have a great weekend.
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This does sound interesting. I hope you enjoy it. This week I have a book that has been on TBR mountain way too long – A Rumor of Bones by Beverly Connor. Happy reading!
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Thanks for visiting, Kathy, and I am enjoying some books from my TBR Mountain, too.
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Oh I love this author and this sounds wonderful. I’m going to add it to my wishlist. Great choice. Have a great weekend!
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Thanks, Yvonne, so do I, but it’s been a while since I read her. I am looking forward to it.
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It’s been a while since I’ve read a book by Sophie Kinsella. This one sounds great, so I think I might have to check it out. Hope you enjoy it! Have a great weekend! 🙂
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Thanks, Ashley, I am eager to start reading it. Enjoy your choices.
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I am looking forward to this book and hopefully can fit it in this summer. I enjoy Sophie Kinsella’s writing. She’s such fun! Have a great weekend, Laurel-Rain.
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Thanks, Wendy, I think this story sounds like fun…and can’t wait to read it.
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I’ve never read a book by this author, but I’ve always been curious. Enjoy your weekend!
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Thanks for visiting, Alicia. Her books are fun.
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Happy Reading. Hope you enjoy it!
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Thanks, Nicki, I hope to start it soon.
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Sounds like a fun read! Enjoy!!
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Thanks, Catherine, I hope to love it.
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I read it and enjoyed it. I admit, though, that I skipped the prolog. I usually do.
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Thanks for visiting, Sarah, and I did enjoy this book, even with the prologue. Sometimes prologues seem unnecessary, but at other times, like in this book, it added a little extra something.
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