Elinor Lipman crée des romans humoristiques qui offrent des observations perspicaces de la société américaine contemporaine. Son style distinctif mêle commentaires sociaux spirituels et un regard aiguisé sur les absurdités et les complexités de la vie quotidienne. Les récits de Lipman se caractérisent par des intrigues captivantes et des personnages mémorables, invitant les lecteurs dans des mondes à la fois familiers et délicieusement inattendus. Par sa prose percutante et ses portraits perspicaces, elle livre constamment des histoires à la fois divertissantes et stimulantes.
The author showcases exceptional skill in essay writing, delivering insightful and engaging commentary. The collection reflects a sharp wit and keen observations, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate thoughtful essays. Each piece offers a unique perspective, inviting readers to explore various themes and ideas with clarity and depth.
A sister story about love, loneliness, and new life in middle age, from the author of The Family Man and The Inn at Lake Devine.
Published to coincide with the major film "Then She Found Me," featuring Helen Hunt, Bette Midler, and Colin Firth.
"A novelist worth recommending to friends," says The Times.
A phone call from his ex-wife disrupts Henry Archer's orderly life, reconnecting him with Thalia, his long-lost stepdaughter. Now twenty-nine and aspiring to be an actress, Thalia is navigating her own challenges, including a complicated relationship with her eccentric mother. As she moves into Henry's townhouse, their bond deepens, and Henry discovers new purpose and potential romance amidst the chaos of Thalia's life, sparking a journey of healing and rediscovery for both.
Faith Frankel buys a sweet but dilapidated bungalow in the hope of a peaceful life. When a policeman knows on the door, she discovers that the history of her new home is anything but tranquil. A madcap comedy from one of America's most acclaimed novelists.
Exploring the themes of returning to one's roots, the narrative delves into the complexities of reconciling with a challenging past. Through humor and warmth, the author weaves a story that intertwines love, golf, and the intricacies of DNA, highlighting the journey of self-discovery and the search for light amidst darkness.
My Latest Grievance stars the beguiling teenager Frederica Hatch, the "Eloise of Dewing College." Born and raised in the dormitory of this small women's college and chafing under the care of "the most annoyingly evenhanded parental team in the history of civilization," Frederica is starting to feel that her life is stiflingly snug. That all changes with the arrival on campus of a new dorm mother, the glamorous Laura Lee French, the frenetic center of her own universe.
Will Rachel Klein bring down the President? Or will he manage to do that all by himself?
The contents of a discarded high-school yearbook take on a new urgency in this light-as-a-feather comedy