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Pam of Babylon
Series · 17
books · 2011-2019

Books in series

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#1

Pam of Babylon

2011

A beautiful life at the beach is marred when Jack has a heart attack on the train from Manhattan. Pam and his two lovers discover secrets and lies, and each other.
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#2

Don't You Forget About Me

2011

When charming, seemingly devoted Jack Smith dies, his wife and his two girlfriends are astonished to learn that they were not the only love of his life, and that, in fact, Jack was a rogue who was carrying on secret existences with other women. Shattered by grief and stunned by Jack’s betrayals, these three women, Pam Smith, Marie Fabian, and Sandra Benson, find themselves suddenly thrown together. They could have despised one another, jealously guarding their private memories of their time with Jack and hating those they perceived to be their rivals, but instead, the women begin to realize there might be strength in numbers and in shared pain. Slowly, they begin to open their hearts to one another. They bind together to try to make sense of their lives and to try to heal the terrible shock. But the more they learn about Jack and his nefarious past, the more they begin to question everything they thought they ever knew about him. Not only did Jack carelessly cheat on each of them, without thought to the harm he was causing, but the women are stunned to discover a secret of Jack that he never revealed. As the women try to piece together the real life story of Jack, they begin to deal with their own lives differently, as well. They must deal with Jack’s heartbroken mother, who knew nothing about her son’s clandestine dealings in life. The tragedy also takes a toll on their working lives, and most of all it takes a toll on them, robbing them of sleep, hope, and even dreams. But with a sense of shared sisterhood, a little laughter, and a whole lot of determination, these brave women forge brave new lives that are full of promise. The novel probes the difficulties in thinking that we can ever really know a person, even a loved one. All the women in Don’t You Forget About Me wonder if they had been really and truly loved by Jack, or if he had simply played them for fools. They question their own blindness to his faults and how they allowed themselves to believe that they might have had it all, when what they had was really more of a dream. The book investigates modern social problems with grace and warmth. Infidelity, it uncovers, can do more than break hearts. In showing some of the worst things that can happen in relationships,it also teases us to imagine the best, a world in which loyalty, devotion and fidelity are prized. As the characters grow and change, they have the possibility for those things. Don’t You Forget About Me is a tale of love lost and then found again. A sequel to Pam of Babylon, Don’t You Forget About Me can also be read all on its own. You will not like this book if many characters and lot of twists and turns is not your cup of tea.
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#3

Dream Lover

2012

Kirkus Review says "A gritty, realistic portrait of the aftermath of deceit." We meet new lovers of Jack's; just the tip of the iceberg, it turns out. Slowly, the parade of women and one man who loved Jack make their way to the Long Island village of Babylon for an audience with his widow. No longer in denial, and stronger than she thought possible, Pam Smith is able to confront the horror of her marriage in its totality as she draws a new picture of the man she was married to. The new, more horrific discoveries she makes empowers her and she is able to maintain her strength and the grace and compassion she's known for. Truly a formidable woman, Pam conquers her worst demons, as Sandra and Marie move on in with their lives, finding passion and self-forgiveness in Dream Lover.
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#4

Prayers for the Dying

2012

Book Four in the Pam of Babylon Series, Prayers for the Dying exposes more of what Kirkus Review said about Dream Lover, "A gritty, realistic portrait of the aftermath of deceit." Jack Smith's victims attempt to move forward while grappling with the pain and horror that he left behind. Pam makes a few startling revelations about herself, while Sandra hopes for a future with exciting expectations. Marie is in a most unlikely place, with the happiest news in the bleakest circumstances. Ashton's story of a lifetime love affair with Jack is finally told, with his heartache revealed.
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#5

Family Dynamics

2012

Heartbreak and devastation move toward triumph in the fifth and final installation of the Pam of Babylon stories. Pam is at last able to overcome the pain of Jack’s rejection, and her own role in perpetuating his deviance, when she meets Dan and falls in love. Her children move on with their lives in ways Pam would have never believed possible. Sandra fulfills her dreams with Tom, and a gift from Marie helps to complete their life together. Ashton and Ted build a beautiful life, and new discoveries make it richer than they thought possible, but with a twist. But don’t be deceived; what you see is not what you may get.
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#7

In Memoriam

2014

In Memoriam begins with the birth of a baby boy to Pam’s former boyfriend, Dan and daughter, Lisa as the journey of Pam of Babylon continues in this seventh volume. Still reeling from the death of her beloved son Brent, Pam endures life at the beach with remarkable strength. Sandra tries to balance several versions of her life while striving to be part of the Smith legacy. Lisa rises above circumstances that would destroy most, with determination. But don't be too impressed; history does have a way of repeating itself. Readers love the Pam of Babylon Series, including Pam of Babylon, Don’t You Forget About Me, Dream Lover, Prayers for the Dying and Family Dynamics. After Jack Smith dies, Pam and his two lovers discover secrets and lies, and each other. “A gritty, realistic portrait of the aftermath of deceit,” Kirkus Review, Dream Lover April 13, 2012 “Excellent!” Dan Georgakas Editor Cineaste Magazine
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#7.5

We're Just Friends

2014

A short story to fill in details after Book #7 In Memoriam and before Book #8 Soulmates. Events occur that the reader may want to know about, but Jason and Sandra do their best to keep hidden.
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#8

Soulmates

2014

Pam faces new challenges with glamour and poise, while Sandra doesn't disappoint, and Lisa discovers new strengths. "Women's fiction with a touch of noir."
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South Shore Romance

2016

At last, with everything aligned perfectly, and her family occupied, Pam finds romance, love, excitement and joy with Senator Charlie Monroe and his rescued Greyhound, Margaret. But swirling around her are the antics of Dan and Julie and their exciting but exasperating relationship, the elders living a riotous life jet-setting between Babylon, Great Neck, and Florida, Alison and Diana spending more and more time with Miranda, Lisa and Ryan Maddox discovering bonds they never thought possible, Sandra finding true love, and last but not least, Sister Mary Joseph, settling in to a life of comfort and privilege at the beach. What could possibly go wrong? 1. Pam of Babylon 2. Don't You Forget About Me 3. Dream Lover 4. Prayers for the Dying 5. Family Dynamics 6.The Tao of Pam 7. In Memoriam 8. Soulmates9. Save the Date 10.I'll Always Love You 11.Beach Spirits 12. South Shore Romance 13. Meet Me at the Beach 14. Pam's Adventures in Babylon 15. Second Chance When I was Young Gladys and Ed's Big Adventure Beautiful Heartbreaker Short Stories: We're Just Friends, Julie Hsu, Free on author's website: First Sight, A Good Beach Day
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Beautiful Heartbreaker

A Pam of Babylon Novella

2016

“Don’t look now, but Jack Smith is right behind you,” Marian whispered. A flush of pleasure cruised through Genevieve’s body, but later, she thought it might have been a warning. The years of Jack Smith’s coming of age occurred during the best and worst times in Manhattan's history. The son of Upper West Side elitists, raised with the best of everything, one secret aspect of his childhood set him apart from others in his class. Beautiful Heartbreaker tells the story of Jack’s transformation from a young, innocent boy to a larger than life icon who took the city by storm. For followers of Pam of Babylon, Beautiful Heartbreaker fills in some of the blanks his death left unanswered. Will the mystery of Jack ever be unlocked?
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#15

Second Chance

2017

From USA Today Bestselling Author, Suzanne Jenkins! Just when life settles down to a dull roar for those people whom Pam holds closest to her heart, the pendulum swings in the opposite direction and everyone is tossed into the air. Who will they hold on to as they fall back to earth? Scroll Up and Grab Your Copy Today!
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#16

If I Ever Leave You

2017

From USA Today Bestselling Author, Suzanne Jenkins! After Randy leaves for Greece and another Adventure Trek season, family demands on Pam make an impromptu trip to the Greek Islands to meet up with him more appealing. While Pam debates leaving, Lisa is confronted with a startling revelation, Alison takes a chapter from Pam's playbook and looks the other way, Sandra is caught in a maelstrom of intrigue, and Violet, still not completely comfortable with her new skinny body, is swept into a love affair that shocks everyone. Scroll Up and Grab Your Copy Today!
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#17

Touch Me When We're Dancing

2018

From USA Today Bestselling Author, Suzanne Jenkins! The theme of life after a snowstorm is slow dancing, couples falling in love, or out. A new neighbor moves in next door to Pam, Lisa discovers love in an unexpected place, Tim finds comfort in someone who has always been there, and Sandra decides to appreciate what she has in her hands. In the city, a major shake up at Lang, Smith and Romney leads to the proverbial pot of gold for Sandra. Randy has a shocking visit, and in return, takes back a promise he made to Pam in Greece. In the background, Karen Carpenter sings. Scroll Up and Grab Your Copy Today!
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#18

Portrait of Marriage

2018

The aftermath of Pam's lavish beachside Memorial Day party on Long Island has everyone wondering what's up with their relationships. What does a suspicious wife, a bored husband and a nosy neighbor have to do with the story? Everything in the saga of Babylon's beautiful and rich Pamela Fabian Smith Zapelli Bradshaw.
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Dinner with Pam

2019

From USA Today Bestselling Author, Suzanne Jenkins! When Alison discovers a new addition to the Jack Smith Fan club, she not only befriends her, she takes it one step further and invites her to join the family. At the next lavish Memorial Day Picnic of Pam’s, several new faces join the festivities. In the past, secrets were exposed, betrayals uncovered, even babies conceived. What will the end result of this picnic be? Scroll Up and Grab Your Copy Today!
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#21

Dancing by Moonlight

2019

Intertwining lives lift some up and knock a few others down, but life goes on in Babylon. Adam Marchand discovers what makes the village dwellers tick, much to his shock! Thank you to all the Pam fans who say they love the series!
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The Pam of Babylon Boxed Set

2016

Sandra Benson is fed up. After her lover dies, she’s cast aside, invisible, expected to fade into the background. She deserves more—a life of money and power just like Jack’s wife, the beautiful Pam Smith, takes for granted. The secrets about Jack will soon be revealed in the Pam of Babylon anthology. You will keep turning pages and not want to put it down. Get it now! When Jack has a heart attack on the train from Manhattan, his wife and his two lovers discover secrets and lies...and each other. But what happens next? And how did they get to that point? Find out in this addictive soap opera, combining intrigue, mystery, drama, women’s fiction, and of course, romance! “A soap opera I can’t put down!” “When’s the next story coming out?” “Addictive!” “I can’t live without Pam.” Don’t You Forget About Me - When Jack dies, his wife and his two lovers discover his secret life… and each other. A gripping story about love and human nature. Romance sometimes comes with pain, but in this case, it's guaranteed. Dream Lover - A beautiful life at the beach is marred for Pam as Jack's former lovers discover the truth after his death as they visit the house on Sea View. A gritty, realistic portrait of the aftermath of deceit. Prayers for the Dying - The fourth installment in the Pam of Babylon series finds Jack Smith’s victims attempting to move forward, grappling with the pain and horror that he left behind. Pam makes a few startling revelations about herself, while Sandra hopes for a future with exciting expectations. Marie is in a most unlikely place, with the happiest news in the bleakest circumstances. Ashton’s story of a lifetime love affair with Jack is finally told, with his heartache revealed. Family Dynamics - When Cindy Thomasini's family tries to sue Pam, she hires attorney Dan Chua to look into the matter. He looks into more than the lawsuit, however, with the resulting excitement much to Dave's dismay. Lisa returns from school with a companion whose brother just left the priesthood. You can imagine...In the meantime, everyone is jockeying for position, trying to get comfortable in their new digs or their own skin. Sandra has a momentary lapse into normalcy, and Ashton and Ted discover a shocking secret which exposes even more of Ashton's idiosyncrasies. In the end, a trip to Costco exposes the truth about people better left undiscovered. The soap opera continues! This box set First Sight - When Pam Met JackBeautiful HeartbreakerDon’t You Forget About MeDream LoverPrayers for the DyingFamily DynamicsREAD Pam of Babylon, available on Amazon! Readers Favorite Book Reviews and Awards Jersey Girl Book Reviews-Pam of Babylon Named Top Series of 2012 — "…once you start it, you will not want to put it down."Kirkus Review Of Pam of Babylon — "An intriguing first novel that revolves around a husband's death and hidden secrets. Women's fiction with a touch of noir." Kirkus Review of Dream Lover — “A gritty, realistic portrait of the aftermath of deceit.” Scroll Up and Grab Your Box Set Today!

Author

Suzanne Jenkins
Suzanne Jenkins
Author · 65 books

Suzanne Jenkins lives at the west Michigan lakeshore. She is the author of Pam of Babylon and the series; Don’t You Forget About Me,Dream Lover, Prayers for the Dying, Family Dynamics and The Tao of Pam. The Greeks of Beaubien Street,and The Princess of Greektown from the Greektown Stories, Alice's Summertime Adventure, The Savant of Chelsea and Someone Like You. https://www.facebook.com/suzannejenki... Twitter @suzannejenkins3

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