Lullabies & Alibis: a novel (Paperback)

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MARRIAGE - MOTHERHOOD - MISTAKES - MADNESS! Sometimes things are not what they appear to be in life. Nordis Spect is a deeply passionate, eccentric and endearingly candid woman on an intense quest to have the daughter she´s always dreamed of. After having three sons, the ultrasound finally says, "Girl!" and Nordis is in pink heaven! BUT... circumstances change and suddenly Nordis finds herself involved in a bizarre and life-altering plan that not only leads to the love and acceptance of her newborn son, but ultimately of herself and the other relationships in her life. Honesty, trust, and faith triumph over deceit, insecurity, and rejection in this upside-down, inside-out personal tale, intimately crafted with humor and sincerity. Perfect for book/reading clubs.

For anyone who has ever tried to be in command of their destiny and then had life spin wildly out of control. For anyone who has ever taken a wrong turn in the heat of the moment. For anyone who has felt misunderstood and been afraid to show their true colors for fear of rejection. For anyone who has ever secretly yearned for a child of a specific gender. And for anyone who has or known someone who has experienced the wild, ridiculous and crazed world of being hormonally postpartum!

About the Author

Stephanie D. Lewis resides in San Diego, California where she writes screenplays, short stories, poetry and humor articles. She currently has a monthly online column about women balancing their lives in the business world. Owner and operator of Inside-Out Girls, Stephanie portrays the value of inner beauty to teenage girls, arming them with information and experiences to combat Hollywood's and society's obsession and distorted focus on exterior appearances and materialism.

Originally a screenplay, Lullabies & Alibis is the first in a series of books that introduces protagonist, Nordis Spect --- a quirky, determined and brutally honest woman who sees her world in Technicolor and hears it in Surround Sound.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Xlibris Corporation (May 14, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1436325854
• ISBN-13: 978-1436325851
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,334,943 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Omigosh!!!, August 12, 2008

By	Sherri Chessen "Mother/author" (CA and ID) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If laughing on one page, crying on the next and then being shocked silly is your idea of a good read, you'll adore Lullabies and Alibis!

Stephanie Lewis smacks of Jennifer Weiner, Erma Bombeck and OHenry all thrown in together.....such talent!!!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put this book down!, August 5, 2008

By	Elsa Montoya - See all my reviews

As soon as I received the book in the mail, I couldn't wait to start reading it. Once I started, I couldn't put it down. In Lullabies & Alibis, the author takes you on a thrilling ride through the mind and crazy life of a neurotic woman, Nordis. She also offers an incredibly honest insight into the underlying motivations of this character, who seems to oscillate from a state of endearing innocence to an almost unfeeling cunningness. At times, you may dislike Nordis, and then again, you can't help but to find in the nakedness of her soul familiar territory and then forgive her for being much too human. One thing is for sure, this book will take you on an emotional ride that you won't be likely to forget.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!, November 30, 2008

By	Karen G. Falconer "sunny daze" (tampa, florida) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is hilarous, preposterous and poignant all at the same time. It is a wonderful read and hard to put down. I think we relate so well to Nordis because it may be secret thoughts and ideas we have all had as women at one time or another but would never voice. You find yourself laughing but nodding your head at some of her thoughts! I enjoyed every minute of this book! Highly recommend!!!