What is one sister without the other? Is it even possible to imagine? New York Times bestselling author Luanne Rice explores the complex emotional equations of love and loyalty that hold together three pairs of remarkable sisters. Here in the halls of Newport Academy, a unique private school that has attracted generations of rebels, outcasts, and visionaries, an unforgettable lesson in the eternal truths of sisterhood is about to begin…. After years away, Maura Shaw has returned to Newport, Rhode Island, to teach English at the academy. Behind her lies her life as the perfect Midwestern wife and mother, a life that seemed on the surface to be all she had ever wished for. That illusion vanished in a storm off Mackinac Island in the wake of an accident that engulfed Maura’s husband and her older daughter, Carrie. Now, with her son and younger daughter, she hopes to find a new beginning. Newport has never failed to infuse Maura with a sense of mystery and hope. But for fourteen-year-old Beck, the move is a painful upheaval from everything she has ever loved—especially her sister, Carrie. Ever since her sister disappeared, Beck has retreated into the world of mathematics, where principles are permanent, unlike so many other things in life. Without Carrie, Beck has lost half of herself—the half that would have fit in at the elite private school she and her brother, Travis, will now attend. The half that made things right. Still, Beck clings to the hope that her sister will return to them. Beck isn’t alone in her struggle to adjust. At sixteen, Travis is juggling a long-distance first love and an attraction to an expensive-looking girl with a wicked sparkle in her eye. And for Maura, ghosts linger here—an unresolved breach with her own beloved sister and a long-ago secret that may now have the power to set her free…. Set against the breathtaking beauty of the New England coast at its most dramatic, populated by a cast of indelible characters, The Geometry of Sisters is Luanne Rice at her most compelling, a dazzling world to which readers will want to return again and again.
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"I was unabashedly crying at the end of this book - it is very emotional but satisfying. Maura Shaw moved her family (son Travis and daughter Beck) to Newport Academy in Newport, Rhode Island to teach English a year after her husband dies in a tragic accident and her daughter, Carrie, runs away on the day of his death. The story is about a lost love, strong connections between sisters, and how secrets can tear a seemingly happy family apart. It is written from several points of view. The title comes from the character Beck who has retreated into the world of mathematics as a means of seeing her father again. I thoroughly enjoyed it as I have all Luanne Rice books."
— Dyana (5 out of 5 stars)
" This is a wonderful, realistic story about a trio of sisters who remind me of me and my sister. Rice always speaks straight from the heart. "
— Nancy, 2/3/2014" I thought this was an enjoyable, heartfelt book. I liked that the author switched character perspectives, though at first it was a tad confusing. If you can handle some sentimentality, this is worth a read. "
— Rachel, 2/3/2014" Enjoyable enough to read. A little too happy of an ending to be realistic, but I like happy endings. "
— Sheila, 1/30/2014" Quite simply a terrific read!!! It is exactly what you would expect from Luanne Rice. I found this a very readable book. I would definitely recommend this to any Luanne R fans, or if you haven't read any of her works. This is a great one to start with!. "
— Helen, 1/27/2014" Luanne Rice is favorite of mine. Her characters are all special and reading about them is like catching up with family. "
— JoAnn, 1/26/2014" Such a good read. 3 sets of sisters. Their special bonds, family relationships, a little mystery. Set in Newport, RI. Fabulous read!! "
— Diana, 1/25/2014" this was such a book tht touches ur heart. its sad cute and loving. i love Luanne Rice's books!!! "
— Ira, 1/24/2014" I really like Luanne Rice's writing style and stories, this was no exception! "
— Robyn, 1/19/2014" I am so sad... this book had potential to be really great, but wasn't. "
— Jen, 1/12/2014" A good, moving drama of a book. Always wished I had a sister :-) "
— Denise, 12/31/2013" Loved this book from beginning to end! "
— Denise, 12/31/2013" Diane recommended this a long time ago and I finally got around to reading it. Fascinating story, says much about the bonds of sisterhood. "
— Nancy, 12/22/2013" One of her best yet!!! "
— Joy, 12/8/2013" My sister bought me this book as a birthday gift last year. I absolutely enjoyed reading this. It made me realize how important forgiveness is in the family. :) "
— Shongi, 12/1/2013" Great book if you want an interesting read about the complexities of family relationships. It is a farily light, quick read with interesting characters. The ending was a bit predicatable, but overall I enjoyed it. "
— Heather, 11/23/2013" Very enjoyable read. Good look into a normal family that harbors secrets and how it deals with it. Recommend. "
— Kathy, 11/14/2013" This was a heartwarming book to listen to. A family that has it's problems but it all works out in the end. Well, it mostly works out. "
— Brenda, 10/8/2013" Very disappointing - the reviews made it sound good but I felt it was just a second-rate romance novel. "
— Rukmini, 7/7/2013" This was a new author I've never tried before- but this was a good story- I loved it and I'm going to read more of her books for sure. "
— Allyson, 5/7/2013" Story follows Maura and her two children, Travis and Beck from Ohio to Newport, Rhode Island after her husband drowns and her oldest daughter runs away. This is about the deep and complicated relationship between sisters and how decisions affect a lifetime. Very dark story but still a good read. "
— Jeanne, 12/21/2012" Yes, another Luanne Rice book... "
— Barbara, 12/18/2012" It's been awhile since I've curled up with a Luanne Rice novel.....This is one of her best! A story of family....lost....but not!! "
— Marilyn, 6/2/2012" Nice story about a family struggling with death and estrangement and old wounds "
— Pmcdnld2, 5/19/2012" Light reading. Fund to read. I read by the pool. "
— Patricia, 2/20/2012" Very interesting book, another easy read, but well worth it. "
— Leslie, 7/27/2011" I'm not a big fan of chick lit. I downloaded this from the library as it sounded like it had possibilities (I like sister stories). It read pretty much like a Lifetime Movie Channel movie, aimed at the young adult reader with a romantic sensibility. Great literature - not. "
— Betty, 6/4/2011" this was such a book tht touches ur heart. its sad cute and loving. i love Luanne Rice's books!!! "
— Alanna, 5/24/2011" This was the first time I had read a book by LuAnne Rice. I enjoyed reading the book and will look for more books by this author. "
— Lori, 5/19/2011" Took me a while to get into the book, but enjoyed it enough in the end to read more of this author. "
— Sue, 5/8/2011" This was a very enjoyable book about a family torn apart by lies. Sisters in particular. I loved the setting of the story in Rhode Island at a posh prep school and the characters were very real. Looking forward to the next book about the character Pell and her adventures. "
— Lisa, 4/10/2011" The Title and the New England setting is why i picked it. While reading you knew what was gonna happen next but still the subject of sisters and how sisters can connect despite the circumstances made a decent read. "
— Lauren, 3/28/2011" Good story. Author did not waste time with details of each character, so the book moved along nicely. Powerful relationships between sisters. "
— Camandwmm, 3/28/2011" Good book. Sad...reinforces the importance of family and forgiveness "
— Jen, 3/27/2011" Really good! Read it all in one day! "
— Rebecca, 3/21/2011" The book didn't picl up unti around pages 150 and then it went way too fast..... "
— Mom2jngncna~, 3/8/2011" This books was too much like a Lifetime movie for my taste. "
— Shauna, 2/19/2011" Travis and Beck move to Newport, RI, with their mom after their father drowns and their older sister runs away. Travis has a tremendous football season and Beck represents the Newport Academy in a national math competition all the while looking for a reunion with their lost sister. "
— Connie, 2/14/2011" I received this as a Christmas present..typical Luanne Rice, easy read with predictable ending..which is exactly what I was looking for :) "
— Siobhan, 2/12/2011" I enjoyed both of the Luanne Rice books. I didn't realize they were a series and actually enjoyed reading the two in backwards order. I would read about the other two friends if they are available. "
— Mary, 2/8/2011" This was my first book by Rice and although I liked the plot and the story, the writing was a little fluffy for me. Only the youngest daughter seemed to be fully developed as a character. I'm not sure that I will read all of Rice's books but this one was okay. "
— Melissa, 2/2/2011" This was a great book to read. everytime I started to read it I felt as if I never stopped reading. I felt as if I was right there in the story,being part of it. This is the 1st. book of Luanne's that I've read. She is truley a great writter. "
— Mary, 1/31/2011Luanne Rice is the author of more than thirty novels, including the New York Times bestseller Sandcastles. Many of her novels have been made into movies for television. Her short stories, essays, and articles have been widely published in magazines and newspapers. She received the 2014 Connecticut Governor’s Arts Award for excellence and lifetime achievement in the Literary Arts category.
Bernadette Dunne is the winner of numerous AudioFile Earphones Awards and has twice been nominated for the prestigious Audie Award. She studied at the Royal National Theatre in London and the Studio Theater in Washington, DC, and has appeared at the Kennedy Center and off Broadway.
Jaclyn Gaines is a young actress who has a very strong passion for the entertainment industry.