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PAPER ROSES

Coming September 25, 2025

inspired by a true story

"Some families leave you money.
Others leave you scars."

About the Novel

Abigail Jones has spent her life trying to be the good daughter—the stable one. But in a family shaped by betrayal, secrets, and reinvention, that's never been enough. Her mother is beautiful and unpredictable. Her father is glittering and dangerous. And her younger sister Nikki, a gifted con artist, has left a trail of shattered lives—and now she's come too close for comfort.

When Nikki's latest scam hits home, Abigail is forced to face a truth she's long buried: she hasn't escaped the family curse. She's carried it with her all along.

Woven through their story is Yasmina, the family's former housekeeper—an immigrant from Morocco with her own past to outrun. Silent but steadfast, Yasmina became part of their family in ways none of them could fully see—until it was too late.

Spanning continents and generations, Paper Roses is a gripping, emotionally layered novel about inheritance, identity, and what it takes to finally break the cycle.

Book cover for Paper Roses by Debby Show

Perfect for readers of

The Vanishing Half Little Fires Everywhere The Paper Palace

What readers say

"An epic story that blends wisdom, and timeless storytelling."

— Halleh Behzadi

Meet the Author

Headshot of author Debby Show

Debby Show

Author Debby Show is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and School Psychologist based in California. With years of experience working with individuals and families, she brings a deep understanding of human behavior, relationships, and generational dynamics to her fiction.

Though Paper Roses is her debut novel, Debby has honed her craft through coaching, writing workshops and a lifelong passion for storytelling. Inspired by real history and intimate truths, her work explores how the past shapes who we become.

She also happens to be the sister of a rather infamous public figure—a detail that has made family gatherings interesting, to say the least. While this is a work of fiction, it draws inspiration from real-life experiences. That said, the spotlight in this story belongs to the generations of women whose legacies are woven across time.

Chapter 1: Behind the Eight Ball

Get a sneak peek into the world of Paper Roses

"My parents have never been easy. I never knew when Mom was going to push me into a room or Dad was going to slap me upside the face. I had to maneuver around landmines, but I never had to duck to avoid hand grenades. Not like Nikki."

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Paper Roses be released?

Paper Roses will be released on September 25, 2025. Pre-orders are available now.

What genre is Paper Roses?

Paper Roses is a family drama fiction novel that explores themes of inheritance, identity, and breaking generational cycles.

Who would enjoy reading Paper Roses?

This book is perfect for readers who enjoyed "The Vanishing Half," "Little Fires Everywhere," and "The Paper Palace." It appeals to anyone interested in complex family dynamics and multi-generational storytelling.

What makes Paper Roses unique?

Paper Roses spans continents and generations, weaving together the stories of multiple characters whose lives intersect in unexpected ways. It's an emotionally layered exploration of how family patterns repeat and how they can be broken.

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Publisher

Fieldmere Press

2242 Overlook Drive

Walnut Creek, CA 94597

torosebud@gmail.com

Author

Debby Show