The Vibrant Years: A Novel

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Living on their own terms means being there for one another.

When sixty-five-year-old Bindu Desai inherits a million dollars, shes astoundedand horrified. The windfall threatens to expose a shameful mistake from her youth. Desperate to keep the secret, Bindu quickly spends it on something unexpected: a condo in a posh retirement community in Florida.

The impulsive decision blindsides Bindus daughter-in-law, Aly. At forty-seven, Aly still shares a home with Bindu even after her divorce from Bindus son. But maybe this change is just the push Aly needs to fight for the segment shes been promised for years at the news station where she works.

As Bindu and Aly navigate their new dynamic, Alys daughter, Cullie, is faced with losing the business that made her a tech-world star. The only way to save it is to deliver a new idea to her investorsand of course they want the half-baked dating app she pitched them in a panic. Problem is, Cullie has never been on a real date. Naturally, enlisting her single mother and grandmother to help her with the research is the answer.

From USA Today bestselling author Sonali Dev comes a heartfelt novel about three generations of hilarious, unconventional, ambitious women navigating bad dates, a spiteful HOA board, reemerging exes, and secrets that refuse to remain hidden. Join the Desai women on a shared journey of self-discovery as they dare to live their most vibrant lives.

'Bursting with humor, banter, and cringeworthy first dates, Sonali Devs The Vibrant Years is a joyful and fun read, but its also very much a timely tale about a group of underestimated women demanding respect and embracing their most authentic selves.' Mindy Kaling

'An intergenerational tale of self-discovery and the relationships that matter mostA cozy cup of chai for the soul.' Kirkus Reviews

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These Indian American women and their struggles will appeal to readers from every age and culture. Washington Post An intergenerational tale of self-discovery and the relationships that matter mostA cozy cup of chai for the soul. Kirkus Reviews Dev easily gets the reader to root for her well-rounded characters, and the intertwined story lines wrap up with a delightful ending. This effervescent tale is sure to please the authors fans and win her new ones. Publishers Weekly Three generations of Indian American women strive to find what makes them happy in this heartwarming rom-com about the compromises that held them back and how they finally reclaimed their freedom. Booklist (starred review) Dev weaves humor and romance through her tale of three generations of women. Audible A super-fun, bingeable story about three generations of vibrant women navigating relationships, friendships, mishaps, and ambitions. Ms. magazine Fun and heartfelt. BookRiot A sweeping intergenerational tale showcasing the importance and value of family, relationships, and finding oneself as the world does what the world does: change. Apartment Therapy A laugh-out-loud story full of love, regrets, and secrets. Marie Claire I would give this book five stars for the concept alone, but its Sonali Devs trademark character depth and beautiful writing that really make The Vibrant Years shine. A gorgeous story of evolving female relationships and how love, hilarity, and the bonds between three generations of women help them thrive in even the fiercest winds of change. Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Soulmate Equation Oh, what a glorious tangle of love, career, the past, and family is The Vibrant Years! Sonali Dev writes beautiful prose and complex, delightful characters in this story of rediscovery and girl power for three generations of the Desai women. A delicious treat. Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author A vivid and touching story of the relationships between three women who love each other and their quest to find each others soul mates. Funny, fast paced, and insightful, The Vibrant Years gracefully explores questions of meaning and hope and regret and most of all the love between women. A beautiful book! Barbara ONeal, bestselling author of This Place of Wonder I loved this story of three generations of women navigating life, love, and the patriarchy. Sonali Devs writing is lush and evocative, her characters vibrant with rage, humor, and wisdom. Virginia Kantra, New York Times bestselling author of Meg & Jo and Beth & Amy Sonali Dev has done it again in this sparkling page-turner about the unbreakable bonds of women and the necessity of forging an authentic path. Three generations of women from one dynamic family band together to navigate each chapter of life proving that, with the right people by your side, they can all be vibrant years. Devs storytelling shines! Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Veil Just the kind of book I love to get lost in. Great characters, tons of energy, perfect pacing. Sonali Dev absolutely nailed it. Loved it! Susan Elizabeth Philips, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Author Bio

USA Today bestselling author Sonali Dev writes Bollywood-style stories that explore universal issues. Her novels have been named best books of the year by Library Journal, NPR, the Washington Post, and Kirkus Reviews. She has won numerous accolades, including the American Library Associations award for best romance, the Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Award, and multiple Romantic Times Seals of Excellence. She has also been a Romance Writers of America finalist and has been listed for the Dublin Literary Award. Shelf Awareness calls her not only one of the best but one of the bravest romance novelists working today. She lives in Chicagoland with her husband, two visiting adult children, and the worlds most perfect dog. Find out more at https://sonalidev.com.