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 Secrets of the Tulip Sisters, by Susan Mallery, a charming tale about the problem with secrets, the power of love and the unbreakable bond between sisters…
Beginnings: Kelly Murphy was willing to accept certain injustices in the world. That brownies had more calories than celery. That wearing white pants meant getting her period—regardless of where she was in her cycle. That her car would be low on gas only on days when she was running late. What she did not appreciate or accept was the total unfairness of Griffith Burnett not only returning to Tulpen Crossing, Washington, nearly a year ago, but apparently waking up last month and deciding that stalking her was how he was going to spend his days.
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Friday 56: He got up and walked to the kitchen to pour his third cup of coffee. Okay—he might or might not know the problem. He now had several new techniques to try. (56%).
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Synopsis: Kelly Murphy’s life as a tulip farmer is pretty routine—up at dawn, off to work, lather, rinse, repeat. But everything changes one sun-washed summer with two dramatic homecomings: Griffith Burnett—Tulpen Crossing’s prodigal son, who’s set his sights on Kelly—and Olivia, her beautiful, wayward and, as far as Kelly is concerned, unwelcome sister. Tempted by Griffith, annoyed by Olivia, Kelly is overwhelmed by the secrets that were so easy to keep when she was alone.
But Olivia’s return isn’t as triumphant as she pretends. Her job has no future, and ever since her dad sent her away from the bad boy she loved, she has felt cut off from her past. She’s determined to reclaim her man and her place in the family…whether her sister likes it or not. For ten years, she and Kelly have been strangers. Olivia will get by without her approval now.
While Kelly and Olivia butt heads, their secrets tumble out in a big hot mess, revealing some truths that will change everything they thought they knew. Can they forgive each other—and themselves—and redefine what it means to be sisters?
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Would you keep reading? Do the excerpts capture your interest?
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Sounds like a delicious read!
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Thanks, Catherine, I’ve had this one for a while. I hope to love it. Enjoy yours.
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Looks full of conflict and emotion! I hope you enjoy it – not sure I would though.
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I’ve been meaning to try this author, but I’ve had this one for a while. I hope to enjoy it, too, Margaret. Thanks for visiting.
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I haven’t read the author, but I know she’s popular. Maybe some day!
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I haven’t read her before, either. I’m hoping to enjoy this one. Thanks for stopping by, Lauren. Enjoy your pick.
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Sounds very good! I do like what stories I have read of Susan’s, so will go off to find this one on GR. 🙂 Happy weekend!
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Thanks, Freda, I’ve been wanting to read the author for a while, as I see the books on other blogs. Eager to read it. Enjoy yours!
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Great beginning. This sounds like an interesting story. This week I am featuring Magic Triumphs by Ilona Andrews. Happy reading!
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Thanks for stopping by, Kathy, and enjoy yours!
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I love the line about the third cup of coffee. I can definitely relate! XD
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Oh, yes, Louise, me too! Today I didn’t get my third cup of coffee because my coffee pot has decided to go the way of other broken ones. Sigh.
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Hmmm…your 56 has me raising my eyebrow. I’d love for you and your readers to check out my book for today . . .
https://tinyurl.com/LisaKsBookReviews91418
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Thanks, Lisa, I like that one, too. Enjoy your pick.
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I wish brownies had as few calories as celery . . . That will always be a sore spot for me. Haha
I have been wanting to read something by Susan Mallery for a while now. This sounds good! Have a great week!
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Thanks, Wendy, if only! I hope to love this book.
Enjoy your reading.
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A novel featuring a tulip farmer is refreshing. I thought from the title that I’d seen this one before, but once I read the synopsis, I realized not. It looks good. I hope you enjoy it.
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Thanks, Roberta, I’m eager to read it!
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Those are great snippets! It’s been years since I read a Susan Mallery book. This one sounds like a really good one! Thanks for sharing! Hope you have an amazing weekend! 🙂
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Thanks, Ashley, this one will be my first from the author, so I’m hoping to love it. Enjoy your reading.
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A tulip farmer. That’s different. And this sounds so fun:)
My Friday 56 from The Monster Museum
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Thanks, Laura, I love tulips, so I’m intrigued with the idea of a tulip farmer. Enjoy your weekend.
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I love this author, but I haven’t read the book yet. I do have it on my TBR, though.
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This one will be a first for me with this author. I can’t wait! Thanks for visiting, Yvonne, and enjoy the book.
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Despite the inevitable drama, I hope there is a happy ending for these two sisters. Hope you enjoy the weekend!
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Thanks, Alicia, let’s hope so! Glad you could stop by.
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Probably not one I’d pick up, but I do hope you have fun with it.
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Thanks, Nicki, I hope so, too.
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Tulip farming seems like an interesting job for a character. It sounds like a great book. I know my reviewer Susan enjoyed it. Thanks for stopping by Girl Who Reads.
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Thanks for stopping by, Donna, and I hope to enjoy this one.
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I like the beginning! I wonder what the life of a tulip farmer is like.
Ronnie @ Paradise Found
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Thanks for visiting, Ronnie, I wonder about that, too.
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Ha! I love that book beginning! Have a great weekend and happy reading! White pants…isn’t that the truth tho?!
Jo-Ann
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Thanks, Jo-Ann, so many true things in that beginning. LOL. Enjoy your week!
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