The Marriage Sabbatical: A Novel

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What if you could take a vacation from your marriage A couple decides to give it a shot in this fun, adventurous novel by Lian Dolan, the popular author of The Sweeney Sisters and Lost and Found in Paris.

After twenty-three years of building careers and raising kids together, Jason and Nicole Elswick are ready for a break from their daily lives. Jason has spent years planning his dream sabbaticalditching work for a nine-month-long motorcycle trip through South America. Problem is, thats Jasons dream, not Nicoles. After years working retail and parenting in Portland, Nicole craves the sun of the Southwest and the artistic community in Santa Fe, where she wants to learn jewelry design.

A chance encounter at a dinner party presents a surprisingand intriguingway out of their dilemma. Over a little too much wine, Jason and Nicoles married neighbors sing the praises of the 500 Mile Rule: their policy of enjoying themselves however they wishand with whomever they wishwhen theyre temporarily far apart. It seems like the perfect solution: nine months pursuing their own adventureswith a bit of dont-ask-dont-telland then a return to their shared lives. Itll be a sabbatical from their marriage as well as their day jobs.

As Jason bikes his way across a continent and Nicole reclaims the art shes long neglected, they discover the pleasures and pitfalls of the 500 Mile Rule, confronting temptations of all kinds, uncomfortable truths about themselves, and gaining new perspective on their partnership.

But all sabbaticals come to an end...then what

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Fast-paced and colorful, with hints ofThe GoldfinchandMalibu Rising,and more than one pitch-perfect love storyLost and Found in Parissparkles like the City of Light itselfand will have you flipping the pages quickly as youre drawn deeply into its mysterious world of art, intrigue, and redemption. Kristin Harmel,New York Timesbestselling author ofThe Book of Lost Names Reading Lian Dolan is like sitting next to a delightful and hilarious friend with a fine glass of champagne as she regales you with her enthralling adventures. Witty and ravishing, with an intriguing mystery, a grand love story and a quick-witted heroine,Lost and Found in Parisis magnificent. Patti Callahan,New York Timesbestselling author ofSurviving Savannah Dolan spins a story that is both heavy and light, spanning continents and exploring relationships. With a hint of Dan Brown and a splash of Jamie Brenner, this book will appeal to a variety of readers, especially those who enjoy character-driven fiction. Booklist on Lost and Found in Paris Dolans clever latest...does a fantastic job depicting Joans love for her father and heartache over his death. This has a bit more substance than the standard Parisian romp. Publishers Weekly on Lost and Found in Paris A quirky novel that deals with weighty topics and emotions without taking itself too seriously. Kirkus Reviews on Lost and Found in Paris

Author Bio

Lian Dolan is a writer and broadcaster. She is the creator and host of Satellite Sisters, the award-winning talk show she produces with her four real sisters. Satellite Sisters is the top-rated podcast for women online and their recent book, You're the Best: A Celebration of Friendship, is popular with book clubs and women's groups. She also created the popular podcast about modern motherhood, The Chaos Chronicles, developed by Nick at Nite for TV. Lian is the author of two best-selling novels, Helen of Pasadena and Elizabeth the First Wife, and a regular columnist for Pasadena Magazine. In addition, Lian has written for a variety of media, including television, radio, websites and print. Lian graduated from Pomona College in Claremont. She lives in Pasadena, California with her husband and two sons.