The Dress Shop of Dreams

'Reminiscent of Love Actually and P.S. I Love You, this cute little book is recommended to readers who want to be charmed by the possibilities of love' LibraryReads (Top Ten Pick)'[Menna] van Praag has a deliciously innate capability to weave the totality of characters of The Dress Shop of Dreams into a compelling tale. Each character, from Cambridge to Oxford, augments and refines these dynamics. Ultimately, van Praag cracks the code that deciphers magical fate when it comes to couture and the complexities of love' New York Journal of Books '[A] brightly colored fabulist confection... sure to delight those looking for a little fairy dust in their romance' Kirkus Reviews 'The Dress Shop of Dreams is a delightful blending of many love stories plus a tale of murder and suspense. Van Praag has a knack for balancing a large cast of engaging characters, and her references to beloved authors and historic scientists are enjoyable touchstones between doses of mystery and magic' Booklist 'The Dress Shop of Dreams is a light, sweet and shimmering confection, well worth a read' BookLoons 'Bighearted, beautiful, and brushed with magic, this novel celebrates life's moments of joy, possibility, and transformation. Menna van Praag's writing is bright with sparkles and lovely grace notes' -Susan Wiggs, bestselling author of The Beekeeper's Ball 'The Dress Shop of Dreams is a dream come true for lovers of romantic tales with a twist of fantasy. Utterly enchanting! Menna van Praag's imaginative, endearing characters will stay with you long after you close the book' -Mary Alice Monroe, New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Wind 'Dresses, dreams, magic, and mystery swirl in this enchanting novel. The Dress Shop of Dreams is the book to read before turning off your bedside light' Nancy Thayer, New York Times bestselling author of Nantucket Sisters