One Day in December

Name: One Day in December
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241982273
Price: 28.0 NZD
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The uplifting, feel-good, Sunday Times bestselling Christmas romance you need this festive season

By Josie Silver

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Summary

One Day in December by Josie Silver is a heartwarming romance about Laurie, who, during a bus ride, spots a man through the window and instantly feels a connection. Despite searching for him through the city, they do not meet until a year later at a Christmas party, where she discovers he is her best friend’s boyfriend. The story unfolds over a decade, exploring themes of love, friendship, and destiny.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This enchanting romance may appeal to you if you love stories about chance encounters that change lives. Immerse yourself in a heartfelt journey of friendship, love, and the unpredictable twists of fate that come with searching for 'the one' while navigating life's ups and downs over the years. It's perfect for those who enjoy emotional tales with a blend of hope, heartbreak, and humour.

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Description

Two people. Ten chances. One perfect love story.

Laurie is pretty sure love at first sight doesn't exist. After all, life isn't a scene from the movies, is it?

But then, through a misted-up bus window one snowy December day, she sees a man who she knows instantly is the one. Their eyes meet, there's a moment of pure magic... and then her bus drives away.

Laurie thinks she'll never see the boy from the bus again. But at their Christmas party a year later, her best friend Sarah introduces her to the new love of her life. Who is, of course, the boy from the bus.

Determined to let him go, Laurie gets on with her life. But what if fate has other plans?

Following Laurie, Sarah and Jack through ten years of love, heartbreak and friendship, One Day in December is a joyous, heart-warming and immensely moving love story that you'll want to escape into forever.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

One Day in December by Josie Silver receives praise for its heartwarming and captivating narrative. Reviewers note its ability to evoke laughter, tears, and emotional engagement, describing it as both a feel-good romance and a touching story about friendship and love. The book is admired for its captivating storytelling and ability to draw readers in, making it a recommended read for those who love heartfelt romance.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241982273

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 323g

Pages: 464

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About the Author

Josie Silver is the Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author of One Day in December and the 'what if...?' love stories The Two Lives of Lydia Bird and One Night on the Island. She has been published in 34 languages (and counting) and has previously been featured in Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine Book Club. Josie is an unashamed romantic and lives with her husband, their two teenage sons, and an ever-growing cast of animals in a little town in the Midlands.

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