Helen Ellis Knihy

Ostrá, legrační a nádherně pomatená sbírka povídek z tajemného světa rodinného krbu, Americká hospodyňka charakterizuje vražedkyně, které obědvají, lovce senzací a nejlepší podprsenka na jih od Mason Dixon. Seznamte se s americkou hospodyní: maluje se, nosí šperky a opalovací krém, i když je zataženo. Jsou rozevláté, nezkrotné... Opatrně obejdou mrtvolu, aby mohly vytáhnout cookies z trouby. Těchto dvanáct neodolatelných příběhů nás zavede do činžáku na strašidelném předválečném Manhattanu na zfalšovanou televizní reality show, z knižní autogramiády budeme prchat s princeznou, z otevření galerie do legendárního obchodu se spodním prádlem. Zlomyslné, svěží a praštěné jako otrávené sušenky.

The Coral Lounge serves as a vibrant backdrop for the unfolding romance between Helen Ellis and her husband, showcasing lively gatherings filled with quirky games and unexpected moments. As the pandemic transforms their social scene into a cozy refuge, the couple navigates intimacy and humor in their daily lives, sharing meals and laughter with their beloved cats. Through a series of candid and witty essays, Ellis captures the essence of contemporary love, blending romance with the absurdities of life in a refreshingly honest manner.

The bestselling author of American Housewife and Southern Lady Code presents an “inspiring, hilarious, straight-to-the-point” collection of essays on friendship among women. When Helen Ellis and her lifelong friends gather for a reunion on the Redneck Riviera, they share more than just stories of their lives; they unpack the complexities of aging, from relationships and loss to the challenges of middle age. With humor and candor, Ellis explores topics like married sex, emotional healing, and the realities of menopause, all while maintaining a fierce bond with her friends. In twelve gloriously comic and moving essays, she reflects on experiences that resonate deeply with women pushing fifty, tackling everything from personal insecurities to shared laughter over dirty jokes and nostalgic memories. The book captures the essence of friendship, vulnerability, and resilience, showcasing Ellis’s sensational humor and emotional generosity. It reads like the best cocktail party of your life, filled with raw honesty and a celebration of the powerful connections that define women's lives. This collection elevates Ellis's acclaimed voice, offering readers a heartfelt and entertaining exploration of life’s ups and downs.