May 08, 2019 phaedra patricks characters are typically quirky and introverted and that is what i love about them. Jul 17, 2017 join host becky anderson as she talks with author phaedra patrick about her new novel, rise and shine, benedict stone. On a shelf in her pantry my mum keeps a round tin box full of beads, gemstones, buttons and buckles that shes found. Benedict stone has settled into a complacent and predictable routine. Phaedra patrick author of the curious charms of arthur. Phaedra patrick follows her debut novel, the curious charms of arthur pepper an indie next selection that was published in over 20. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Phaedra patricks debut novel, the curious charms of. Phaedra patrick returns with rise and shine, benedict stone, a gem of a novel about family, forgiveness and one mans second chance at happiness. Rise and shine, benedict stone phaedra patricks debut novel, the curious charms of arthur pepper, was hailed as poignant and utterly endearing. As per the curious charms of arthur pepper, its warmhearted, poignant and funny.
Business at his jewelry shop has dried up, and his marriage is on the rocks. Muchneeded joy after a week of hurricane irma mandatory evacuation. Join host becky anderson as she talks with author phaedra patrick about her new novel, rise and shine, benedict stone. Her new book is of the same genre but yet different. She studied art and marketing, and has worked as a stainedglass artist, film festival organizer and communications manager. On the other side is a young woman named gemma, who claims to be his niece from america. One lonely night, benedict stone is woken by banging on his door. Her first novel, the curious charms of arthur pepper was published in 2016. May 26, 2017 although generally a happy tale, rise and shine, benedict stone touches on a number of difficult subjects, such as infertility, family ties, marital problems and a betrayal. Rise and shine, benedict stone is a story of broken dreams, fractured family, and the power of belief. Her previous book, the curious charms of arthur pepper, left me feeling smiley as well. I tend to find dysfunctional family stories interesting as i can compare to my own family. May 16, 2017 unabashedly heartwarming, patricks the curious charms of arthur pepper, 2016 second novel is set in a quaint english village where our hero drinks lots of tea and eats too many sweets. Phaedra patricks debut novel, the curious charms of arthur pepper, was hailed as poignant and utterly endearing.
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Unabashedly heartwarming, patricks the curious charms of. By dealing with these vital issues, patrick has made her novel realistic and a morethanworthy followup to her critically acclaimed debut, the curious charms of arthur. All in all, rise and shine, benedict stone was another fabulous characterdriven book and i look forward to more from the author. Benedict keeps a past mistake hidden from his wife, estelle, throughout their marriage. Rise and shine, benedict stone audiobook by phaedra patrick. Gemma is benedicts audacious teenage niecethe daughter of his estranged brother, charlie. If youve not read the book already, these may contain spoilers. Rise and shine, benedict stone is a 2017 by phaedra patrick. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders.
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