Shem Creek - (Lowcountry Tales (Paperback)) by Dorothea Benton Frank (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Frank's newest "New York Times" bestselling Low Country tale features a New Jersey woman and a man from Atlanta who both relocate their families to Shem Creek, South Carolina, to restart their lives.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>"The strong pull of friendship, the leisurely pace of a tiny, waterfront Southern town, and the steady buildup of romance help buoy Frank's well-drawn, memorable characters" (Publishers Weekly) in this <i>New York Times</i> bestseller.</b> <p/>Meet Linda Breland, single parent of two teenage daughters--one of whom is headed off to college. Between that and the married men, the cold New Jersey winters, her pinched wallet, and her ex-husband who married a beautiful, successful woman ten years younger than she is--let's just say Linda has seen enough to fill a thousand pages. Now she's bound for Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, the magical landscape of her ancestors. Welcomed by the help of her advice-dispensing sister and an intriguing ex-investment banker turned restaurant owner, Linda slowly begins to find her way and realize that she, too, is entitled to a second chance....<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Populated with funny, likeable characters, powerful settings, and, best of all, realistic, colorful dialogue that will make the reader laugh out loud."--<i>Savannah Morning News</i> <p/> "She combines evocative descriptions of the place and its culture with rollicking tales of middle-aged women making a fresh start in work and love."--<i>The Charlotte Observer</i> <p/> "Having <i>Shem Creek</i> in your possession will be a great excuse to get in one more weekend at the beach."--<i>Winston-Salem Journal</i> <p/> "Fans no doubt will love it...few can capture an over-the-top, colorful voice better than Frank."--<i>Lexington Herald-Leader</i> <p/> "This delightful book embraces characters that will not soon be forgotten...You'll enjoy your visit to Shem Creek."--<i>The Decatur Daily</i><br> <b> </b><br> "You can practically smell the homemade biscuits in this warm, evocative tale of food and family set in South Carolina's scenic Lowcountry."--<i>Perform <p/></i>"Frank crafts unique characters, including Linda, a southern girl with Jersey grit, and Mimi, who is as lovable as she is quirky. Frank's latest cheers the soul with classic wit and the discovery of true friendships."--<i>RT Book Reviews</i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Dorothea Benton Frank</b> was born and raised on Sullivan's Island in South Carolina. She was the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of numerous novels, including <i>Sullivan's Island</i>, <i>Plantation</i>, <i>Pawleys Island</i>, <i>Shem Creek</i>, and <i>Isle of Palms</i>.
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