Patty Jane’s House Of Curl

Author: Lorna Landvik

After Patty Jane’s husband leaves her, she and her irrepressible sister, Harriett, open a neighborhood beauty parlor–complete with live harp music and Norwegian baked goods. It’s a warmhearted place where good friends share laughter, tears and comfort…..Read More

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