A perfect holiday read, compulsively readable but also intriguing, thought-provoking and so good on female friendship' Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request. Three best friends. A weekend away. And a whole lot of baggage. Alice, Nina and Jules have been best friends for twenty years. They met in Paris and return there once a year, to relive their youth, leave the troubles of home behind, and indulge in each other's friendship and warmth. But this year, aged thirty-nine, the cracks in their relationships are starting to show... After their weekend together in Paris, the three women never speak again. Each claims the other two ghosted them. But is there more to the story? Praise for After Paris: 'A gripping yet tender story about friendship and motherhood... I think every reader will find a version of themselves somewhere in this book.' Holly Miller, author of What Might Have Been 'A refreshing and authentic take on female friendship. Complex, flawed and so real, I loved spending time with these three women.' Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City 'Nicole Kennedy writes beautifully about female friendship, family dramas, relationships, parenting, and the city of Paris. Moving, funny, and hugely relatable.' Andrea Mara, author of All Her Fault 'Touching, evocative and impossible to put down.' Lorraine Brown 'Gossip Girl meets Emily in Paris meets One Day. Complex, clever and – as with all of Kennedy's writing – relatable.' Laura Price, author of Single Bald Female 'A gorgeous, big hearted book.' Suzanne Ewart 'Brilliant, engaging and completely compelling, After Paris is a triumph.' Hannah Doyle 'I was enthralled by the story – from the setting to the heartache; the trials of motherhood and such a razor sharp look at the bonds of friendship.' Caroline Khoury 'Perfect... deals with the intricacies of female friendship and the struggles women face in our lives and often hide.' Libby Page 'Superb - funny, heartfelt, sad and moving with a sweet nostalgia that made me catch my breath.' Bethany Clift 'Stunning' Mira V Shah 'Moving, thought-provoking and very, very funny. A love letter to female friendship.' Sarah Turner Readers love After Paris: 'I loved the writing, the three main characters and the scene setting, all just perfect.' Reader Review ***** 'It is rare to find a book that is purely about female friendships. I absolutely adored this book.' Reader Review ***** 'An ideal summer read that will make you appreciate your friends and what you have.' Reader Review ***** 'I raced through the book, desperate to see what happened... I loved this immersive read.' Reader Review ***** 'A beautiful story of adult friendships that really resonated... I absolutely loved the setting and characters.' Reader Review ***** 'I love all things Paris, and I also love female friendships. This book had all of that and more!' Reader Review *****
Funny, timely and absolutely pitch perfect. I loved this unfiltered look at the world of influencers.' Clare Mackintosh Get ready for an Insta-Perfect Christmas! Cassie Holliday is at the top of her game. A glamorous wife and mother with 1.3 million Instagram followers, she posts images of her gorgeous husband and cute twins online every day. But it's not easy living the perfect life, and never more so than at Christmas. There aren't enough hand-stitched stocking advent calendars in the world that can gloss over the reality: Cassie's marriage is at breaking point, her finances are precarious and, for the first time in years, no brands want to sponsor her insta-perfect Christmas decor. When she befriends Beth, a quiet new mum who doesn't follow social media, Cassie can finally be herself. Beth only knows the real her: the tired mum who wants to snuggle in her pyjamas and drink wine by the fire. But then Cassie discovers Beth has a secret social media account, and offline friendship tips into online rivalry... Join Cassie, Beth and the rest of the flawed but lovable gang of Insta-Parents as they navigate the festive season... come December, who will be top of the (Christmas) tree? Praise for Everything's Perfect: 'Thought provoking, fluid, vivid... and a reminder to us all that our inside lives rarely reflect what we show on the outside. I loved it.' Lia Louis, author of Eight Perfect Hours 'I couldn't put it down... Nicole Kennedy writes so brilliantly about the weird world we live in.' Lucy Vine, author of Bad Choices 'A witty, no-filter glance at the reality of becoming – and remaining – a social media influencer.' Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City 'A fresh, eye-opening look into the fascinating world of "insta mums".' Katy Colins, author of The Best is Yet to Come 'A smart and thought-provoking read about friendship, parenting and the pressure to appear perfect... Witty and relatable.' Holly Miller 'If you have any interest at all in the strange world of "influencers", this book is The One... I felt like I'd been spied on. Thought provoking and laugh out loud funny. A perfect summer read.' Sarah Turner
Inspired by the true story behind Jackie Kennedy's iconic outfit, Kelby has stitched a compelling tale of politics, fashion and history." -- People On November 22, 1963, Jacqueline Kennedy accompanied her husband to Dallas dressed in a pink Chanel-style suit. Much of her wardrobe, including the pink suit, came from the New York boutique Chez Ninon where a young Irish immigrant named Kate worked behind the scenes to meticulously craft the memorable outfits. Kate is torn between the glamorous world of Chez Ninon and her traditional Manhattan neighborhood. Finding balance is not easy in a time when women are still expected to follow the rules. And when you're in love, it's impossible. Kelby's luxurious narrative gives fascinating insight into the real story behind the iconic pink suit, introducing the reader to the wildly unforgettable characters that made Jackie Kennedy into the fashion icon of the century.
This autobiography begins with Nicole as a child in Paris at the cusp of World War II. Inspired by the American liberation of France in 1945 she eventually makes her way to the United States after many struggles in post-war France and Spain. She also shares personal intimate revelations as well as her travels and life experiences in Mexico and Australia.
On 22 November 1963, Jacqueline Kennedy accompanied her husband to Dallas, Texas, wearing a pink suit that was one of his favourites. But as Jackie was greeted by ecstatic crowds that sunny morning, nobody could have dreamt just how iconic the suit would soon become. In The Pink Suit, Nicole Mary Kelby has written a novel imagining the life of the garment that became emblematic of the moment the American Dream turned to ashes. Kate is an Irish seamstress working in the back room at Chez Ninon, an exclusive Manhattan atelier entrusted with creating much of Jackie's wardrobe. Kate and the First Lady share roots in rural Ireland, and although their lives could not be more different, Kate honours their connection by using the muslin toiles for each piece she sews for Mrs Kennedy to fashion an identical garment - in a different fabric - for her own niece. Then comes the terrible day that pictures of Kate's handiwork, splashed with the president's blood, are beamed all over the world. The Pink Suit is a fascinating novel about politics, fashion, history and the people who have a hand in it - from the backrooms of a Manhattan dressmaker's to the Blue Room at the White House.
Now that Kennedy and Tasia have found the secret the Hart Brothers are keeping, what will be their next move? Kennedy is pregnant with Zaire's baby but is now heartbroken after she found out about Zaire's pregnant fiancé. Will she give Zaire another chance, or will she be insistent on co-parenting and moving on with her life?Zaire has overheard that he may not be the father of Monique's new baby. If that's not bad enough, the fact that Tristian could be the other possible father makes it worse. Zaire makes it clear that he's done with her and moving on to Kennedy if she allows it. What lengths will Monique go to make sure she remains in Zaire's life?Finding out that she's in a love triangle was too much for Tasia. Heartbroken that Michael has cheated her and created a child behind her back, she leaves and doesn't look back. Much to the dismay of Michael who makes it clear who he wants. The only problem is Jewel refuses to listen and doesn't mind letting the world know that she plans to be the last woman standing. If you thought part 1 was full of drama, you better get ready for part 2. Read and see if Kennedy and Tasia will regret giving away their love.
Kennedy Strong is a gorgeous twenty-one-year-old college student that had one bad relationship with her high-school sweetheart, Tristian, and it made her want to just focus on herself. Being a full-time student and working a full-time job, she doesn't have a lot of time to spend with the opposite sex. A chance encounter with an old teenage crush, Zaire Hart, brings back old feelings that Kennedy didn't know still existed. In a short time, Zaire sweeps her off her feet, and she gives him the free time she only had reserved for herself. The only problem is that while Kennedy is giving almost all of herself to Zaire, he has a lot of secrets that he isn't so forthcoming to share.Tasiaa Mitchell is Kennedy's best friend since childhood. She's also a beautiful twenty-one-year-old college student, but also add young mother to the mix. Tasia is in a relationship with her longtime boyfriend, Michael Hart, who also happens to be Zaire's younger brother. Tasia and Michael have been together off and on for eight years. It seems after they had their daughter two years ago that they finally got their stuff together and were in a blissful relationship. While Tasia is on cloud nine and admiring the father and boyfriend that Michael is, she doesn't know that he is keeping a secret that could break her heart and ruin their relationship forever.Joinn Kennedy and Tasia on the ride of their lives as they go through the best and worst time of their lives together. Will they be able to make it out on top, or will the crap they're about to endure break them down all together?
Medical Technology and the Social: How Medical Technology is Impacting Social relations, Institutions, and Beliefs about what is Normal explores the intersection of society and medical technology to examine how medical technology impacts our day-to-day lives. The contributors examine a variety of technologies and their impact on the social world, from older technologies such as the use of fax machines in hospitals to cutting-edge technologies such as Bluetooth-enabled smart pills. Underlying each chapter is a consideration of what is “normal”, investigating such themes as power and social control, diffusion of technology, eco-crip theory, the changing role of medical expertise, the embodiment of the fetus in utero, the history of prosthetics, and how technology has reformed conceptions of a “normal” body.
When strong-willed, theatrical eighth grader Brie Hutchens tells a lie because she isn’t quite ready to come out to her mother, she must navigate the consequences in her relationships with her family, friends, and faith in this own-voices LGBTQ novel from the acclaimed author of Hurricane Season.
When strong-willed, theatrical eighth grader Brie Hutchens tells a lie because she isn’t quite ready to come out to her mother, she must navigate the consequences in her relationships with her family, friends, and faith in this own-voices LGBTQ novel from the acclaimed author of Hurricane Season.
The Transfer of Power Between Presidential Administrations examines the problems that can occur when a new president enters office, with a focus on historical case studies. The transition between presidents—especially when changing parties—is a wildcard in U.S. foreign policy that often confuses or concerns nations engaged with the United States. Though there are systems in place to ensure information gets passed from one administration to another, ideas and their execution can change dramatically when a new president takes office. Using case studies of six different incoming administrations during the Cold War and 21st century, this book will explore how the successes and failures in presidential transitions have had long-term effects on U.S. foreign policy, grand strategy, and international position. Looking at transitions involving multiple presidents, this book offers a fresh perspective on how foreign policy is formulated and carried out. The book ends with an analysis of 21st-century transitions, making this work timely and important. This book will be of interest to students of modern American history, American politics and the modern presidency, and international relations.
There is a widely held notion that, except for the elections of 1928 and 1960, the Irish have primarily influenced only state and local government. The Irish and the American Presidency reveals that the Irish have had a consistent and noteworthy impact on presidential careers, policies, and elections throughout American history. Using US party systems as an organizational framework, this book examines the various ways that Scots-Irish and Catholic Irish Americans, as well as the Irish who remained in eire, have shaped, altered, and sometimes driven such presidential political factors as party nominations, campaign strategies, elections, and White House policymaking.The Irish seem to be inextricably interwoven into important moments of presidential political history. Yanoso discusses the Scots-Irish participation in the American Revolution, the Whiskey Rebellion, and the War of 1812. She describes President Bill Clinton's successful Good Friday Agreement that brought peace and hope to Northern Ireland. And finally, she assesses the now-common presidential visits to Ireland as a strategy for garnering Irish-American support back home.No previous work has explored the impact of Irish and Irish-American affairs on US presidential politics throughout the entire scope of American history. Readers interested in presidential politics, American history, and/or Irish/Irish-American history are certain to find The Irish and the American Presidency enjoyable, informative, and impactful.
Harry S. Truman presided over one of the most challenging times in American history—the end of World War II and the onset of the Cold War. Thrust into the presidency after Franklin D. Roosevelt died in office, Truman oversaw the transition to a new, post-war world in which the United States wielded the influence of a superpower. With his humble beginnings and straightforward manner, Truman was the personification of a typical American. As president, however, he dealt with decisions that were anything but typical. His presidency saw the decision to drop the atomic bomb, the integration of the military, and the development of an interventionist foreign policy aimed at ‘containing’ Communism, from providing aid in the Marshall Plan to entering the Korean War. In the post-Cold War era, Harry S. Truman: The Coming of the Cold War provides insight into a pivotal moment in history that laid the foundations of today’s politics and international relations. In this concise and accessible biography, Nicole L. Anslover addresses the president’s political and personal life to explore the lasting impact that Truman had on American society and America’s role in the world. Supplemented by a diverse array of primary documents, including presidential addresses, private letters, and political cartoons, this narrative presents a key American figure to students of history and politics.
Examines the life and accomplishments of Joe Biden, a U.S. senator from Delaware who was elected the forty-seventh Vice President of the United States.
Can just a little fling lead to wedding rings? Find out in these sizzling contemporary romances where unexpected trysts set off a firestorm of passion and desire for six sparkling couples. Luc: Single father and restaurant owner Luc Rossi's life has no room for love--until his cooking lessons with widow and romance writer Liz Anderson lead to a one-time steamy afternoon romp. Can he convince Liz that giving their relationship a chance beyond the bedroom wouldn't be a betrayal of her past? New York Minute: When rock star Diego Diaz flashes his bedroom eyes at shy accountant Veronica Bass during a wedding reception, she invents a cover story and leads him to the nearest hotel room. Diego's secrets are the kind that blow up any lasting relationship. Is their love destined to last for only a New York minute? From One Night to Forever: Trucker Aaron Henderson rolls into Resilient, Tennessee, for business, but an unexpected one-night stand turns out to be his new partner's baby sister. When Kacey Randal learns her brother's new business partner has a list of conquests as high as his big rig's mileage, she's ready to pretend their night together never happened. Can Aaron prove to Kacey he's ready to reform his roaming ways? Naked Truth: Special Agent Jack Boudreaux is a man who's always looking for a good time, and what better place for a pick up than a wedding? That's fine with Kennedy St. George, who's burnt out on love. But when Jack's FBI assignment sends him undercover at a male strip club in her city, their one time becomes an affair that distracts him from his job and puts their hearts--and Kennedy's life--in danger. What a Texas Girl Needs: Matias Barnes knows all about society women like Vanessa Witte. It's part of the reason he left his wealthy family behind and took a job on a ranch. But after their ill-advised roll in the hay, can Matt resist her charms even though he knows she's Ms. Wrong? Masquerade: Sophie Franklyn and Alex Scavoni spend a sizzling New Year's Eve in each other's arms, reveling in the anonymity of a masked party. But when next they meet, it's in the high-pressure world of a busy Perth emergency room where they must work side by side.
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