The Fun Widow's Book Tour: A Novel

The author of "Inheriting Edith" writes a brave new novel about the intersection of art and grief after the tragic loss of her own husband in 2017. Mia is the only parent they have, and her memoir is out, so her three best friends organize her book tour in their respective hometowns. Mia plans to fix her friends' lives as repayment for all they've done, but even the best agenda is often rendered useless by reality. She realizes that the stories she's been telling herself are just that and that she can rewrite who she is now by revisiting who she was then.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

From the author of the acclaimed novel "Inheriting Edith," comes a brave and poignant exploration of the intersection of art and grief in the aftermath of a tragic loss.

Mia, once a vibrant and outgoing individual, had a life full of laughter, adventure, and boundless energy. She was the class clown, a member of the mile-high club, and the mom who could make her sons giggle with her impeccable British accent and playful tickles. However, three years after the untimely death of her husband, everything changed. Mia became the sole parent to her two young sons, and the weight of responsibility settled upon her shoulders like an unyielding burden.

As her memoir, "Remembering Mia," was released into the world, she found herself facing a daunting challenge: how to promote it while her heart remained shattered? Determined to overcome this obstacle, Mia enlisted the help of her three closest friends, Chelsea, Rachel, and George. They organized a book tour in their respective hometowns, with Mia's father, Ira, joining them for the journey. The plan was to visit San Francisco, Chicago, and Atlanta, Mia's hometown, and to use the opportunity to mend her friends' lives, as a way of repaying them for all they had done for her.

However, Mia's intentions were not purely selfless. She carried with her a trademark agenda, a plan to fix everything that was wrong in her friends' lives, and to reignite the flame of happiness that had dimmed in their eyes. Reluctantly, she also agreed to visit her new stepmother, Judy, a woman she had only met a few times, but who had been thrust into her life due to the circumstances.

As the week-long journey unfolded, Mia encountered a series of unexpected challenges and revelations. She realized that the stories she had been telling herself about her past were mere illusions, created to shield her from the pain of loss. She began to see her friends in a new light, recognizing the struggles and imperfections that made them human and relatable.

Through their shared experiences and deep conversations, Mia and her friends began to heal and grow together. They discovered the power of forgiveness, the importance of self-love, and the beauty of resilience. They realized that their bond was stronger than ever before, and that they could face any obstacle that came their way.

In the end, Mia's book tour not only helped her promote her memoir but also provided her with a newfound sense of purpose and fulfillment. She had reconnected with her past, embraced her present, and found hope for the future. And as she bid farewell to her friends, she knew that their friendship would continue to be a source of strength and support, no matter what life threw their way.

"Remembering Mia" is a testament to the power of art and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a story of loss, healing, and the enduring bonds of friendship. It reminds us that even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of light, and that we have the power to create our own happiness and fulfillment.

Weight: 220g
Dimension: 135 x 204 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780062838247