Author: Danielle Steel
Publisher: Dell
ISBN: 0307566412
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
In her 57th bestselling novel, Danielle Steel brilliantly chronicles the roller-coaster ride of dating the second time around—and tells a captivating story of the surprises one woman encounters when she’s thrust into the terrifying, exhilarating world of the Dating Game. Paris Armstrong never saw it coming. With two grown children and a lovely home in Connecticut, Paris was happy with her marriage, her family, her life. So when her husband of twenty-four years said they needed to talk, Paris couldn’ t imagine what he was about to say. “I want a divorce,” Peter tells her. Just like that, the husband she adored had dumped her for a younger woman. And just like that, Peter and his thirty-one-year-old lover had made their plans for their future, leaving Paris to pick up the pieces of a shattered life. Within days, Peter was gone. And Paris was left to figure out how she intended to get through the next day, let alone the rest of her life. The task could not have been more painful. First came the tears. Then the excruciating attempts by well-meaning friends to “fix her up” with men who paled in comparison to Peter. Worse yet, she still loved him. Finally, Paris realized she was in a fight for her very survival. Drastic measures were called for. Even her shrink agreed. It was time to move—as far away as possible, just after Peter remarried. Paris had never felt, or been, more alone. Saying good-bye to the world she knew and loved, Paris heads west, to San Francisco, and discovers being single in a world full of men who were too young, too old, too married, or too good to be true. For Paris, the list seemed endless...the charming commitment-phobe...the drunken Neanderthal...the young Frenchman—so adorably sexy she almost forgot about his age, and did, for a while. With her dating track record veering between disappointing and disastrous, and her daughter now engaged to a man Paris’s age, Paris finally comes to the conclusion that romance is not in her future. That’s when her small circle of offbeat, loving friends becomes more important than ever before. And a decision Paris makes only for herself changes her life once more. The secret, she discovers finally, is in finding the gifts in life’s unexpected twists and turns, and turning despair into freedom and loss into joy. In a poignant, wickedly funny novel about getting dumped and getting over it, about tackling life with both courage and laughter, Danielle Steel explores what it means to start over, whether you wanted to or not, and finding something better than you had before.
The Dating Game
Author: Kiley Roache
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 148803429X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
The Social Network gets a romantic twist in this fresh and engaging new read from the author of Frat Girl, Kiley Roache. Experience the whirlwind ups and downs of college life in this authentic and entertaining new novel! When a notoriously difficult class for future entrepreneurs leads to three freshmen developing the next “it” app for dating on college campuses, all hell breaks loose… Type A control freak Sara lives by her color-coordinated Post-it notes. Rich boy Braden wants out from under his billionaire father’s thumb. Scholarship student Roberto can’t afford for his grades to drop. When the three are forced to work together in one of the university’s most difficult classes, tension rises to the breaking point…until, shockingly, the silly dating app they create proves to be the most viable project in class. Late nights of app development, interest from investors and unexpected romance are woven into a true-to-life college drama that explores what it means to really connect online and IRL.
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 148803429X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
The Social Network gets a romantic twist in this fresh and engaging new read from the author of Frat Girl, Kiley Roache. Experience the whirlwind ups and downs of college life in this authentic and entertaining new novel! When a notoriously difficult class for future entrepreneurs leads to three freshmen developing the next “it” app for dating on college campuses, all hell breaks loose… Type A control freak Sara lives by her color-coordinated Post-it notes. Rich boy Braden wants out from under his billionaire father’s thumb. Scholarship student Roberto can’t afford for his grades to drop. When the three are forced to work together in one of the university’s most difficult classes, tension rises to the breaking point…until, shockingly, the silly dating app they create proves to be the most viable project in class. Late nights of app development, interest from investors and unexpected romance are woven into a true-to-life college drama that explores what it means to really connect online and IRL.
The Dating Game
Author: Cherry Lewis
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107659590
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
How old is the Earth? At the end of the 19th century, geologists, biologists, physicists and astronomers were all looking for a clock that would provide an answer to this greatest time question of all. Here is the story of one man's vision in developing a geological time scale that would finally lead to an accurate date for the age of the Earth
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107659590
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
How old is the Earth? At the end of the 19th century, geologists, biologists, physicists and astronomers were all looking for a clock that would provide an answer to this greatest time question of all. Here is the story of one man's vision in developing a geological time scale that would finally lead to an accurate date for the age of the Earth
The Dating Game Killer
Author: Stella Sands
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1429950331
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
The true crime story of the California serial killer who won a date on the 1970s TV show The Dating Game during his killing spree. The real story behind the Anna Kendrick Netflix film Woman of the Hour In 1978, Rodney Alcala was a contestant on The Dating Game, one of America’s most popular television shows at the time. Handsome, successful, and romantic, he was embraced by the audience—and chosen as the winner by the beautiful bachelorette. To viewers across the country, Rodney seemed like the answer to every woman’s dreams. Until they learned the truth about his once and future crimes... Ten years before his TV appearance, Rodney was charged with the sexual assault and attempted murder of an eight-year-old girl. In the decades that followed, he would be accused of seven murders—and, as new DNA evidence continues to be uncovered, the list may grow. The case is so disturbing that it’s been documented in several news outlets, from People magazine and USA Today to 48 Hours Mystery and Dr. Phil. The Dating Game Killer is the shocking true story about the dark and twisted man. “Ms. Sands presents the crimes and evidence with professional skill and objectivity…. A must read!”—Steve Hodel, New York Times bestselling true-crime author, Black Dahlia Avenger: A Genius for Murder, Detective Supervisor, LAPD Hollywood Homicide Division
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1429950331
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 419
Book Description
The true crime story of the California serial killer who won a date on the 1970s TV show The Dating Game during his killing spree. The real story behind the Anna Kendrick Netflix film Woman of the Hour In 1978, Rodney Alcala was a contestant on The Dating Game, one of America’s most popular television shows at the time. Handsome, successful, and romantic, he was embraced by the audience—and chosen as the winner by the beautiful bachelorette. To viewers across the country, Rodney seemed like the answer to every woman’s dreams. Until they learned the truth about his once and future crimes... Ten years before his TV appearance, Rodney was charged with the sexual assault and attempted murder of an eight-year-old girl. In the decades that followed, he would be accused of seven murders—and, as new DNA evidence continues to be uncovered, the list may grow. The case is so disturbing that it’s been documented in several news outlets, from People magazine and USA Today to 48 Hours Mystery and Dr. Phil. The Dating Game Killer is the shocking true story about the dark and twisted man. “Ms. Sands presents the crimes and evidence with professional skill and objectivity…. A must read!”—Steve Hodel, New York Times bestselling true-crime author, Black Dahlia Avenger: A Genius for Murder, Detective Supervisor, LAPD Hollywood Homicide Division
Dating Game Secrets for Marrying a Good Man
Author: Alisa Goodwin Snell
Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
ISBN: 159955559X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Is he a Good Man? Or a Jerk? In the dating game, how does a side step the jerks to snag a good man? Where does she learn the rules of the game so she can protect herself from unnecessary injury? Who gives her the insider tips, hints, and secrets for confidence and success that will coach her through every stage of the game, from flirting to the final goal? Finding a good man isn't as easy as it seems, but Dating Game Secrets for Marrying a Good Man is each woman's personal guide to the Dating Game, complete with -A professional coach to guide her through the game. -19 game play strategies for her safety, confidence, and success. -A 3-date rule to identify the potentially abusive and manipulative before they come in for the tackle. -Practical hints for dodging the 20 common mistakes women make, so she will be less likely to fumble the ball -Hundreds of tips for avoiding unnecessary injuries by maneuvering around the stumbling blocks, potholes, loose balls, and collisions that are a common part of the game. -17 secrets to the male psychology to keep men in constant pursuit of her (from flirting, to the first date, to engagement and marriage) so she can reach the final goal of the dating game. Play it safe by knowing the game and finding the guidelines that will help you win!
Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
ISBN: 159955559X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Is he a Good Man? Or a Jerk? In the dating game, how does a side step the jerks to snag a good man? Where does she learn the rules of the game so she can protect herself from unnecessary injury? Who gives her the insider tips, hints, and secrets for confidence and success that will coach her through every stage of the game, from flirting to the final goal? Finding a good man isn't as easy as it seems, but Dating Game Secrets for Marrying a Good Man is each woman's personal guide to the Dating Game, complete with -A professional coach to guide her through the game. -19 game play strategies for her safety, confidence, and success. -A 3-date rule to identify the potentially abusive and manipulative before they come in for the tackle. -Practical hints for dodging the 20 common mistakes women make, so she will be less likely to fumble the ball -Hundreds of tips for avoiding unnecessary injuries by maneuvering around the stumbling blocks, potholes, loose balls, and collisions that are a common part of the game. -17 secrets to the male psychology to keep men in constant pursuit of her (from flirting, to the first date, to engagement and marriage) so she can reach the final goal of the dating game. Play it safe by knowing the game and finding the guidelines that will help you win!
Seeking Soulmate
Author: Chamin Ajjan
Publisher: Parallax Press
ISBN: 1941529585
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Transform dating and the often-fraught search for a fulfilling relationship into a fun, exciting adventure using mindfulness techniques and practices. Dating is a 2 billion dollar industry. Everyone, it seems, is looking for love but for so many it is an endless struggle. In Seeking Soulmate: Ditch the Dating Game and Find Real Connection, Brooklyn-based therapist Chamin Ajjan offers a fresh perspective to this universal pursuit. With a friendly, funny, and informative approach, Ajjan applies the evidence-based theories of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and mindfulness meditation practice to the negative behaviors, thoughts, and patterns that cause dating distress. Every stage of the dating process, from finding someone to date, to developing a relationship, has its own particular difficulties. Seeking Soulmate shares case vignettes, relatable characters, and personal experiences from Ajjan's clinical experience to illustrate how the personal insight gained with practicing mindfulness can transform the anxiety, negative thoughts, and overall hopelessness that accompanies the unsuccessful pursuit of love into fun, rewarding, exciting dating adventures. Ajjan provides an explanation for dating difficulties, a foundation for practice, and practical exercises to create real change. These methods are available to everyone, regardless of age, socioeconomic status, ethnic, cultural, or religious background, or sexual orientation. Seeking Soulmate will help you develop the most important benefit of mindful dating: the ability to let your genuine, most attractive self emerge. This is how real relationships with the actual staying power are formed.
Publisher: Parallax Press
ISBN: 1941529585
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
Transform dating and the often-fraught search for a fulfilling relationship into a fun, exciting adventure using mindfulness techniques and practices. Dating is a 2 billion dollar industry. Everyone, it seems, is looking for love but for so many it is an endless struggle. In Seeking Soulmate: Ditch the Dating Game and Find Real Connection, Brooklyn-based therapist Chamin Ajjan offers a fresh perspective to this universal pursuit. With a friendly, funny, and informative approach, Ajjan applies the evidence-based theories of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and mindfulness meditation practice to the negative behaviors, thoughts, and patterns that cause dating distress. Every stage of the dating process, from finding someone to date, to developing a relationship, has its own particular difficulties. Seeking Soulmate shares case vignettes, relatable characters, and personal experiences from Ajjan's clinical experience to illustrate how the personal insight gained with practicing mindfulness can transform the anxiety, negative thoughts, and overall hopelessness that accompanies the unsuccessful pursuit of love into fun, rewarding, exciting dating adventures. Ajjan provides an explanation for dating difficulties, a foundation for practice, and practical exercises to create real change. These methods are available to everyone, regardless of age, socioeconomic status, ethnic, cultural, or religious background, or sexual orientation. Seeking Soulmate will help you develop the most important benefit of mindful dating: the ability to let your genuine, most attractive self emerge. This is how real relationships with the actual staying power are formed.
The Dating Game
Author: Natalie Standiford
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316050032
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
When three high school sophomores set up a weblog as a class project to research whether girls or boys are more sex-crazed--and to play matchmaker, their own messy love lives become even more complicated.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316050032
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
When three high school sophomores set up a weblog as a class project to research whether girls or boys are more sex-crazed--and to play matchmaker, their own messy love lives become even more complicated.
Dating Games
Author: T.K. Leigh
Publisher: Carpe Per Diem, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
My rules for being a Manhattan billionaire's fake girlfriend... No kissing. No fooling around. No falling in love. What can possibly go wrong? Note to self: When your boyfriend dumps you on your thirtieth birthday, it's probably not the smartest idea to drink so much that you wake up in the same bed as the mysterious hottie wearing the gorgeous suit who you noticed sitting across the bar. The only silver lining in my obvious lack of judgment is the promise of never seeing Mr. Suit again, not in a city the size of New York. Or so I thought, until a story I'm working on about the country's most sought-after and elusive escort lands me in the same café as Mr. Suit. So I do what any self-respecting woman of my age would do in my shoes... Try to ignore him. But he won't let me. Instead he makes a proposition that leaves me questioning whether I need to have my ears checked. Be his fake girlfriend for a summer of wealth and excess in the Hamptons. In return, he'll help me win back my boyfriend's heart. Juvenile? You bet. Effective? Could be. Bad idea? Most likely. But what do I have to lose? Apparently, a lot more than I originally bargained for. Let the games begin... Dating Games is a standalone modern retelling of Cinderella meeting her billionaire Prince Charming. If you like a sassy heroine, a sinful hero, and a whole lot of laughs, then you'll love this fake relationship romance. * * * What readers are saying about Dating Games: "If you love a sassy heroine, a sexy hero, a fake relationship romance, and a whole lot of laughs this a must read book!" - The Little Bookworm "What an astonishingly beautiful love story." - Spellbound Stories "Dating Games is a fun and flirty romance with a fairytale ending that's guaranteed to melt your heart. Boasting endearing characters and a delightful premise that's served up with a healthy side of humor, Julian and Evie's story is an easy, witty read, that's just perfect to curl up in bed with. - Goodreads Reviewer "T.K. is so good at giving us an array of stories. The angst she can write, the compassion she can pen, and the humor she can tell . . . all make her one of the best of the best." - A Book A Day "Engrossing, entertaining and highly refreshing, yet it will tug at your heart-strings as it evokes a range of emotions from you. - Goodreads Reviewer "This book was brilliant. It was hilarious and had me chuckling to myself the whole way through..." - Queen of the Books "Whether it's a gritty raw romance, angst riddled love or a bit of a mystery wrapped in romance. T.K. Leigh can write them all beautifully." - Bibliophile Chloe * * * Topics: fake relationship romance, billionaire, hamptons, male escort, contemporary romance, modern romance, New York romance, summer romance, funny romance, smart romance, humorous romance, romantic comedy, city romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, romance series, USA Today bestseller, USA Today bestselling romance author, T.K. Leigh, T.K. Leigh books, wealthy hero, billionaire hero, sassy heroine, strong heroine, funny heroine, quirky heroine, mysterious hero, domestic violence, domestic violence romance, second chance romance, gripping romance, captivating romance, hot romance, steamy romance,
Publisher: Carpe Per Diem, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
My rules for being a Manhattan billionaire's fake girlfriend... No kissing. No fooling around. No falling in love. What can possibly go wrong? Note to self: When your boyfriend dumps you on your thirtieth birthday, it's probably not the smartest idea to drink so much that you wake up in the same bed as the mysterious hottie wearing the gorgeous suit who you noticed sitting across the bar. The only silver lining in my obvious lack of judgment is the promise of never seeing Mr. Suit again, not in a city the size of New York. Or so I thought, until a story I'm working on about the country's most sought-after and elusive escort lands me in the same café as Mr. Suit. So I do what any self-respecting woman of my age would do in my shoes... Try to ignore him. But he won't let me. Instead he makes a proposition that leaves me questioning whether I need to have my ears checked. Be his fake girlfriend for a summer of wealth and excess in the Hamptons. In return, he'll help me win back my boyfriend's heart. Juvenile? You bet. Effective? Could be. Bad idea? Most likely. But what do I have to lose? Apparently, a lot more than I originally bargained for. Let the games begin... Dating Games is a standalone modern retelling of Cinderella meeting her billionaire Prince Charming. If you like a sassy heroine, a sinful hero, and a whole lot of laughs, then you'll love this fake relationship romance. * * * What readers are saying about Dating Games: "If you love a sassy heroine, a sexy hero, a fake relationship romance, and a whole lot of laughs this a must read book!" - The Little Bookworm "What an astonishingly beautiful love story." - Spellbound Stories "Dating Games is a fun and flirty romance with a fairytale ending that's guaranteed to melt your heart. Boasting endearing characters and a delightful premise that's served up with a healthy side of humor, Julian and Evie's story is an easy, witty read, that's just perfect to curl up in bed with. - Goodreads Reviewer "T.K. is so good at giving us an array of stories. The angst she can write, the compassion she can pen, and the humor she can tell . . . all make her one of the best of the best." - A Book A Day "Engrossing, entertaining and highly refreshing, yet it will tug at your heart-strings as it evokes a range of emotions from you. - Goodreads Reviewer "This book was brilliant. It was hilarious and had me chuckling to myself the whole way through..." - Queen of the Books "Whether it's a gritty raw romance, angst riddled love or a bit of a mystery wrapped in romance. T.K. Leigh can write them all beautifully." - Bibliophile Chloe * * * Topics: fake relationship romance, billionaire, hamptons, male escort, contemporary romance, modern romance, New York romance, summer romance, funny romance, smart romance, humorous romance, romantic comedy, city romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, romance series, USA Today bestseller, USA Today bestselling romance author, T.K. Leigh, T.K. Leigh books, wealthy hero, billionaire hero, sassy heroine, strong heroine, funny heroine, quirky heroine, mysterious hero, domestic violence, domestic violence romance, second chance romance, gripping romance, captivating romance, hot romance, steamy romance,
The Dating Game
Author: Jay Northcote
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781502512598
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Five sex-free dates—how hard can it be? When they were at uni, Owen always had a bit of a crush on Nathan. But Nathan was apparently straight, and Owen was too busy with other guys to take his crush seriously. When Nathan moves back to Bristol after a year away, Owen hears that Nathan has come out of the closet, and he propositions him. Nathan doesn't want to be just another notch on Owen's bedpost, though, so he challenges Owen to prove he can be serious: five dates before they have sex. Owen doesn't think that sounds too difficult. He's expecting Nathan to find his charms irresistible anyway. But as they grow closer, Owen begins to care more about proving himself to Nathan than he does about getting him into bed.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781502512598
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Five sex-free dates—how hard can it be? When they were at uni, Owen always had a bit of a crush on Nathan. But Nathan was apparently straight, and Owen was too busy with other guys to take his crush seriously. When Nathan moves back to Bristol after a year away, Owen hears that Nathan has come out of the closet, and he propositions him. Nathan doesn't want to be just another notch on Owen's bedpost, though, so he challenges Owen to prove he can be serious: five dates before they have sex. Owen doesn't think that sounds too difficult. He's expecting Nathan to find his charms irresistible anyway. But as they grow closer, Owen begins to care more about proving himself to Nathan than he does about getting him into bed.
The Dating Game
Author: Sandy Barker
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 000850931X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
‘THE romcom of the summer... charming, funny and the romance is such a compelling slow burn. I cannot recommend it enough’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 000850931X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
‘THE romcom of the summer... charming, funny and the romance is such a compelling slow burn. I cannot recommend it enough’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
Dating Game
Author: Danielle Steel
Publisher: Dell
ISBN: 0307566412
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
In her 57th bestselling novel, Danielle Steel brilliantly chronicles the roller-coaster ride of dating the second time around—and tells a captivating story of the surprises one woman encounters when she’s thrust into the terrifying, exhilarating world of the Dating Game. Paris Armstrong never saw it coming. With two grown children and a lovely home in Connecticut, Paris was happy with her marriage, her family, her life. So when her husband of twenty-four years said they needed to talk, Paris couldn’ t imagine what he was about to say. “I want a divorce,” Peter tells her. Just like that, the husband she adored had dumped her for a younger woman. And just like that, Peter and his thirty-one-year-old lover had made their plans for their future, leaving Paris to pick up the pieces of a shattered life. Within days, Peter was gone. And Paris was left to figure out how she intended to get through the next day, let alone the rest of her life. The task could not have been more painful. First came the tears. Then the excruciating attempts by well-meaning friends to “fix her up” with men who paled in comparison to Peter. Worse yet, she still loved him. Finally, Paris realized she was in a fight for her very survival. Drastic measures were called for. Even her shrink agreed. It was time to move—as far away as possible, just after Peter remarried. Paris had never felt, or been, more alone. Saying good-bye to the world she knew and loved, Paris heads west, to San Francisco, and discovers being single in a world full of men who were too young, too old, too married, or too good to be true. For Paris, the list seemed endless...the charming commitment-phobe...the drunken Neanderthal...the young Frenchman—so adorably sexy she almost forgot about his age, and did, for a while. With her dating track record veering between disappointing and disastrous, and her daughter now engaged to a man Paris’s age, Paris finally comes to the conclusion that romance is not in her future. That’s when her small circle of offbeat, loving friends becomes more important than ever before. And a decision Paris makes only for herself changes her life once more. The secret, she discovers finally, is in finding the gifts in life’s unexpected twists and turns, and turning despair into freedom and loss into joy. In a poignant, wickedly funny novel about getting dumped and getting over it, about tackling life with both courage and laughter, Danielle Steel explores what it means to start over, whether you wanted to or not, and finding something better than you had before.
Publisher: Dell
ISBN: 0307566412
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
In her 57th bestselling novel, Danielle Steel brilliantly chronicles the roller-coaster ride of dating the second time around—and tells a captivating story of the surprises one woman encounters when she’s thrust into the terrifying, exhilarating world of the Dating Game. Paris Armstrong never saw it coming. With two grown children and a lovely home in Connecticut, Paris was happy with her marriage, her family, her life. So when her husband of twenty-four years said they needed to talk, Paris couldn’ t imagine what he was about to say. “I want a divorce,” Peter tells her. Just like that, the husband she adored had dumped her for a younger woman. And just like that, Peter and his thirty-one-year-old lover had made their plans for their future, leaving Paris to pick up the pieces of a shattered life. Within days, Peter was gone. And Paris was left to figure out how she intended to get through the next day, let alone the rest of her life. The task could not have been more painful. First came the tears. Then the excruciating attempts by well-meaning friends to “fix her up” with men who paled in comparison to Peter. Worse yet, she still loved him. Finally, Paris realized she was in a fight for her very survival. Drastic measures were called for. Even her shrink agreed. It was time to move—as far away as possible, just after Peter remarried. Paris had never felt, or been, more alone. Saying good-bye to the world she knew and loved, Paris heads west, to San Francisco, and discovers being single in a world full of men who were too young, too old, too married, or too good to be true. For Paris, the list seemed endless...the charming commitment-phobe...the drunken Neanderthal...the young Frenchman—so adorably sexy she almost forgot about his age, and did, for a while. With her dating track record veering between disappointing and disastrous, and her daughter now engaged to a man Paris’s age, Paris finally comes to the conclusion that romance is not in her future. That’s when her small circle of offbeat, loving friends becomes more important than ever before. And a decision Paris makes only for herself changes her life once more. The secret, she discovers finally, is in finding the gifts in life’s unexpected twists and turns, and turning despair into freedom and loss into joy. In a poignant, wickedly funny novel about getting dumped and getting over it, about tackling life with both courage and laughter, Danielle Steel explores what it means to start over, whether you wanted to or not, and finding something better than you had before.