Susan Wiggs's Blog, page 34
August 15, 2012
shout out to Library Journal
Ah, what a nice review. Thanks, LJ.Wiggs, Susan. Return to Willow Lake. Mira: Harlequin. (Lakeshore Chronicles, Bk. 9). Sept. 2012. c.320p. ISBN 9780778313847. $24.95. CONTEMPORARY UNESCO director Sonnet Romano leads a charmed life: she has just been offered a sought-after fellowship, a handsome man is in love with her, and she is swept up in her biological father’s run for Congress. Then she finds out that her mother is pregnant and there are serious complications, so Sonnet leaves New York and heads to Avalon and Willow Lake. Over-the-top reality show characters add interest, while beautifully integrated flashbacks help put everything into perspective. This engaging series is beginning to acquire classic saga-like dimensions. VERDICT An ambitious heroine who finally discovers what is important in life and a hero who’s rising to the top but who has always known where his loyalties lay are front and center in this issue-centered, touching reunion tale. Wiggs (Marrying Daisy Bellamy) lives on Bainbridge Island, WA.
August 13, 2012
August 12, 2012
homegrown
Whenever I pick an apple that looks like this, you know I’m going to take a picture of it. I’m immature that way.
August 11, 2012
August 10, 2012
dedication page
For Return to Willow Lake…coming out August 28.
August 7, 2012
Booklist LURVE
Booklist Review: RETURN TO WILLOW LAKE
Title: RETURN TO WILLOW LAKE
Author: Susan Wiggs
Release date: September 2012
Price: $24.95U.S./$27.95 CAN
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 978-0-7783-1384-7
“This tale of romance and family love is in the popular style of Lisa Wingate and Debbie Macomber and will attract new readers while delighting best-selling, RITA-winning Wiggs’ many loyal fans.”
The ninth volume in Wiggs’ popular Willow Lake series brings together several story lines in surprising and emotional ways to create a satisfying read. The story begins with Daisy’s wedding and a brief intense connection between Sonnet and Zach. Sonnet returns to New York only to turn down a prestigious fellowship when her mother, Nina, becomes pregnant, then gets a serious medical diagnosis. Sonnet begins working on a reality-show production in town, and Zach is a lead filmmaker on the project. Minor characters shine, as always with Wiggs, including an insightful hip-hop star and kids from the reality show. Nina’s story seems bleak at times, and Sonnet tries to help her while also trying to please her difficult father in a realistically portrayed struggle. Zach’s role as white knight for both Sonnet and her mother is touching and funny. This tale of romance and family love is in the popular style of Lisa Wingate and Debbie Macomber and will attract new readers while delighting best-selling, RITA-winning Wiggs’ many loyal fans. — Amy Alessio
Return to Willow Lake Booklist Review_August 6.pdf
August 4, 2012
sizzle & chill
One of my favorite writers and I are co-hosting a contest to celebrate the release of our new books. Tess Gerritsen and I are calling it “Sizzle and Chill” — warmhearted romance and icy suspense. Click here to enter. The prizes rock! A pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses and an Adirondack chair. Here’s the URL again, to enter. http://a.pgtb.me/dgNv
Happy Reading!
August 3, 2012
what a fun read
Love the surprise I received in the mail…Sandra Hill’s latest, along with an essential fashion accessory. Can’t wait to jump in. KISS OF SURRENDER–check it out. Sandra is always entertaining!
