Sleigh Bells in the Snow (translated into Indonesian as Lonceng Salju) is a heartwarming contemporary romance novel by USA Today bestselling British author Sarah Morgan. Published in 2013 (with the Indonesian translation released by Gramedia Pustaka Utama under their Harlequin romance line), it is the festive first book in the highly popular O'Neil Brothers trilogy. Set against the breathtak…
Long before becoming a prominent storyteller and travel blogger, Alexander Thian worked a completely ordinary, unglamorous job: managing a mobile phone counter at a bustling shopping mall. The book serves as a metaphorical photo album of humanity. From his vantage point behind the glass display cases, Alex didn’t just sell phones—he observed human behavior, capturing the raw, funny, and so…
The story alternates between 1970 (the "Then") and 1991 (the "Now"). Four childhood best friends—Chrissy, Roberta, Teeny, and Samantha—reunite as adults in their small Indiana hometown when Chrissy goes into labor. The reunion triggers memories of the fateful summer of 1970 when they were 12 years old. That summer was filled with typical adolescent milestones: buying their first bikinis, n…
The story follows Olin, a smart and observant high school girl who holds a unique, unofficial title among her peers: the "Princess of Gossip." Olin runs a highly influential, secret school gossip column/newsletter. She has a natural radar for secrets and knows exactly who is dating whom, who failed what test, and all the juicy drama happening behind closed classroom doors. For Olin, managing…
The story follows the adolescent years of Ikal (the alter-ego of the author), his charismatic and rebellious cousin Arai, and their brilliant but deeply impoverished friend Jimbron. Left orphaned at a young age, Arai is taken in by Ikal’s family. Rather than becoming bitter, Arai becomes a beacon of optimism for Ikal, introducing him to the magic of having a dream. Under the guidance of th…
The story follows Sasa, a gentle and resilient blind girl who lives a quiet life. Despite her visual impairment, her world is brightened by the presence of three young men who are her closest friends and fierce protectors: Reo, Geri, and Abdi. Because of their inseparable bond and the way the three boys constantly look out for Sasa, they affectionately and playfully refer to themselves as th…
As the story progresses, Lala's straightforward view of both men begins to blur. She discovers that relationships are rarely black and white: While Hiroshi seems perfect, Lala occasionally witnesses a side of him that is easily triggered by anger over trivial things, shattering his calm demeanor. Meanwhile, Alvin—despite his irritating and teasing nature—provokes a unique kind of comfort…
The story follows Sam (Burt Reynolds), Carl (Robert Loggia), and Eddie (Charles Durning)—three retired military war veterans living a quiet life in an Arizona trailer park called Sunrise Village. Their monotonous routine consists mostly of competing for the attention of their beautiful neighbor, a former Las Vegas showgirl named Christine (Raquel Welch).
Friska finds herself stuck in an emotionally draining, ambiguous relationship with her boyfriend, Wima, whose commitment and feelings remain entirely unclear. Tired of the constant doubt, she tries to move forward. She is eventually introduced to Leon, a mature man who is a single father trying to raise his young daughter, Bea, after going through a painful divorce. While Leon is ready to of…