The Year of Pleasures

By: Elizabeth Berg

Narrated by: Sandra Burr

Betta Nolan moves to a small town after the death of her husband to try to begin life anew. Though still dealing with her sorrow, Betta nonetheless is determined to find pleasure in her simple daily routines.

Among those who help her in both expected and unexpected ways are the ten-year-old boy next door, three wild women friends from her college days with whom she reconnects, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world, and a handsome widower who is ready for love.

Elizabeth Berg's The Year of Pleasures is about acknowledging the solace found in ordinary things: a warm bath, good food, the beauty of nature, music, and art. Above all, The Year of Pleasures is about the various kindnesses people can provide one another. Betta's journey from grief to joy is a meaningful reminder of what is available to us all, regardless of what fate has in store. This exquisite book suggests that no matter what we lose, life is ready to give bountifully to those who will receive.

©2006 Elizabeth Berg (P)2005 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Berg is a true women's writer whose latest exploration of one woman's joys and sorrows will not disappoint." ( Bookmarks magazine)
"Sandra Burr brings genuine expression to this remarkable story of a woman's adjustment to widowhood. Her clear and easy narration beautifully captures the diverse feelings experienced by protagonist Betta Nolan." ( AudioFile)

Changes are scary.

I am going through some monumental and unexpected changes and her story gave me the courage I needed. Thank you,

Sweet

This is a very sweet story about a woman who loses her husband and continues her life and finds her place after his death

A Book on Grief

This book was not what it said it was! The ENTIRE book was so sad as Bette navigated life after the loss of her husband.

Beautiful book

Such an enjoyable experience to listen to this book. One that I come back to over and over again.

True love

I’d always hoped for a bond such as the one
The woman shared with her man in this book. I had forgotten how to hope until reading this. It was so honest and beautifully written , that I am going to start it over...and feel it all once again.