Valerie Frankel Reihenfolge der Bücher

Set against the backdrop of Mt. Olympus, this narrative explores the life of Venus, the Goddess of Love, as she navigates her divine responsibilities and personal relationships. The story delves into themes of love, beauty, and the complexities of desire, revealing how even a goddess faces challenges in her quest for connection and fulfillment. Through vivid characters and enchanting settings, readers are invited into a world where mythology intertwines with human emotions, showcasing the timeless struggle for love and acceptance.

Frieda, at 35, navigates the pressures of moving on from her late husband while grappling with her own desires and the expectations of family and friends. As a grieving widow, she contemplates re-entering the dating scene, especially for the sake of her son, who needs a father figure. Her sisters take it upon themselves to introduce her to potential suitors, prompting Frieda to reconsider her vision of the perfect second husband amidst her journey of healing and rediscovery.

Game of Thrones, one of the hottest series on television, leaves hundreds of critics divided on how "feminist" the show really is. Certainly the female characters, strong and weak, embody a variety of archetypes--widow queens, warrior women, damsels in distress, career women, priestesses, crones, mothers and maidens. However, the problem is that most of them play a single role without nuance--even the "strong women" have little to do besides strut about as one-note characters. This book analyzes the women and their portrayals one by one, along with their historical inspirations. Accompanying issues in television studies also appear, from the male gaze to depiction of race. How these characters are treated in the series and how they treat themselves becomes central, as many strip for the pleasure of men or are sacrificed as pawns. Some nude scenes or moments of male violence are fetishized and filmed to tantalize, while others show the women's trauma and attempt to identify with the scene's female perspective. The key is whether the characters break out of their traditional roles and become multidimensional.

Francesca Greenfield, an out-of-work urban professional, struggles with feelings of inadequacy compared to her charming sister Amanda, who has always been the center of attention. The two sisters must unite to rescue their family's coffeehouse from financial ruin, forcing them to confront their differences and the dynamics of their relationship. As they navigate the challenges of running the business, they discover deeper connections and the strength found in family bonds.

As far as her family and friends are concerned, Frieda Schast has been the grieving widow long enough. At thirty-five she's still young and attractive, and her son could certainly do with a father figure in his life. But when Frieda starts falling for Sam Hill, he's not their idea of the ultimate catch. Sam is young, talented and incredibly sexy - although broke, sporadically employed and clueless about kids. Does Frieda really need the 'perfect man' or the far-from-ideal man who's perfect for her?

What happens when you 'do' but he 'don't'? When Jersey Girl Penny Bracket is left standing at the altar by fiancé Bram Shiraz she doesn't quite know how to react. Her mother, Ester, on the other hand knows exactly what to do - track Bram down, knock him unconscious with a bottle of Dom Perignon and imprison him in the attic of her mansion. But Ester's got some serious questions for the fugitive groom...plus she needs someone to write all the return labels for the wedding gifts. But can she find out why Bram got cold feet before everyone else discovers what she's done?

Emma Hutch, 33, hat eine besondere Fähigkeit: Als Hexe kann sie verführerische Bilder in die Köpfe anderer Menschen schicken. Nur folgerichtig, dass sie eine Partnervermittlung betreibt. Ihre Zauberkraft scheint jedoch ein Fluch zu sein, wenn es um ihr eigenes Liebesleben geht. Bis sie den Auftrag annimmt, den attraktiven Künstler William Dearborne zu beeinflussen. Den nämlich küsst sie versehentlich, schickt ihm die falschen Bilder – und das Verhängnis nimmt seinen Lauf.

Peg Silver grapples with the frustration of being the catalyst for her ex-lovers' happiness, as they quickly find their dream partners after their breakups. Determined to change her luck, she leaves the bustling life of Manhattan behind for a quiet farmhouse in Manshire, Vermont. In her quest for love, Peg seeks to connect with a down-to-earth, organic lifestyle, hoping to find a partner who matches her vision of a fulfilling relationship, all while navigating the challenges of rural life and self-discovery.

From: Venus, Goddess of Love, 120 Main, Mt. Olympus To: Stacy Temple, lapsed temptress Stacy, Stacy, Stacy. You were so promising at the beginning: Sexy, smart, personable and funny. Great on dates and really great afterward-if you know what I mean. But this is a sad state of affairs; or, in your case, non-affairs! It's been nearly an entire year and you haven't had your way with even ONE eligible male. You've been working so hard concocting sexy lingerie for Thongs.com -- and really, Stacy, if that little pink velvet bustier didn't put you in the mood, I don't know what to say! -- that you haven't even tried to be coaxed out of your own thong.com! Are you listening, Stacy? Seven days to find the perfect man -- or else! Happy hunting!