Frank, Dorothea Benton: By Invitation Only (Paperback)

By Invitation Only by Dorothea Benton Frank is a captivating novel that explores the intersection of two contrasting families brought together by an impending marriage. The story begins with a barbecue engagement party on Johns Island, South Carolina, hosted by the groom's mother, Diane English Stiftel, a down-to-earth Southern peach farmer. In contrast, the bride's mother, Susan Kennedy Cambria, is a sophisticated Chicagoan accustomed to the city's elite social scene. As wedding plans unfold, the families navigate cultural differences, personal aspirations, and hidden secrets, leading to unexpected twists that challenge their perceptions of wealth, class, and love. Frank's signature humor and empathy shine through as she delves into themes of family dynamics, societal expectations, and the true meaning of happiness. This novel offers a delightful exploration of what happens when limousines meet pickup trucks and caviar encounters pigs, ultimately revealing that despite our differences, we all have something to learn from one another.

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