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A review by hugbandit7
The Fashion Orphans by Randy Susan Meyers
5.0
What would you do if your mom left you a collection of vintage clothing by Coco Chanel? You might be tempted to sell it off or find another way to cash in, which is what at least one of the sisters wants to do, but there are restrictions and an attorney has the final say on what they do with that collection. This book is more than just about clothing by Chanel, it is about sisters finding their way back to one another and learning how to open up and let others into their life.
Gabrielle and Lulu were once close, but time and circumstances have caused a rift between the two. Plus these sisters couldn't be any more different and you wonder how that could have possibly happened. Lulu is more of a free spirit and really doesn't care much about fashion. Gabrielle has, and wants more, of the finer things in life. Both have endured some tragedies in their lives, Lulu's husband passed away and Gabrielle went through a trying divorce. However, both are a little short-sighted and mired in their own grief to look outside of their little world.
This story might resonate with many readers especially when it comes to the loss of a parent. Or perhaps it will be the sibling relationship and what caused a rift so that you aren't as close anymore. Then there is the merry band of women, friends of Bette (the mother), and the challenges they face as they grow older and want to leave a legacy behind. This doesn't even include Thea, the bookshop owner that employs Gabrielle, and has her own set of issues with a son that has become greedy over what he might inherit from his mother...but that is a whole other story that you will discover within the pages.
I enjoyed the story even thought Lulu and Gabrielle could get on my nerves with their lack of communication and expressing their needs. Family is family, and while they might be afraid, if they don't speak up worse things could happen in their lives. I loved Lulu's kids and their spouses. They were not afraid to jump in and help at various times. Gus even has a love for baking and has all sorts of ideas for the family bakery.
The ending just proves that communication and love will go far in your life, you just have to be able to express it to others.
We give this book 5 paws up.
Gabrielle and Lulu were once close, but time and circumstances have caused a rift between the two. Plus these sisters couldn't be any more different and you wonder how that could have possibly happened. Lulu is more of a free spirit and really doesn't care much about fashion. Gabrielle has, and wants more, of the finer things in life. Both have endured some tragedies in their lives, Lulu's husband passed away and Gabrielle went through a trying divorce. However, both are a little short-sighted and mired in their own grief to look outside of their little world.
This story might resonate with many readers especially when it comes to the loss of a parent. Or perhaps it will be the sibling relationship and what caused a rift so that you aren't as close anymore. Then there is the merry band of women, friends of Bette (the mother), and the challenges they face as they grow older and want to leave a legacy behind. This doesn't even include Thea, the bookshop owner that employs Gabrielle, and has her own set of issues with a son that has become greedy over what he might inherit from his mother...but that is a whole other story that you will discover within the pages.
I enjoyed the story even thought Lulu and Gabrielle could get on my nerves with their lack of communication and expressing their needs. Family is family, and while they might be afraid, if they don't speak up worse things could happen in their lives. I loved Lulu's kids and their spouses. They were not afraid to jump in and help at various times. Gus even has a love for baking and has all sorts of ideas for the family bakery.
The ending just proves that communication and love will go far in your life, you just have to be able to express it to others.
We give this book 5 paws up.