On Turpentine Lane
A Novel
What's it about
Have you ever felt like your life was suddenly spiraling into a quirky, unpredictable mystery? At thirty-two, Faith Frankel's quiet life is upended when she buys a house on Turpentine Lane, only to discover a mysterious note and a stash of cash hidden inside. Get ready to follow Faith as she navigates a new job, a budding romance, and the bizarre secrets of her home's previous owner. You'll explore the hilarious and heartwarming chaos that ensues when family drama, small-town gossip, and a potential crime collide in this charming tale.
Meet the author
Elinor Lipman is the award-winning author of sixteen acclaimed books of fiction and nonfiction, celebrated by critics as a modern-day Jane Austen for her witty and humane social comedies. A master of the romantic screwball genre, her novels are born from a sharp eye for life's absurdities and a deep affection for her endearingly flawed characters. Lipman’s distinctive voice and clever plotting have earned her a devoted following and established her as a beloved figure in contemporary American fiction.
What's it about
Have you ever felt like your life was suddenly spiraling into a quirky, unpredictable mystery? At thirty-two, Faith Frankel's quiet life is upended when she buys a house on Turpentine Lane, only to discover a mysterious note and a stash of cash hidden inside. Get ready to follow Faith as she navigates a new job, a budding romance, and the bizarre secrets of her home's previous owner. You'll explore the hilarious and heartwarming chaos that ensues when family drama, small-town gossip, and a potential crime collide in this charming tale.
Meet the author
Elinor Lipman is the award-winning author of sixteen acclaimed books of fiction and nonfiction, celebrated by critics as a modern-day Jane Austen for her witty and humane social comedies. A master of the romantic screwball genre, her novels are born from a sharp eye for life's absurdities and a deep affection for her endearingly flawed characters. Lipman’s distinctive voice and clever plotting have earned her a devoted following and established her as a beloved figure in contemporary American fiction.
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