A Shoe Story
Jun 2022 · Penguin
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"I LOVED THIS BOOK! ...smart, sensitive and incredibly satisfying." —Elin Hilderbrand
"Jane L. Rosen has a forever fan in me."—Emily Henry
A young woman has one month and a closetful of shoes to discover the future she thought she'd lost in this captivating new novel from the author of Eliza Starts a Rumor and Nine Women, One Dress.
Esme Nash is eager to leave her small town and begin her carefully planned post-grad life: a move to New York City, an apartment with her loving college boyfriend, and a fancy job at an art gallery. But when tragedy strikes, instead of heading to Manhattan, she returns home to care for her ailing father, leaving every bit of her dream behind.
Seven trying years later, Esme is offered a dog-sitting job in Greenwich Village by a mysterious stranger, giving her access to all of her long-buried hopes and dreams—as well as to an epic collection of designer shoes. Esme jumps at a second chance to step into the future she's sure was meant to be hers.
As she retraces her steps, one pair of borrowed shoes at a time, making new friends and reconnecting with her old love, Esme tries on versions of herself she didn’t know existed. But the hazy August days and warm summer nights pass too quickly, and Esme must decide how much of the life she imagined still fits, and what—and who—is on the road ahead of her.
"Jane L. Rosen has a forever fan in me."—Emily Henry
A young woman has one month and a closetful of shoes to discover the future she thought she'd lost in this captivating new novel from the author of Eliza Starts a Rumor and Nine Women, One Dress.
Esme Nash is eager to leave her small town and begin her carefully planned post-grad life: a move to New York City, an apartment with her loving college boyfriend, and a fancy job at an art gallery. But when tragedy strikes, instead of heading to Manhattan, she returns home to care for her ailing father, leaving every bit of her dream behind.
Seven trying years later, Esme is offered a dog-sitting job in Greenwich Village by a mysterious stranger, giving her access to all of her long-buried hopes and dreams—as well as to an epic collection of designer shoes. Esme jumps at a second chance to step into the future she's sure was meant to be hers.
As she retraces her steps, one pair of borrowed shoes at a time, making new friends and reconnecting with her old love, Esme tries on versions of herself she didn’t know existed. But the hazy August days and warm summer nights pass too quickly, and Esme must decide how much of the life she imagined still fits, and what—and who—is on the road ahead of her.
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Bailey Young
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November 19, 2023
A Shoe Story by Jane L. Rosen is a captivating, charming, fun, obess-worthy, romantic, and fierce read! This is one of the most thoughtfully constructed books I've ever read. The Author's innate attention to detail makes this book a delight from cover to cover-- especially as you unravel the mysteries and intricacies. The main character, Esme, is so fun to read. Not only is she intelligent, she is bright and playful. Spunky and full of life describe her well. As she contemplates the direction of her life, you can feel reflection stirring within your heart as well. Not only is this book a beautiful romantic read, it's a beautiful read about redefining priorities and finding yourself again and again. I so recommend this book! It is fantastic!!
About the author
Jane L. Rosen is an author and screenwriter whose critically acclaimed first novel, Nine Women, One Dress, has been translated into ten languages. She lives in New York City and on Fire Island with her husband and three daughters.
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