The Sugar Queen

Josey is a 27 year old woman who lives in the shadows of a beautiful mother, the legacy of an inspiring father, and the nasty brattish history of her childhood, which has somewhat tainted how people see her, and how she sees herself too. Having retreated into a shell - a closet that is hidden from everyone in her bedroom where she stashes comfort food and romance novels, she escapes here when she can - that is when her mother isn't busy demanding she drive her places of fetch or cook for her. Her highlight in the day is the delivery of the post - as Josie harbours a huge crush on her postman, although he himself has been oblivious to it for the last three years.This all changes when Della Lee - a waitress with a troubled background sneaks into Joseys room and hides in her beloved closet - seeming to be on the run. Josey allows her to stay but Della seems to push her life in an existence outside of her closet - towards Chloe - someone Josey doesn't even know and towards Adam.This is a magical read, and there is a realSouthern charm to this book. I love the main characters in this, and I love the underlying theme of magic in this book. This story shows how Josey slowly comes out of her shell, and how Chloe, Josey, and even Joseys mothers all face their demons. I personally feel this is Sarah Addison Allens best book, because this one resonates on a personal level to me. I can really relate to a lot of the characters and I know I will be rereading this again at some point.Those of you who loved this, will also like 'If you could see me now' by Cecelia Ahern and 'Twenties Girl' by Sophie Kinsella.

This was the second Sarah Addison Allen book I have read. Whilst I did not enjoy it as much as Garden Spells, it was still, a very charming read.The story centres around twenty seven year old Josey; she loves winter as layers of clothing allow her to cover up her body, she loves Adam the mailman from afar and has a secret stash of sweet things and paperback romances hidden in her bedroom closet, then one day she finds something else in her closet too ... a local waitress called Della Lee.Whilst Josey's story and her blossoming relationship with Adam is sweet enough, it is the story of another character, Chloe, that really appealed to me. Chlose has split up from her boyfriend Jake after he had a one night stand but it is Chloe's relationship with books that is so interesting. Books have a way of appearing in Chloe's life and she has many. Since she was 12 years old she would walk into a room to find books waiting for her, wanting her to read them - she finds them in work, in her car or on a table at a restaurant, always trying to tell her something ... one time she even finds a book trying to get in to her bathroom and she has to warn the book that it won't like it there because it will get wet - a truly magical idea.

I bought this book on a whim, looking for a new author to spark my interest, and I'm so glad I did. I have to say I fell in love with this book from page one. The characters are likable and their story entangled me. This boon is about people leaning to live and to love who they really are. The majical undertones reminded me if "like water for chocolate" and the warm characters and the books humour are reminiscent of "welcome to temptation" by Jennifer crusie.If you want a book to make you think this is not for you, but if you want one that makes you feel then I can't recommend this book highly enough. fer crusies

Ms Allen writes books so full of wonder I wish she would write some more. Friendships and familyhave many vagaries yet just on the edges are subtle ties that bind them. Magical realism has found its queen.

I Really enjoyed this heart warming story with its magical quirks. Enjoyable characters & storyline. Would recommend for a relatively lighthearted read

I've just finished reading this book and found myself disappointed when I turned the final page and realised I'd got to the end. Although the magical aspect of this book feels a little more forced than in Sarah Addison Allen's other novel 'Garden Spells' by the end of the book it finds it's place and adds to the happily-ever-after feel that the whole work aims for. When I was trying to explain it to a friend this is what I said:"I'm reading a girly book and the lead character is a dark haired curvy beauty who is descovering how wonderful she is by falling in love for the first time. Soppy, lovely and very pro 'real women'!"And that's what I stand by. This is not high literature but it's a charming read that is exactly what you'd expect from the glittery front cover. If you enjoyed 'Garden Spells' or read Cecilia Ahern this will be a good choice for you.

Just come to know of this author and have binged on several of her books in the last week. Romance, quirkiness and a little magic is, as always, still to be found. However I felt this time it was long winded but, with some careful editing, would have worked better as a much shorter story.

I read this book after reading Garden Spells. This book is lovely. It is about a girl who is old enough to look after herself but is stuck living at home devoting her life to her mother out of gilt. Then she finds a girl in her closet who's only goal is to emancipate Josey. I love how Sarah Addison Allen explores the characters with you for example I didn't really favour Margaret, Josey's mother but after finding out more about her I grew to love her too. Fantastic read. Love Sarah Addison Allen.

Product is a used one but it is like new one. Could not have guessed that it's used one unless known. Packaging very good and Delivery before expected. Also, received a call from the vendor enquiring if book received or not !👍👍

i love this book with all my heart.i'm always re-reading sarah addison allen's books because they make me feel at home.the sugar queen is perfect for the winter.

Love her books

Oh mein Gott!! Das Buch ist so zuckersüß, ich hatte laufend lust auf Süßigkeiten. Josey ist so eine sympathische Hauptfigur und man muss einfach mit ihr mitfiebern. Sie, Chloe und Della Lee sind so ein tolles Trio und man möchte einfach mehr von ihnen lesen. Adam, Helena und Jake sind auch so toll Figuren, bloß Josey ihre Mutter habe ich gehasst. Warum kann sie nicht einmal im Leben nett sein. Ihr Mann war scheiße, aber dafür kann doch ihre Tochter nichts.Das Buch ist mir richtig ans Herz gewachsen. Die Geschichte wird mit so viel Wärme und Mitgefühl erzählt, wie in einem richtigen Märchen. Josey's tiefe Bindung zu Adam und Chloe's Liebe zu Jake, sie haben das Buch so lebendig werden lassen. Natürlich gab es auch negativen Person im Buch, wie Margaret und Julian, aber sie müssen einfach vorhanden sein um Spannung im Buch aufzubauen.Das Buch hat sich super flüssig lesen lassen und war super leicht zu verstehen. Das Cover ist super schick und spiegelt super schön das Thema des Buches wieder. Es war sehr spannend, voller Gefühl und mit der richtigen Portion an Action!!

le livre est en très bon état. Je l'ai vraiment adoré, je collectionne les livre de Sarah Addison Allen et celui-ci ne m'a pas déçu!!