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Curtains for Maggie
Maggie Nelson lost her identity. Nora St. Claire lost her husband. And Jen Stephens lost her job—sort of. The three friends from college, now in their forties, rediscover a special part of themselves that time and relationships have stolen.
To rediscover who she is, Maggie revisits a passion from her past. Something that was her own—acting. With this, her family begins a season of their orderly, planned, and scheduled lives becoming not so orderly. How can Maggie regain her identity without losing her husband?
Nora is an interior designer whose husband was killed in the line of duty. After years of mourning, she is ready to rebuild her life. Her career launches when she wins over a difficult client for the firm. And in her social life, she finds herself volunteering alongside a man who sparks her interest. Work, friends, dating—what will the design of her new life be?
Jen is a free-spirited personal trainer who never expected to find herself as an assistant manager at the gym. The role is a stretch, but it includes all the components of healthy living that she believes in. The rest she can learn. The transition has a few twists and turns Jen navigates well with the full support of her husband, and her two friends. And yet … is it the best fit for Jen?
Their paths are messy ones, but isn’t that true about life? Along the way, each woman discovers she is more precious than rubies. Even in her imperfection.
To rediscover who she is, Maggie revisits a passion from her past. Something that was her own—acting. With this, her family begins a season of their orderly, planned, and scheduled lives becoming not so orderly. How can Maggie regain her identity without losing her husband?
Nora is an interior designer whose husband was killed in the line of duty. After years of mourning, she is ready to rebuild her life. Her career launches when she wins over a difficult client for the firm. And in her social life, she finds herself volunteering alongside a man who sparks her interest. Work, friends, dating—what will the design of her new life be?
Jen is a free-spirited personal trainer who never expected to find herself as an assistant manager at the gym. The role is a stretch, but it includes all the components of healthy living that she believes in. The rest she can learn. The transition has a few twists and turns Jen navigates well with the full support of her husband, and her two friends. And yet … is it the best fit for Jen?
Their paths are messy ones, but isn’t that true about life? Along the way, each woman discovers she is more precious than rubies. Even in her imperfection.
266 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 10, 2023
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May 12, 2023
I read this for endorsement and thoroughly enjoyed it. Women's fiction is one of my favorite genres, and Curtains for Maggie had everything I look for. Family. Faith. Strong friendships. And lots of realistic situations.
If you haven’t already walked in Maggie’s shoes, you will eventually. She loves her family, works hard for them, and gives of herself with a kind of generosity I admired. Maggie’s a good woman . . . but who is she now that her children are growing up? What parts of herself has she set aside while caring for the people she loves?
One part that she’s set aside is her love for the theater. When the opportunity arises to get her feet wet again, she takes it. And so the drama begins . . . It’s not easy to combine the old with the new, but with faith and help from good friends, Maggie makes a journey that many women will understand.
Maggie’s efforts pay off for everyone—for herself, her husband, and her community. And for readers too! Recommended for fans of women’s fiction, identity stories, and domestic life fiction.
*I received an early copy from the author. Opinions are my own.
If you haven’t already walked in Maggie’s shoes, you will eventually. She loves her family, works hard for them, and gives of herself with a kind of generosity I admired. Maggie’s a good woman . . . but who is she now that her children are growing up? What parts of herself has she set aside while caring for the people she loves?
One part that she’s set aside is her love for the theater. When the opportunity arises to get her feet wet again, she takes it. And so the drama begins . . . It’s not easy to combine the old with the new, but with faith and help from good friends, Maggie makes a journey that many women will understand.
Maggie’s efforts pay off for everyone—for herself, her husband, and her community. And for readers too! Recommended for fans of women’s fiction, identity stories, and domestic life fiction.
*I received an early copy from the author. Opinions are my own.
July 14, 2024
A wonderful read. Loved the differences in the 3 friends. Light-hearted and serious and always positive.
Excellent book club choice. And blessed to meet the author and have her join us for the discussion.
Excellent book club choice. And blessed to meet the author and have her join us for the discussion.
May 19, 2024
A heartwarming story about three friends and their intertwined journeys. I was excited to read this one, as it hits home with me, having two wonderful ladies that I have journeyed through life with. This story centers around Maggie and her struggle with identity after years as a supportive wife and mom. I enjoyed her journey and can't wait to read more about these ladies!
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