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- 1956, Malibu, California: Something is not right on Paradise Circle.
- About the Author: Susan Meissner is a former managing editor of a weekly newspaper and an award-winning columnist.
- 352 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Historical
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"1956, Malibu, California. Something is not right on Paradise Circle. With her name on the Hollywood blacklist and her life on hold, out-of-work starlet Melanie Cole has little choice in company. There is her next-door neighbor and successful screenwriter, Elwood, but his agoraphobia only allows for short conversations through the windows. He's the closest thing she has to a friend in her exile, however, as she and her maid, Eva, an immigrant from Eastern Europe, rarely make conversation. Until they both happen to spot Elwood's sister-in-law and caretaker, June, digging in his rose garden one morning just before dawn. After that, they don't see Elwood at all anymore. Where could a man who never leaves the house possibly have gone? Has something happened to Elwood? The two women can't help trying to find out. But as they sneak up on and into June's life, they discover an unexpected secret, and then a shared goal that's even more startling."--Book Synopsis
1956, Malibu, California: Something is not right on Paradise Circle. With her name on the Hollywood blacklist and her life on hold, starlet Melanie Cole has little choice in company. There is her next-door neighbor, Elwood, but the screenwriter's agoraphobia allows for just short chats through open windows. He's her sole confidante, though, as she and her housekeeper, Eva, an immigrant from war-torn Europe, rarely make conversation. Then one early morning Melanie and Eva spot Elwood's sister-in-law and caretaker, June, digging in his beloved rose garden. After that they don't see Elwood at all anymore. Where could a man who never leaves the house possibly have gone? As they try to find out if something has happened to him, unexpected secrets are revealed among all three women, leading to an alliance that seems the only way for any of them to hold on to what they can still call their own. But it's a fragile pact and one little spark could send it all up in smoke...Review Quotes
Praise for Susan Meissner's A Map to Paradise: "A beautiful journey that explores the price of choices made in the heat of the moment, the importance of second chances, and the power of finding a place to belong." - Lisa Wingate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Lost Friends " A tale both tender and touching, about three complex and damaged women who despite their outward differences are all searching for that elusive thing called a home." - Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Briar Club
About the Author
Susan Meissner is a former managing editor of a weekly newspaper and an award-winning columnist. She is the award-winning author of The Nature of Fragile Things, The Last Year of the War, As Bright as Heaven, A Bridge Across the Ocean, Secrets of a Charmed Life, A Fall of Marigolds, and Stars over Sunset Boulevard, among other novels.Dimensions (Overall): 9.31 Inches (H) x 6.37 Inches (W) x 1.23 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.08 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 352
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Historical
Publisher: Berkley Books
Theme: 20th Century
Format: Hardcover
Author: Susan Meissner
Language: English
Street Date: March 18, 2025
TCIN: 94212344
UPC: 9780593332863
Item Number (DPCI): 247-43-8354
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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- 2 months ago
I look forward to reading Susan Meissner’s latest novel each year. I picked up A Map to Paradise to see where the author would take us this year. I was transported back to 1956 when Hollywood actors, writers, and producers were terrified of being put on the Hollywood blacklist. A Map to Paradise is a character driven story that moves at a leisurely pace. The characters are developed with flaws. I like when the characters are realistic. The three women (June, Eva, and Melanie) have had ups and downs in their lives (some more than others). The story was interesting, but it was somewhat predictable with repetitive details. When someone is digging in a rose garden in the middle of the night, it is obvious what they are doing. I wish there had been more suspense and action (something to liven up the story). The story felt flat (reminded me of a flat line on a heart monitor). At times, the dialogue felt forced (felt like the author was trying too hard). I liked that June and Eva became friends. I found the epilogue to be a letdown. I have read all of Susan Meissner’s books (I have been hooked since I read “A Lady in Waiting”, and A Map to Paradise was not a hit with me (if I ranked Susan Meissner's books from favorite to least favorite, this book would be at the bottom of the list). While A Map to Paradise was not a home run with me, I look forward to reading Susan Meissner’s next novel.