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 'The Undomestic Goddess' is a story that forces the reader to ponder what is more important in life: love or success or a balance of our love life, social life, family, and career. The writing is funny, romantic and at the same time also sends a subliminal message to its readers. Ambitious workaholic attorney Samantha Sweeting has been on the path of success since she was a child. From getting good grades to working non-stop, she has landed herself in a job in the best law firm in Britain. Her life turns upside down when she discovers that she has made a mistake so huge that it has the power to destroy her career forever. In this mess, she hastily leaves her office and boards the first train that she spots. Arriving in the middle of nowhere, her judgment and senses being completely clouded by the whole situation. In the confusion of the moment, Samantha is mistaken for an interviewee and finds herself being offered a job as a housekeeper in the English countryside. Her employe

This book touches the various aspects of life which can help us achieve long happy life. It is based on an ancient, well-practiced Japanese technique called 'IKIGAI'. The authors define Ikigai and its rules based on one hundred interviews done in Ogimi, Okinawa to try to understand the longevity secrets of centenarians and supercentenarians. The term 'Ikigai' is explained as 'the reason why you get out of bed in the morning'. It is the reason for your existence. Its the happiness of always being busy. The French might say ”raison d’etre”. It forces you to really think what’s important in life and right there lies the secret to a long and happy life. In answer to this question, you will find your own Ikigai which is a combination of your passion, your mission, and your profession. There is a passion inside you, a unique talent that gives meaning to your days and drives you to share the best of yourself until the very end. If you don’t know what your Ikigai is yet

In this contemporary fiction book, Debbie Macomber not only manages to deep dive into the emotional issues people face, but she also introduces the reader to the love, struggles, and triumphs of three generations of women by adding color and humor to a heartfelt story. The 394-page tale of a road trip is smooth and easy to read.  Bethanne's (the central character of the book) ex-husband, Grant, wants them to reunite, but Bethanne isn't sure she can ever trust Grant again, since his infidelity destroyed their marriage. Devastated when he left, Bethanne managed to put her life in order, start her own business and become a successful entrepreneur. On a whim, Bethanne agrees to go on a road trip with her daughter, Annie, and Grant's mother, Ruth, who's driving across the country to attend her 50th high school reunion. Ruth hopes to right a wrong she did 50 years ago when she 'dumped' her high-school sweetheart, Royce. Ruth wonders if there are still sparks between t