In a world where boredom is a national pastime and the garden fence is more than just a decorative boundary, Danielle Steel?s "Neighbours" serves as a rollicking jaunt through the lives of those who may have been born mere feet apart but have somehow managed to culture an entire world of drama. Set against the backdrop of suburban monotony, this literary marvel (or should we say, ?marvelous literary misstep??) thrusts the reader into a cocktail of nosy encounters, whispered secrets, and the art of passive-aggressive lawn maintenance. Steel, known for her uncanny ability to weave tales that feel both glamorous and utterly mundane, invites you to pull up a chair?preferably one from the local thrift store?and settle in as she unpacks the hilarity and heartache of neighborly relations. In a neighborhood where your next-door mates are as close as your Wi-Fi signal, the intertwining lives of the characters unfold in a manner that might make you question the very fabric of your own social life. Could your neighbor be hiding a secret life as a literary agent? Or perhaps they?re merely plotting their next garden gnome heist? With a title as straightforward as the author?s penchant for melodrama, "Neighbours" promises to deliver all the thrilling excitement of watching paint dry?if the paint were a vibrant shade of "who cares?" The book is a delightful exploration of inter-personal relationships peppered with the kind of scandal that could only be imagined over a cup of lukewarm tea. Readers might find themselves wondering if the biggest twist in the plot is the revelation that their neighbor has, in fact, been recycling all their old newspapers for years. The characters, as varied as the shades of beige on a freshly painted wall, offer a delightful return to that uncomfortable familiarity of social obligation. Expect to encounter: The overzealous couple who throw parties just to show off their new outdoor furniture. The elderly woman who knows everyone?s secrets but struggles to remember her own name. The young couple desperately trying to fit in while simultaneously plotting their escape. The curious cat who roams freely, providing unsolicited commentary on the unfolding drama. The man next door who insists on mowing his lawn at 7 AM sharp, just to ensure everyone knows he?s up and at it. As the tangled web of relationships morphs through the banalities of everyday life, you may find yourself questioning how you too might have become an unwitting participant in a similar saga. Is there a secret society of nosy neighbors lurking behind those hedges? Should you be preparing your own scandalous stories to share at the next local gathering? What if the biggest takeaway from this book is the realization that your life is far too normal? Condition: This used copy of "Neighbours" has seen better days. Its spine is slightly cracked from being enthusiastically flung across the room during particularly dramatic moments. The cover, though charmingly worn, bears the classic marks of a book that has been passed around like a hot potato at a family gathering, and the pages are crinkled as if they?ve teetered on the edge of too many cups of spilled tea. Perfect for those who appreciate the character that only time and a little neglect can impart. So, if you find yourself craving tales of the banal that somehow manage to be both entertaining and downright absurd, grab this book from Crappy Old Books and prepare for a journey that will leave you questioning your own neighborly interactions in the process. After all, who wouldn?t want a little more chaos in their well-ordered lives? THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE.

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T�tulo: Neighbours
Editor: Pan Books
Fecha de publicaci�n: 2021
Idioma: Ingl�s
ISBN 10: 1529021421
ISBN 13: 9781529021424
Encuadernaci�n: Paperback
Estado: Used

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Neighbours is a novel of friendship, support, trust and love, and what it takes to bring people together, by the world’s favourite storyteller Danielle Steel.

Meredith White was one of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces. But a personal tragedy cut her career short and alienated her from her family. For the last fifteen years, Meredith has shut herself away from the world, living in her San Francisco mansion.

Then, on a late summer day, a devastating earthquake strikes, plunging the city into chaos. Without hesitation, Meredith invites her now homeless neighbours into her largely undamaged house as the recovery begins.

From the respected doctor, to the beautiful young woman whose boyfriend views her as a rich man’s toy, to the brilliant concert pianist in his eighties, each has a story and a closely guarded secret that will slowly be revealed.

Strangers become friends and relationships are forged as they support each other through not just the aftermath of the earthquake, but their own personal crises.

As Meredith finds herself venturing back into the world she suddenly sees her isolation, her estranged family and even her career in a whole new light. And thanks to the suspicions of one of her new acquaintances, a shocking truth in her own life is exposed . . .

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Danielle Steel has been hailed as one of the world's most popular authors, with over 650 million copies of her novels sold. Her many international bestsellers include Property of a Noblewoman, Blue, Precious Gifts, Undercover, Country, Prodigal Son, Pegasus, A Perfect Life, and other highly acclaimed novels. She is also the author of His Bright Light, the story of her son Nick Traina's life and death; A Gift of Hope, a memoir of her work with the homeless; and the children's books Pretty Minnie in Paris and Pretty Minnie in Hollywood.

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