Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone

Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone by Phaedra Patrick is a novel published by Park Row Books in 2017, featuring 368 pages in English. The story follows Benedict Stone, a man whose life has become stagnant, with a struggling jewelry business and a failing marriage. His routine is disrupted when his spirited teenage niece, Gemma, unexpectedly arrives, challenging him to reassess his life and priorities.
Readers will find a narrative rich with themes of family, forgiveness, and personal growth. As Gemma’s bold presence shakes up Benedict’s orderly existence, the novel explores the complexities of relationships and the importance of connection. With elements of contemporary fiction and romance, Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone presents a heartfelt journey that emphasizes the value of embracing life alongside loved ones.
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“A perfect read for lovers of Antoine Laurain’s The Red Notebook, Gabrielle Zevin’s The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, and Fredrik Backman’s A Man Called Ove.” –Library Journal, starred review
“Phaedra Patrick understands the soul.” –Nina George, New York Times bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop
A delightful gem of a novel about family, forgiveness and finding your way from the bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
Benedict Stone has settled into a complacent and predictable routine. Business at his jewelry shop has dried up; his marriage is on the rocks. His life is in desperate need of a jump start–and then a surprise arrives at his door in the form of his audacious teenage niece, Gemma. Reckless and stubborn, she invites herself into Benedict’s world and turns his orderly life upside down. But she might just be exactly what he needs to get his life back on track.
Filled with colorful characters and irresistible charm, Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone is a luminous reminder of the unbreakable bonds of family, and shows that having someone to embrace life with is always better than standing on your own.
Don’t miss Phaedra Patrick’s uplifting new novel, The Little Italian Hotel!
Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick:
- The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
- The Library of Lost and Found
- The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
- The Messy Lives of Book People
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