Eastern Shore Shorts - by Gail Priest (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Whether you're in the heart of the Eastern Shore or the Eastern Shore is in your heart... Characters visit familiar local restaurants, inns, shops, parks, and museums as they cross paths through the charming towns and waterways of the Eastern Shore. From the female barber who runs into an old flame to a man who¿s held out for love too long, and from a cranky dog trainer to a meddling mother-of-the-bride, these folks will make you laugh, cry, and cheer as they follow their hearts and dreams.

Review Quotes

"Gail Priest's Eastern Shore Shorts effortlessly weaves together narratives that not only realistically represent the glory and beauty of Delmarva's Eastern Shore, but also introduce the reader to a diverse array of believable characters connected through blood, friendship, passion or loss who, through their own unique and compelling journeys, come to the same understanding that love really does conquer all. Superbly written and a joy to read. - Michael Sprouse, On-Air Host, The Arts & Entertainment Report, WRDE NBC, and Coastal A&E, Delaware 105.9 FM

"Shorts is a lovely and lilting ode to the magical tapestry that is the Eastern Shore, managing to honor its deep-rooted earthiness while deftly navigating the perennial complexities that make each of us unique yet quintessentially human." -Nick Brandi, Literary Editor, Coastal Style Magazine

"Just spent the past several hours bingeing on Eastern Shore Shorts, and if there were more, I'd keep reading. Gail really captures the essence of the shore. The six degrees of separation between the generations are peppered through the towns. She knows her stuff. Love her characters and how they navigate their lives and how they decide whether to stay or go...I want to know what happens next to these folks...Really couldn't put it down." -Liane Hansen, National Public Radio personality

"In Gail Priest's Eastern Shore Shorts, nine intertwined stories weave a tale of family, friendship, and following your heart. Priest's world is at once compelling, charming, and full of the wisdom, warmth, and beauty that is the Eastern Shore. Come for a visit, lose yourself between the pages, and savor every moment." -Kathleen Long, USA Today Bestselling Author