First time I actually wasn't too fond of a leading
character. Perhaps I was being too judgmental but in this
case I think it was deserved. After all just how stupid
can a guy be -- a professional man -- a CPA for goodness
sake whose very career has him watching over people's
finances with a clear view of their lives. Other than
your shrink I can't think of anyone who knows clients
business better than a CPA. So all the more reason for my
angst with Gus Hollister.
THE BLOSSOM SISTERS by Fern Michaels is about people
coping with their lives and of course she made the lives
of her characters quite messy. So in this wonderful tale
filled with all sorts of crazy folk we learn quite a bit
about how they were shaped. The theory of nature vs
nurture relegates a lot of responsibility to parenting
but Fern Michaels speaks more about our own control as
adults. And in THE BLOSSOM SISTERS she clearly feels that
adults need to get a better handle on their lives.
THE BLOSSOM SISTERS are Rose, Iris and Violet. Three
sisters who raised Gus with love and generosity. And Gus
repaid them by marrying a woman Elaine who after a year
kicked him out of his own home. The sisters weren't very
fond of Elaine -- the feeling mutual. But when Gus took
Elaine's side and distanced himself from his grandmother
and aunts the hurt went deep. Now that Elaine is gone Gus
returns to the sisters with his tail between his legs.
THE BLOSSOM SISTERS have quite a little business set up
with a rather unique workforce. In order to get back in
their good graces Gus is going to have to prove himself.
Not really all that difficult a position for Gus who
actually turns out to be a good guy. Alright I guess
everyone has a moment of weakness. Gus is certainly going
to have to pay for his.
Lawyers are brought into the picture when Elaine files
for divorce and true to self wants absolutely everything.
Her demands are deep. Her malice knows no bounds. This is
going to be nasty. And just to make things more difficult
Gus' own lawyer Jill treats him like pond scum.
Suffice it to say when the lawyers start their
investigations for the divorce they are going to uncover
some really intriguing information on Gus' ex-wife-to-be
Elaine. And since I absolutely won't spill the proverbial
beans all I will say is that you will be appalled and
somewhat shocked at what they find and what they fail to
discover. Fascinating. Frightening. Strange.
Gus is actually a really lucky guy. Other than the Elaine
episode his life has been filled with people he loves and
that love and care for him. Gus has no choice but to
swallow his pride and follow his heart. And that leads
him back to THE BLOSSOM SISTERS.
Fern Michaels created very real and very flawed
characters in THE BLOSSOM SISTERS but at the same time
made certain that these odd folks were extraordinarily
loveable. There's a lot going on in what on the surface
appears to be a simple tale. Do not be fooled. THE
BLOSSOM SISTERS will take you on quite a journey toward
discovering what is important and the value of being
trusted. Many of us have been blessed with grandparents
and elderly relatives that have enriched our lives in so
many ways. You will certainly be richer after meeting
these cagey, smart, industrious and loving sisters.
#1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels
explores the enduring bonds of family as one man loses
everything--only to find the freedom to create a bold new life…
Gus Hollister owes all his success to his feisty
grandmother, Rose, and her two sisters, Iris and Violet.
They raised him, sent him to the best schools, and helped
him start his own accounting business. Rose even bought the
house Gus lives in with his wife, Elaine.
Now, Gus stands to lose everything--his home, his car, and
his business. Worse, he's alienated his beloved grandma, who
tried to warn him about Elaine's greedy ways. Heartsick and
remorseful, Gus returns to Rose's Virginia farmhouse. But it
won't be easy to make amends. Yet family and forgiveness go
hand in hand, and Gus isn't giving up. Because no matter how
daunting starting over can be, the results can surpass your
wildest expectations--especially when the Blossom sisters
are in your corner…
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