Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson
When Lillian and Madison meet at a prestigious
boarding school, the bond is immediate, even
though highly unlikely. Lillian, the poor,
scholarship student, struggles to identify with
the likes of the poised, rich, and stunning
Madison, on just about every level.
But the young women defy the odds and become best
friends, until a juicy scandal sends Lillian back
to her lonely mother's attic, while Madison continues
to reap the rewards of her wealthy father's influence.
They unceremoniously part ways, with the realization
that status and money really do matter.
Imagine Lillian's surprise when Madison resurfaces
ten years later with a lucrative offer for her former
friend; one that's hard to refuse. Lillian has the chance
to become" governess" to twins from Madison's husband's
previous marriage. The children's biological mother has
died, and it looks like their Senator father is now wholly
responsible for them; quite a task for a man who knows
so little about his own offspring except for one very troubling
detail that Madison finally reveals to a skeptical Lillian.
Supposedly, the twins spontaneously combust when stressed
or agitated, their little bodies aglow with flickering
flames at the most inopportune times.
Once Lillian witnesses the phenomenon herself, and
accepts the absurdity of it all, she agrees to be part
of a dysfunctional family that becomes more
challenging with each waking moment. Two confused,
sheltered children are slowly capturing Lillian's heart,
and what starts as a way out of her hapless life, turns
into a life-changing opportunity when she needs it the most.
This quirky, funny, offbeat novel with its improbable plot,
sends a clear message about the power of acceptance and belonging,
and how finding purpose in life can turn dark, meaningless days and
nights into hope for the future.
The Today Show's Jenna Bush Hager chose this one as her Book
Of The Month with good reason. It's for those who like to think
outside of the box, laugh, (or ponder) a wildly entertaining
premise, and empathize with likable characters, from an author
with a style all his own.
When Lillian and Madison meet at a prestigious
boarding school, the bond is immediate, even
though highly unlikely. Lillian, the poor,
scholarship student, struggles to identify with
the likes of the poised, rich, and stunning
Madison, on just about every level.
But the young women defy the odds and become best
friends, until a juicy scandal sends Lillian back
to her lonely mother's attic, while Madison continues
to reap the rewards of her wealthy father's influence.
They unceremoniously part ways, with the realization
that status and money really do matter.
Imagine Lillian's surprise when Madison resurfaces
ten years later with a lucrative offer for her former
friend; one that's hard to refuse. Lillian has the chance
to become" governess" to twins from Madison's husband's
previous marriage. The children's biological mother has
died, and it looks like their Senator father is now wholly
responsible for them; quite a task for a man who knows
so little about his own offspring except for one very troubling
detail that Madison finally reveals to a skeptical Lillian.
Supposedly, the twins spontaneously combust when stressed
or agitated, their little bodies aglow with flickering
flames at the most inopportune times.
Once Lillian witnesses the phenomenon herself, and
accepts the absurdity of it all, she agrees to be part
of a dysfunctional family that becomes more
challenging with each waking moment. Two confused,
sheltered children are slowly capturing Lillian's heart,
and what starts as a way out of her hapless life, turns
into a life-changing opportunity when she needs it the most.
This quirky, funny, offbeat novel with its improbable plot,
sends a clear message about the power of acceptance and belonging,
and how finding purpose in life can turn dark, meaningless days and
nights into hope for the future.
The Today Show's Jenna Bush Hager chose this one as her Book
Of The Month with good reason. It's for those who like to think
outside of the box, laugh, (or ponder) a wildly entertaining
premise, and empathize with likable characters, from an author
with a style all his own.
