New Book Releases: February 2014

Contributor: Allie

Ah February, the month of groundhogs, Valentines and presidents.  I don’t know about your weather, but where I live it’s been very, very chilly.  As a consequence, I’ve been indulging in quite a few books and I’m ready for some new material.  Here’s a sample of the fun chick lit books that will be published this month.

Twisted Sisters by Jen Lancaster – February 4, 2014.  Lancaster is one of the funniest authors I’ve ever read.  Her latest fiction book is a humorous and sometimes sarcastic story of Reagan Bishop, a successful psychologist with her own cable show.  Despite all her success, Reagan feels as though she never measures up to her younger sister, Geri, who is her parents’ favorite.  When her show gets picked up by a network, the pressure of prime time proves to be too much.  With the help of a New Age healer, and a Freaky Friday-like plot twist, Reagan finds herself addressing her sibling rivalry issues once and for all.

The Curl Up & Dye by Sharon Sala – February 4, 2014.  Once upon a time LilyAnn Bronte was her high school’s Homecoming Queen, with a quarterback boyfriend and a bright future in front for her.  Then her boyfriend was killed in Iraq and she spent the next eleven years mourning his loss.  During this time, LilyAnn’s childhood friend, TJ, supports her, while harboring his unrequited love for her.  When a handsome stranger comes to town, LilyAnn begins to reawaken, which doesn’t go unnoticed by TJ.  After she gets a makeover that TJ realizes isn’t for him, he pulls away.  Will LilyAnn pursue a new life or realize that she had love all along?

The Dream Dress by Janice Thompson – February 19, 2014.  Gabi Delgado is a seamstress at a fancy bridal salon in Texas who dreams of being the next Vera Wang.  After she’s fired from her job, in front of a reporter for Texas Bride magazine, she must decide if the time is right to pursue her dreams.   The reporter who witnessed her humiliation is surprisingly helpful, and handsome.  Gabi may have to take a chance on love, too.

A Questionable Friendship by Samantha March – February 18, 2014.  Brynne and Portland have been best friends since college.  Now both twenty-five, married and living in Maine, they find their friendship strained.  Brynn is happy with her fulfilling marriage and the small café and bookshop she owns.  She’s also excited about her plans for motherhood.  The problem is Brynne is having trouble getting pregnant.  Portland, whose marriage is falling apart, envies her friend’s apparently perfect life.  This novel explores what really makes someone a true friend, a support system, a sister.

GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20624936-a-questionable-friendship

Evening Stars by Susan Mallery – February 25, 2014.  This is another book about sisters.  Nina took care of her younger sister Averil, practically raised her, because their mother lived her life so recklessly.  Nina sacrificed her dreams, so that Averil could break free from their home on Blackberry Island.  When Averil returns with her husband, Nina is none too happy, because that’s not what she envisioned for her sister.  Since Nina is also juggling two different admirers and dealing with their mother, Averil’s return leads Nina to wonder if it’s time for her to reach for the stars.