Emily Giffin ist bekannt für ihre Romane, die die Komplexität moderner Beziehungen und familiärer Dynamiken treffend untersuchen. Ihre Werke greifen universelle Themen wie Liebe, Verlust und Selbstfindung mit ansteckender Ehrlichkeit und Empathie auf. Mit ihren fesselnden Charakteren und packenden Handlungssträngen bietet Giffin den Lesern nicht nur Unterhaltung, sondern auch tiefgründige Einblicke in ihr eigenes Leben. Ihre Fähigkeit, die feinen Nuancen menschlicher Verbindungen darzustellen, macht sie zu einer herausragenden Stimme in der zeitgenössischen Literatur.
The story follows four diverse college freshmen—Lainey, Tyson, Summer, and Hannah—who form a deep friendship in their shared dorm. As they navigate the challenges of college life, a tragic event near graduation tests their bond. A decade later, Hannah's life takes an unexpected turn, prompting the friends to reconnect and confront their own struggles. They embark on a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and acceptance, exploring themes of grief, love, and the enduring support of friendship in difficult times.
Set against the backdrop of American royalty, the narrative explores the romance between a privileged man and a woman with a troubled past. Their love story unfolds as a nostalgic and enchanting journey, filled with hope and challenges. The book promises to be a captivating read, blending elements of romance and personal growth, crafted by the author known for her engaging storytelling in previous bestsellers.
Spanning from 1980s London and the royal wedding of a century to a present-day reality TV show, A HOUSE FULL OF WINDSOR explores how one woman's messy past shapes her family's future. Sarah Percy's career depends on New Yorkers taking her household advice as gospel. "Sarah Says" used to be the most popular segment on the city's top morning show, but ratings are down and it looks like Sarah might not have a tip for everything, after all... especially when her mother gets involved.Debbie Windsor, Sarah's mother, is a shopaholic and compulsive hoarder, a secret Sarah has worked tirelessly to hide her entire life. Debbie was always fascinated by royalty, but when her real-life love story started to parallel Princess Diana's, she turned to collecting royal souvenirs to fill the void. Leaving her husband's native England and relocating the family to her hometown in Pennsylvania doesn't help the situation, and two decades later the house is a royal mess. Debbie's safety is on the line, but she brushes off any attempts her family makes to help.When Sarah's brother gets a job on Stuff, a TV show about compulsive hoarding, he nominates their mother for an episode and promises his famous sister's participation. Backed into a corner, Sarah and Debbie agree, but everyone has something at stake whether the episode does or doesn't go off without a hitch. With both family and romantic relationships on the line--including the connection between Sarah and the show's sexy host, and Debbie's budding romance with a local shopkeeper --long-buried secrets and resentment must come to the surface for the family to move on.
"It's 2 AM on a Saturday night in the spring of 2001, and twenty-eight-year old Cecily Gardner sits alone in a dive bar on New York's Lower East Side, questioning her life. Feeling lonesome and homesick for the Midwest, she wonders if she'll ever make it as a reporter in the big city--and whether she made a terrible mistake in breaking up with her longtime boyfriend Matthew. As Cecily reaches for the phone to call him, she hears a guy on the barstool next to her say, "Don't do it--you'll regret it." Something tells her to listen to him, and over the next several hours--and shots of tequila--the two forge an unlikely connection. That should be it, they both decide the next morning, as Cecily reminds herself of the perils of a rebound relationship. Moreover, the timing couldn't be worse--Grant is preparing to quit his job and move overseas. Yet despite all their obstacles, they can't seem to say goodbye, and for the first time in her carefully-constructed life, Cecily follows her heart over her head. Then Grant disappears in the chaos of 9/11. Fearing the worst, Cecily spots his face on a missing person poster, and realizes she is not the only one searching for him. Her investigative reporting instincts kick into action as she vows to discover the truth. But the questions pile up fast: How well did she really know Grant? Did he ever really love her? And is it possible to love a man who wasn't who he seemed to be? The Lies That Bind is a mesmerizing and emotionally resonant exploration of the never-ending search for love and truth--in our relationships, careers, and deep within our own hearts"-- Provided by publisher
Nina Browning is living the good life after marrying into Nashville’s elite. More recently, her husband made a fortune selling his tech business, and their adored son has been accepted to Princeton. Yet sometimes the middle-class small-town girl in Nina wonders if she’s strayed from the person she once was. Tom Volpe is a single dad working…
Meredith thought she'd done it all right - married the perfect man, had the perfect daughter - but as she grows increasingly restless, she can't help but wonder if she got the love part wrong. Josie has been happily single for years, but she wants a child of her own so much she's one bad Match.com date away from heading straight for the baby carriage all on her own. The sisters, whose relationship was strained by the tragic death of their older brother over a decade ago, find that they need each other more than they realized
Two of Emily Giffin's most beloved novels tell one story of love and betrayal, friendship and forgiveness...Something BorrowedA hard-working attorney at a large Manhattan firm, Rachel White has always played by the rules, quietly accepting the sidekick role to Darcy in their lopsided friendship. But that changes the night that Rachel confesses her feelings to Darcy's fiancé, and is both horrified and thrilled to discover that he feels the same way. As the wedding date draws near, events spiral out of control, and Rachel knows she must make a choice between her heart and conscience. In doing so, she discovers that the lines between right and wrong can be blurry, endings aren't always neat, and sometimes you have to risk everything to be true to yourself.Something BlueDarcy Rhone has always been able to rely on a few things: her beauty and charm. Her fiancé Dex. Her best friend Rachel. She never needed anything or anyone else. Or so she thought until she uncovered the ultimate betrayal. Blaming everyone but herself, Darcy flees to London and attempts to re-create her glamorous life on a new continent. But to her dismay, she discovers that her tried-and-true tricks no longer apply--and that her luck has finally expired. It is only then that she can begin her journey towards redemption, forgiveness, and the true meaning of happily ever after.
The book is a #1 New York Times bestseller and has been recognized as one of the best books of the year by Popsugar. It includes special features and invites readers to join the Random House Reader's Circle for engaging author chats and additional content. The description hints at a compelling narrative and community engagement, appealing to readers looking for both an enriching story and a connection with the author.
Die amerikanische Bestsellerautorin - mit einer ganz neuen Stimme - jetzt bei Diana! Eine glücklich verheiratete Vollzeitmutter und eine alleinerziehende Karriereanwältin: zwei Frauen, deren Leben unterschiedlicher nicht sein könnte. Bis ein tragischer Unfall Valerie und Tessa auf ungeahnte Weise zusammenführt. In der Folge werden die Liebe zu ihren Kindern, das Vertrauen in den Partner und der Glaube an das eigene Glück auf eine harte Probe gestellt. Zwei hübsche Kinder, ein schönes Haus, ein erfolgreicher Ehemann - Tessa meint, das Glück in den Händen zu halten. Sie hat ihren Job aufgegeben und gehört nun zu dem Kreis der Vollzeitmütter ihres schicken Bostoner Vororts. Dass Nick, ihr Mann, fast nur arbeitet, nimmt sie klaglos hin. Valerie Anderson ist eine angesehene Anwältin und alleinerziehende Mutter des sechsjährigen Charlie, von dessen Vater sie sich schon vor der Geburt trennte. Als der Junge nach einer Geburtstagsfeier lebensgefährlich verletzt ins Krankenhaus eingeliefert wird, bricht ihre Welt zusammen. Dem behandelnden Arzt Dr. Nick Russo geht Charlies Schicksal sehr nahe. Er verbringt viel Zeit mit seinem kleinen Patienten - und kommt auch der sonst so verschlossenen Valerie immer näher. Tessa muss mit ansehen, wie sich Nick ihr zunehmend entfremdet. Eine verhängnisvolle Situation, die drei Menschen dazu zwingt, ihr Leben zu hinter fragen und zu entscheiden, was am Ende zählt.
