Otherwise Engaged: A Novel Local Writer and the smaller but perhaps

and the smaller but perhaps more frustrating matter of recovering a beloved painting that has unexpectedly turned up in the wrong place

But what if the girls don't all make the squad

a scent-crazed perfumer

A brilliant thief and natural leader

and her best friend bet her that she can't make it until Labor Day without sleeping with someone

Otherwise Engaged: A Novel Local Writer and the smaller but perhapsA twisty, tender and wise look at how secrets can transform the powerfuland sometimes problematicbond between mothers and daughters, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery. When Shannon gets engaged, her beloved mom, Cindy, is the first person she wants to telland the last. Cindys engaged, too, and has already hinted at a double wedding. The image of a synchronized bouquet toss with her mom fills Shannon with horror. Shell keep her