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Lisa Patton

    Lisa Pattonová se ve svých dílech často zamýšlí nad kulturními rozdíly a střety, které vznikají při přechodu mezi severem a jihu Spojených států. Její psaní je charakteristické humorem, vřelostí a bystrým pozorováním lidské povahy. Prostřednictvím svých postav zkoumá témata domova, identity a hledání vlastního místa ve světě. Její styl je svižný a poutavý, čtenáře okamžitě vtáhne do příběhu.

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    • Rush

      • 544 stránek
      • 20 hodin čtení

      Cali Watkins embodies the ideal sorority candidate—kind, intelligent, and ambitious, with dreams of running for governor. However, her lack of pedigree and hidden family secrets threaten her chances of gaining membership. When Lilith Whitmore, the affluent House Corp President of Alpha Delta Beta, appoints Wilda to the Rush Advisory Board, Wilda is thrilled, especially when Lilith suggests their daughters room together. Unbeknownst to Wilda, Lilith's intentions are to secure her own daughter's bid at any cost. Miss Pearl, the beloved housekeeper and surrogate mother to the Alpha Delt girls, faces her own challenges when a promotion opportunity arises, only to be thwarted by Lilith's ruthless ambitions. As Wilda and the girls uncover the truth, they hatch a plan that could transform Alpha Delta Beta and potentially the entire Greek system. This story is both poignant and humorous, providing a nuanced exploration of a longstanding tradition while delving into the intricate relationships between mothers, daughters, and female friends. Filled with heart and hope, it offers an uplifting narrative that resonates universally.

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