Queen for a day, or forever? A department store clerk discovers a real kingdom far from Waloo—and learns what truly makes a life shine.
In this tale of unexpected fortune, Tessie Gilfooly, a thoughtful but discontented shopgirl, learns that a sudden inheritance can change more than wealth. A stranger’s visit hints at a magical world beyond Minnesota and Waloo, where a queen’s crown might rest on courage, kindness, and love. As Tessie’s dreams collide with reality, family, friends, and a determined Granny help her weigh what really matters.
With humor and warmth, the story follows Tessie as she navigates a wild premise, the curious Sunshine Islands, and a romance that might redefine her future. It blends hopeful fantasy with the everyday courage of ordinary people who choose to do the right thing when the world tilts on its hinge.
Ideal for readers who enjoy hopeful, character-driven dramas where ordinary life collides with extraordinary possibilities.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book thrusts readers into the astonishing life of Tessie Gilfooly, a young salesgirl working in a department store who, upon the death of her Uncle Pete, discovers her lineage as the rightful Queen of the Sunshine Islands. A compelling tale set within a world of unimaginable wealth and far-reaching influence, the author introduces readers to the harsh realities of lower-class life, contrasting societal norms of differing economic classes. This powerful novel also explores the global sensation caused by Tessie's unprecedented rise to power and the subsequent national media frenzy, inviting readers to consider the impact of such scrutiny upon an unsuspecting individual. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259212911_0
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