Nancy Crochiere

A story of family – three generations of mothers and daughters – who long to be able to love and accept each other but their personalities get in the way. The road trip from Boston to Memphis (home of Graceland) is just the beginning of this tangled tale of misunderstandings with everyone keeping secrets. What made this novel work so well was that even though the characters didn’t know the truth or what was actually happening and why, the reader is in on each misperception, wrong assumption, and miscommunication. There were so many times I wanted to pull the characters aside and explain to them. But then there would be no story. And thankfully the author skillfully wove all the plot lines together, threw in a few surprises as the novel wound down, and offered a conclusion where the characters achieved acceptance, forgiveness, and grace. This is how I write a review without spoilers 😊

I think this debut succeeded because it didn’t get sappy, screwball,or corny (thank you Ms. Thesaurus) or take itself too seriously even though several of the topics were serious. The characters were likable and there was a nice balance of humor, but thankfully it never veered into slapstick. It’s a lighthearted, feel-good, well-written and entertaining novel that I recommend.… (más)

Olivia wants her daughter to take her to Memphis to see Graceland one more time before she dies. Olivia was a soap opera star in her prime, and had met Elvis, having her picture taken with him. Her first daughter, Beth, died at just 4 years old. Now, her other daughter, Hope, doesn't want to tell her mom why she absolutely cannot go to Memphis. Dylan, Hope's daughter, agrees to take her grandmother. So begins a chase by Hope and her friend George/Jordan to get to Memphis before Olivia and Dylan, so they don't blow up Hope's life and expose her secret!
A family story of love, loss, and chasing dreams. A mad race and some sweet moments!… (más)

I won this book on Goodreads. I really enjoyed it and the characters were very believable. This centers around the daughter Hope, the former soap star Olivia and the teenage daughter of Hope, Dylan. There is a lot of mystery surrounding this and who Dylan’s father was. Ultimately, certain assumptions are made and the wild adventure begins when Olivia and Dylan set out to go to Graceland and then confront the Father of Dylan. I love how each chapter is from one of the characters. I am so glad I won this book and look forward to more books by this author.… (más)