The Dress Shop of Dreams: A Novel by Menna van Praag (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Dress Shop of Dreams by Menna van Praag Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description For fans of Alice Hoffman, Sarah Addison Allen, and Adriana Trigiani, The Dress Shop of Dreams is a captivating novel of enduring hopes, second chances, and the life-changing magic of true love.Since her parents mysterious deaths many years ago, scientist Cora Sparks has spent her days in the safety of her university lab or at her grandmother Ettas dress shop. Tucked away on a winding Cambridge street, Ettas charming tiny store appears quite ordinary to passersby, but the colorfully vibrant racks of beaded silks, delicate laces, and jewel-toned velvets hold bewitching secrets: With just a few stitches from Ettas needle, these gorgeous gowns have the power to free a womans deepest desires.Ettas dearest wish is to work her magic on her granddaughter. Coras studious, unromantic eye has overlooked Walt, the shy bookseller who has been in love with her forever. Determined not to allow Cora to miss her chance at happiness, Etta sews a tiny stitch into Walts collar, hoping to give him the courage to confess his feelings to Cora. But magic spells—like true love—can go awry. After Walt is spurred into action, Etta realizes shes set in motion a series of astonishing events that will transform Coras life in extraordinary and unexpected ways.Praise for The Dress Shop of Dreams "Reminiscent of Love Actually and P.S. I Love You, this cute little book is recommended to readers who want to be charmed by the possibilities of love."—LibraryReads (Top Ten Pick) "[Menna] van Praag has a deliciously innate capability to weave the totality of characters of The Dress Shop of Dreams into a compelling tale. Each character, from Cambridge to Oxford, augments and refines these dynamics. Ultimately, van Praag cracks the code that deciphers magical fate when it comes to couture and the complexities of love."—New York Journal of Books "[A] brightly colored fabulist confection . . . sure to delight those looking for a little fairy dust in their romance."—Kirkus Reviews "The Dress Shop of Dreams is a delightful blending of many love stories plus a tale of murder and suspense. Van Praag has a knack for balancing a large cast of engaging characters, and her references to beloved authors and historic scientists are enjoyable touchstones between doses of mystery and magic."—Booklist "The Dress Shop of Dreams is a light, sweet and shimmering confection, well worth a read."—BookLoons"Bighearted, beautiful, and brushed with magic, this novel celebrates lifes moments of joy, possibility, and transformation. Menna van Praags writing is bright with sparkles and lovely grace notes."—Susan Wiggs, bestselling author of The Beekeepers Ball"The Dress Shop of Dreams is a dream come true for lovers of romantic tales with a twist of fantasy. Utterly enchanting! Menna van Praags imaginative, endearing characters will stay with you long after you close the book."—Mary Alice Monroe, New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Wind "Dresses, dreams, magic, and mystery swirl in this enchanting novel. The Dress Shop of Dreams is the book to read before turning off your bedside light."—Nancy Thayer, New York Times bestselling author of Nantucket SistersLook for special features inside. Join the Random House Readers Circle for author chats and more. Author Biography Menna van Praag was born in Cambridge, England, and studied modern history at Oxford University. Her first novella, Men, Money, and Chocolate—an autobiographical tale about a waitress who aspires to be a writer—has been translated into twenty-six languages. Her first work of fiction, The House at the End of Hope Street, was inspired by an idea van Praag had to set up a house for female artists to give them a year to fulfill their artistic ambitions. Details ISBN 0804178984 ISBN-13 9780804178983 Title The Dress Shop of Dreams Author Menna van Praag Format Paperback Year 2014 Pages 336 Publisher Random House USA Inc GE_Item_ID:157651343; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. 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