Playlist for Menopause to Matrimony

I love to mention songs in my stories, and would love it even more if I could actually quote lyrics, more than just a couple of words, without getting into deep doo doo. There are so many amazing songs out there, but I understand the restrictions. Anyway, I did this for Vegas to Varanasi when Laura Chapman was kind enough to host me on her blog and it was so much fun. You can see it here if you're interested. And now for the Menopause to Matrimony playlist.

At first, I was going to include a brief explanation about why each song appears, but then thought it might be better to leave a little mystery. Maybe the selections will intrigue you to pick up the book and find out for yourself. :) And don't worry--if you haven't read the first book, this one can be read as a stand alone. I Put a Spell On You - Bryan Ferry You Should Be Dancing - Bee Gees Na Na - Trey Songz Gold Digger - Kanye West ft. Jamie Foxx Never Can Say Goodbye - Jackson Five Follow You Follow Me - Genesis Signed Sealed Delivered - Stevie Wonder Adore You - Miley Cyrus Our Love Is Here to Stay - Frank Sinatra Come to Me - Goo Goo Dolls The sequel to Vegas to Varanasi catches up with Anna and Kiran a couple of years after the event that brought the once “ugly duckling” high school acquaintances together. But will their romance continue to flourish in the face of a whole new set of insecurities brought on by middle age? 

First, there’s Kiran, who has an unexpected health scare. While his doctors assure no permanent damage has been done, there seems to have been some damage to his personality, as the normally respectful and reserved Kiran begins behaving erratically and overtly. Anna wants to hope that this is temporary, sparked by the visit of Kiran’s womanizing, free-spirited cousin, Seth. But is this just the midlife Kiran surfacing? 

Anna has midlife issues of her own. Now forty-eight, she’s navigating the onset of perimenopause and all the delights that come with it, from facial hair to mood swings to body temperature issues. On top of that, her two-year-old granddaughter is starting to show signs of a behavior disorder, bringing with it a whole other level of stress and worry. 

Will Anna and Kiran finally find their happily ever after? Or end up stuck in a midlife mess in this romantic comedy of accepting change, and “the change.” Like to party? Hop along the Hump Day Blog Hop on Julie Valerie’s Book Blog. Click here to return to the Hump Day Blog Hop.