Sullivan is a born storyteller. Like its mineral muse, Engagements shines.
A New York Times bestseller and People Magazine Top 10 pick, this dazzling novel weaves five unforgettable love stories across decades—including the real tale of the woman behind “A Diamond is Forever.” Sullivan captures marriage in all its messy, beautiful glory. Perfect for book clubs.
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A People Magazine Top 10 Best Books of the Year and a New York Times bestseller, The Engagements is a dazzling novel that weaves together five unforgettable love stories—including the real-life tale of Frances Gerety, the pioneering ad woman who gave us “A Diamond is Forever.”
J. Courtney Sullivan, beloved author of Maine, crafts an intimate exploration of marriage in all its complicated glory. Meet Evelyn, whose forty-year union faces unexpected strain during her son’s divorce. There’s James, a paramedic carrying the weight of his in-laws’ expectations. Delphine has traded her peaceful French existence for a tumultuous American romance. And Kate, who’s witnessed countless weddings as a professional, remains adamantly opposed to having one herself—despite a decade-long partnership with Dan.
As these stories intertwine across decades and continents, they connect to Frances Gerety’s remarkable legacy in surprising ways. Sullivan examines the promises we make, the compromises we accept, and the question at the heart of every commitment: what does “forever” really mean?
“Sullivan is a born storyteller. Like its mineral muse, Engagements shines.”—Entertainment Weekly
Perfect for readers who loved The Light We Lost or The Nest, this is literary fiction that feels like gathering with friends over wine—intimate, honest, and deeply satisfying. Whether you’re browsing for book club picks or searching for a novel that captures the messy beauty of long-term love, The Engagements belongs on your shelf.
Sullivan is a born storyteller. Like its mineral muse, Engagements shines.
A sparkling novel...Sullivan's insightful, moving book shows that while we may not always get the marriages we want, sometimes we get the ones we need.
Engrossing...Sullivan expertly balances the stories, giving each couple their due...A pleasure.
An absorbing tale that asks whether marriage is worth the trouble...Sullivan has a gift for creating characters that feel like old friends.
Sullivan's gift is in her ability to write about relationships with tenderness and humor.
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| Dimensions | 5.10 × 0.90 × 8.00 in |
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