Three Good Things A Novel
Three Good Things A Novel by Wendy Francis, published by Atria Books in January 2013, is a 256-page work that explores the complexities of sisterhood, motherhood, and family life. The story follows Ellen McClarety, a recent divorcée who opens a bake shop in her small Midwestern town, seeking to redefine her life through the art of making kringle. As she navigates her new independence, Ellen grapples with the lingering shadows of her past, while her sister Lanie, a successful divorce attorney, begins to question the perfection of her own life.
Readers will find a narrative rich in emotional depth, focusing on the bond between two sisters who share a profound connection yet face their own challenges. The novel delves into themes of love, loss, and the importance of family, all while highlighting the wisdom imparted by their late mother. With humor and compassion, Wendy Francis crafts a story that resonates with anyone who has experienced the ups and downs of family dynamics, making it a relatable read for those interested in fiction centered on women’s lives and relationships.
Official synopsis Publisher
Sisterhood, motherhood, marriage, baking, and books—these are a few of the things that make this delightful novel a recipe for getting through the tough stuff of life—from the author of The Summer Sail and The Summer of Good Intentions.
Ellen McClarety, a recent divorcée, has opened a new bake shop in her small Midwestern town, hoping to turn her life around by dedicating herself to the traditional Danish pastry called kringle. She is no longer saddled by her ne’er-do-well husband, but the past still haunts her—sometimes by showing up on her doorstep. Her younger sister, Lanie, is a successful divorce attorney with a baby at home. But Lanie is beginning to feel that her perfect life is not as perfect as it seems. Both women long for the guidance of their mother, who died years ago but left them with lasting memories of her love and a wonderful piece of advice: “At the end of every day, you can always think of three good things that happened.”
Ellen and Lanie are as close as two sisters can be, until one begins keeping a secret that could forever change both their lives. Wearing her big Midwestern heart proudly on her sleeve, Wendy Francis skillfully illuminates the emotional lives of two women with humor and compassion, weaving a story destined to be shared with a friend, a mother, or a sister.
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