Tiger Lillie: A Novel - Softcover

Samson, Lisa

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1578565987 ISBN 13: 9781578565986

Publisher: Waterbrook Press (A Division of Random House Inc), 2004

Synopsis

Always the wedding coordinator, Lillie Bauer makes brides' dreams come true, but when it comes to her own love life, she's never the bride.

Fifteen years after the mysterious disappearance of her childhood sweetheart, Ted, Lillie --bungee-jumper, book addict, and delightfully offbeat coordinator of "extreme" high-concept weddings--is ready to find love again. As she boldly but reluctantly braves a disastrous dating scene, Lillie is caught between two images of married life-- the rich, lifelong partnership shared by her parents and the troubled marriage of her younger sister, Tacy.

Faced with long-buried feelings, fears for Tacy, and concerns about her father's failing health, Lillie finds strength in an unlikely community of loved ones, including Cristoff, her epileptic, florist business partner; Pleasance, a sassy clothing designer; and her Hungarian Grandma Erzsébet. When Lillie stumbles across a danger that threatens those she loves most, she'll need more than friends and family to get through it- she's going to need a miracle.

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Review

"Reading Tiger Lillie is like bungee jumping in a prom dress-breathless, extreme, elegant, a mixture of freefall reflection and being jerked back to heart-stopping reality! I was completely captivated by Lisa Samson's quirky and colorful characters, so tender and down-to-earth, but bold and dangerous when one they love is threatened. You'll never forget Tiger Lillie."
-Neta Jackson, author of The Yada Yada Prayer Group novels

"Lisa Samson has done it again! A superbly told story that immediately captivated me with its loveable and quirky characters. The intricacies of relationship between two completely different sisters provide an intriguing and captivating read-a story that becomes a real page-turner toward the end! Way to go, Lisa!"
-Melody Carlson, award winning author of Finding Alice, Crystal Lies and Diary of a Teenage Girl series

"Like sprinkles of paprika on a sea of sour cream, Tiger Lillie's colorful characters catch the attention and tantalize the taste buds. I read this novel in one sitting, but I'll not soon forget the cast of flavorful characters-Lillie and Tacy and Christoff and Gordon. Lisa Samson writes with surprising honesty, genuine love, and indefatigable hope. Make time for this one-you'll love it!"
-Angela Hunt, author of The Awakening

"Many writers in the genre of Christian fiction shy away from characters who stray too far outside 'safe' conservative lines. Thankfully, Lisa Samson seems to understand that to breathe life into wonderfully flawed characters is to paint a refreshingly honest and compelling picture of the foibles and follies of the human experience. In Tiger Lillie, she does just that. Brilliantly."
-Constance Rhodes, founder of FINDINGbalance.com and editor of The Art of Being: Reflections on the Beauty and the Risk of Embracing Who We Are

"Wow! What a book! Strong, courageous characters, compelling storyline, hidden truths that jump out and grab you-all in Lisa Samson's marvelous and unique voice. Loved it! Loved it!"
-Gayle Roper, author of Winter Winds, Autumn Dreams, Summer Shadows, and Spring Rain

"Nobody writes like Lisa Samson. Not even Lisa Samson! That's because each of
her novels is different, exposing yet another aspect of her literary talent.
See for yourself in Tiger Lillie, a fresh and wonderful addition to her unique
body of work."
-James Scott Bell, Christy Award-Winning author of Breach of Promise and A Certain Truth

"Lillie and Tacy, two sisters brimming with joie de vie, delight and then draw us into their life and death struggle with darkness. Tiger Lillie provokes thought as it tugs the heart."
-Lyn Cote, author of Winter's Secret

"Tiger Lillie showcases Lisa Samson's unique ability to write in-your-face fiction. Her vivid characters reach out and grab, providing a contrast between the self-centered mind and the dedicated heart of those who claim His name. This is her best book yet!"
-Lois Richer, author of Dangerous Sanctuary

"Lisa Samson creates the most wonderful, quirky characters, ones that jump off the page and into your heart. Tiger Lilly kept me up way too late reading. Lisa's voice is unlike any other writer out there, and she's addicting. If you haven't discovered this phenomenal writer yet, you're in for a treat with Tiger Lilly."
-Colleen Coble, author of Without a Trace and Beyond a Doubt

About the Author

LISA SAMSON resides in downtown Lexington, Kentucky where she lives and serves in community. She is the mother of three creative children and the wife of one creative man who puts up with her crazy ways while she puts up with his. Lisa is the winner of the Christy Award for contemporary fiction and has been called "one of the best novelists in the inspirational market" by Publishers Weekly. Visit her at LisaSamson.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: Waterbrook Press (A Division of Random House Inc)
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1578565987
• ISBN 13: 9781578565986
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320