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Happy Any Day Now

Toby Devens

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English
Signet
06 August 2013
Every five years my mother had her fortune read by Lulu Cho, owner of the Golden Lotus Massage Club for Men. Now it was my turn. And Lulu predicted one hurricane of a future for me!

Judith Soo Jin Raphael's childhood was shaped by her hardworking immigrant mother, her father who left them, and her struggles to fit in as a half-Korean, half-Jewish kid in a tough urban neighborhood. But music lessons gave her a purpose and passion. Now, as Judith's fiftieth birthday nears, she has rewarding work as a cellist with the Maryland Philharmonic, an enthusiastic if uncommitted lover, and a quirky but close relationship with her mother.

Then chaos strikes- Judith's first love, who dumped her decades ago, returns to dazzle her with his golden pedigree and brilliant career. Her long-absent father arrives out of the blue with a snazzy car and a con man's patter, turning her mother into a love-struck flirt whom Judith barely recognizes. All this while her mentor at the orchestra falls seriously ill. No wonder Judith develops a paralyzing case of stage fright.

Judith finds herself feeling-and sometimes acting-slightly unhinged, but she's convinced that happiness will arrive any day now. She's just got to hold on tight during this midlife shake-up...and claim the prize that life surely has in store for her.

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Imprint:   Signet
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 209mm,  Width: 139mm,  Spine: 20mm
Weight:   290g
ISBN:   9780451418982
ISBN 10:   0451418980
Pages:   352
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 18 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

In 1981, Toby Devens published a humorous collection of poetry that was excerpted in McCall's and Reader's Digest. She has held jobs in publishing and public relations, has led writing workshops, and is interested in medicine and travel. She has her own blog- www.midlifepassions.com and is the author of My Favorite Midlife Crisis, Yet.

Reviews for Happy Any Day Now

Devens tackles meaty topics touching many women's lives. -- Kirkus Reviews <br><br>Praise for My Favorite Midlife Crisis (Yet) <br><br> An excellent read! Toby Devens weaves an intricate tale of lust, deceit, divorce, and face-lifts, as her unique protagonist navigates her way. --Ben Mezrich, New York Times bestselling author of Sex on the Moon and The Accidental Billionaires <br><br> Zing it on! Toby Devens has created three warm and witty characters that I'd love to have as my friends. --Rebecca York, USA Today bestselling author of Shadow of the Moon <br><br> A delicious concoction of delightful characters for whom the best revenge is proving that a woman's middle years can be rich, ripe, and wickedly funny. --Chassie West, Edgar and Anthony award-nominated author of the Leigh Ann Warren Mysteries<br>


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