In this rich and deeply satisfying novel by the beloved author of <i>The Art of Mending</i>, and <i>Open House</i>, a resilient woman embarks upon an unforgettable journey of adventure, self-discovery, and renewal.  <br><br>Betta Nolan moves to a small town after the death of her husband to try to begin anew. Pursuing a dream of a different kind of life, she is determined to find pleasure in her simply 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, a twenty-year-old who is struggling to find his place in the world, and a handsome man who is ready for love.<br><br> Elizabeth Berg's <i>The Year of Pleasures</i>is about acknowledging the solace found in ordinary things: a warm bath, good food, the beauty of nature, music, friends, and art. "Berg writes with humor and a big heart about resilience, loneliness, love, and hope. And the transcendence that redeems," said Andre Dubus about <i>Durable Goods</i>. And the same could be said about <i>The Year of Pleasures</i>. <br><br><br><i>From the Hardcover edition.</i>