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Nora Goes Off Script

The unmissable summer romance for fans of Beth O'Leary and Rosie Walsh!
By Annabel Monaghan
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Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan is a heartwarming romance novel that follows Nora, a scriptwriter whose life takes an unexpected turn. After selling a screenplay based on her recent divorce, Nora finds herself hosting Leo, a famous actor playing her ex-husband, at her home. As their lives intertwine, both must navigate the blurred lines between reality and fiction, leading to unexpected personal revelations.
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If you enjoy heartwarming romance with a touch of humour and a compelling storyline, this book may appeal to you. It features a relatable heroine navigating unexpected turns in her personal and professional life, offering an engaging and charming read.

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Nora's life is about to get a rewrite . . . A hilarious and heartwarming romance, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Robinne Lee.

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'Smart, fresh and romantic . . . I loved this book with my whole heart' BETH O'LEARY

'Absolutely irresistible - funny, addictive and deliciously romantic' ROSIE WALSH

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Nora's life is about to get a rewrite . . .

Nora Hamilton knows the formula for love better than anyone. As a romance channel screenwriter, it's her job. But when her husband leaves her and their two kids, Nora turns the collapse of her marriage into the best script of her life. When it's picked up for the big screen and set to film on location at her picturesque Hudson Valley home, Nora's life will never be the same - especially after world-famous Hollywood actor and former 'Sexiest Man Alive' Leo Vance is cast as her ex-husband.

The morning after the crew leaves, Nora finds Leo on her porch with a half-empty bottle of tequila and a proposition. He'll pay a thousand dollars a day to stay for an extra week. Seven days: it's the blink of an eye or an eternity, depending on how you look at it. It's enough time to fall in love. Enough time to break your heart . . .

Filled with warmth, wit, and wisdom, Nora Goes Off Script is the best kind of love story - the real kind where love is complicated by work, kids, and the emotional baggage that comes with life.

For Nora and Leo, this kind of love is bigger than the big screen.

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Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan receives praise for its charm, humour, and romantic warmth. Reviewers highlight its engaging characters and story, comparing it to the works of Emily Henry, and noting its blend of romance and comedy. This book is frequently described as addictive and perfect for being both a delightful romance and an exploration of female empowerment. Several argue it’s the ideal escapist read, perfect for those looking for heartwarming and witty storytelling.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399703024

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 195g

Pages: 272

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Annabel Monaghan Contemporary Romance Fiction General Fiction Romance

About the Author

Annabel Monaghan is the author of two young adult novels and 'Does This Volvo Make My Butt Look Big?', a selection of laugh-out-loud columns that appeared in The Huffington Post, The Week, and The Rye Record. Her debut novel, Nora Goes Off Script, was published in 2021. She lives in Rye, New York, with her family.

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