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and his total lack of intelligence

When she ignores her family’s demands to come home

But while the novel's distant cousins hail from the traditions of magical realism

but standing in his way are skilled sorcerers devoted to safeguarding the auction

but clues pile up hinting at a deeper connection to the family than she had ever imagined

The View from Lake Como 688176 and his total lack ofJess Capodimonte Baratta is not living the life of her dreams. Not even close. In blue collar Lake Como, New Jersey, family comes first. Recently divorced from Bobby Bilancia, "the perfect husband," Jess moves into her parents' basement to hide and heal. Jess is the overlooked daughter, who dutifully takes care of her parents, cooks Sunday dinner, and puts herself last. Despite her role as the family handmaiden, Jess is also a talented draftswoman in