Night of a Thousand Darlas

From the author of Penelope in Retrograde comes the sparkling story of three generations of women, each trying to live out their own dreams without breaking a leg in the process. Liza Days mother isnt dead, but leave it to Darla Day to throw herself a funeral anyway. Its the kind of attention grab Liza left behind to build a quiet life for herself and rebellious teenage daughter, Avery. But between her students discovering her old daytime TV show and putting her teaching job at risk to her mothers unexpected funeral invitation, Lizas life feels truly like a soap opera. When Liza returns to her familys historic Day Ranch for her mothers premature farewell, shes not sure what to expect. Darlas always been known for eccentricities, both on-screen and off-screen. Thankfully, Liza has her siblings to help navigate Moms antics, which include everyone dressing as one of Darlas many iconic film characters, a harem of white rabbits, and one surprise guest: Lizas former costar and Averys father, Scotty. The more time Liza and Avery spend on the ranch, the more Liza realizes that it might be time to trade in the scripted life she thought she wanted, for a leading role in the family shes always needed.