When Baltimore gyneco- logic oncologist Gwyneth Berke's hus- band leaves her for an interior decora- tor, she teams up with best friends Fleur and Kat one another dumpee, the other a shell-shocked widow. 'If there's anyone who understands the absurdity and demands of a woman's reality at midlife, it's first-time novelist Toby Devens.

A lively read that offers an interesting behind-the-scenes look at a symphony orchestra and a mid-life heroine who is all grown up but still capable of being comically and poignantly bewildered by life.” -Nancy Martin, author of Little Black Book of Murder My Favorite Midlife Crisis (Yet) “If you’re looking for smart, upbeat fiction with snappy dialogue and a fun peek into ethnic traditions, Happy Any Day Now is perfect. Fast-paced and witty, with great dialogue and three-dimensional characters, Happy Any Day Now will ring true for many women.” -Cathy Holton, author of Beach Trip Caught between two cultures, two lovers, and an errant father who reenters her life just as her professional and personal lives collide, Judith struggles to accept that what she wants, might not truly be what she needs. “A smart, funny novel that explores the mid-life angst of Judith Soo Jin Raphael, a half-Korean, half-Jewish classical cellist.

'Judith Raphael is half-Korean and half-Jewish, and full on fabulous! Toby Deven's novel is warm, witty, and wonderful.' -Wendy Wax, Author of While We Were Watching Downton Abbey I learned so much from reading this book, and had such fun!” -Nancy Thayer, author of Summer Breeze and The Hot Flash Club Judith Soo Jin Raphael is unique and also completely like your best friend, facing decisions and doubts with courage and lots of LOL humor. Happy Any Day Now is a charming read for women of any age, especially those who have mothers, fathers, boyfriends, former lovers, or careers. Set in the fascinating world of classical music - with all its pressures, rivalries, passions, and loyalties - Devens’ Happy Any Day Now is a virtuoso performance which is bound to win Devens a host of new fans.” -Liza Gyllenhaal, author of A Place for Us With a deft touch, Devens spins a tale of lost opportunities and rediscovered romance, second chances and second thoughts, family secrets and lasting friendships. Judith Soo Jin Raphael, the heroine of Toby Devens’ engaging new novel, is half-Korean, half-Jewish and who, facing her fiftith birthday, is carrying enough emotional baggage and family history to last several additional lifetimes. “Never has a mid-life crisis - or actually a perfect storm of them - been treated with such charm, insight, and smart, sardonic humor.

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