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Lady Undertaker II : The Embalmer's Blues

By Lyn Johnson and Lisa Branch-Edwards
Series: Lady Undertaker
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In Lady Undertaker II: The Embalmer's Blues, Lyn Johnson and Lisa Branch-Edwards spin a fascinating tale of a determined woman navigating the complex world of funeral homes. This gripping general fiction story follows the protagonist as she confronts personal and professional challenges, all while unearthing surprising revelations and forging unexpected alliances within her unique profession. It's a compelling narrative exploring resilience, identity, and the intricacies of life's final ceremonies.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this engaging read if you have an interest in unconventional professions, quirky characters, and a blend of mystery and dark humour. Set against the backdrop of the funeral industry, it offers a unique insight into the world of undertaking, wrapped in an intriguing narrative with moments of reflective poignancy and unexpected wit.

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Fascinating read about the power of female relationships who celebrate family and funeral service.

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Lady Undertaker II: The Embalmer's Blues follows the journeys of Leona, Sydney, and KC, three funeral service professionals devoted to celebrating the lives of those taken too soon. They navigate the highs and lows of relationships, parenthood, and the fast-paced, male-dominated world of the death care industry.

Join them as they collaborate with head embalmer Damien Moore, striving to uphold the profession they cherish while contending with unlicensed and unscrupulous competitors. This is a story of a family through good times and bad.

Their tale is poignant and will resonate with anyone who has experienced the pain of loss and the bittersweet emotions of working in a family business.

Series: Lady Undertaker

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  • Lady Undertaker II : The Embalmer's Blues
    Lady Undertaker II: The Embalmer's Blues follows the journeys of Leona, Sydney, and KC, three funeral service professionals devoted to celebrating the lives of those taken too soon. They navigate the highs and lows of relationships, parenthood, and the fast-paced, male-dominated world of the death care industry. Join them as they collaborate with head embalmer Damien Moore, striving to uphold...
    By Lyn Johnson and Lisa Branch-Edwards
    Paperback
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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781667856285

Publisher: BookBaby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: BookBaby

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 512g

Pages: 318

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Fiction General Fiction Lisa Branch-Edwards Literary Fiction Lyn Johnson Series: Lady Undertaker

About the Author

Lisa Branch-Edwards is third generation licensed funeral director from Philadelphia, PA. This is her second book.Lyn Johnson has been a licensed funeral director for over 20 years and also currently resides in Philadelphia. This is her second book in the Lady Undertaker series.

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