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The Man of My Dreams

By Curtis Sittenfeld
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The Man of My Dreams by Curtis Sittenfeld delves into the life of Hannah Gavener as she navigates love, family, and self-discovery from her teenage years into adulthood. The story examines her relationships and personal growth, exploring themes of expectation versus reality in love and the complexities of finding one's place in the world. Set against the backdrop of both mundane and significant moments, the book offers a poignant look at how we learn about ourselves through the people with whom we interact.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy insightful explorations of personal growth and relationships. Curtis Sittenfeld crafts a narrative that delves into the complexities of love, family dynamics, and self-discovery with relatable characters and keen emotional depth. It's perfect for readers who appreciate nuanced storytelling and character-driven fiction.

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And if you move to another state for a guy who might not love you back, are you being plucky - or just pathetic?
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Readers love THE MAN OF MY DREAMS:
*****'I love everything Curtis Sittenfeld writes and this was no exception.

By the author of American Wife, a sharp and witty novel about a young woman's romantic fantasies colliding with the realities of adult life.

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By the author of American Wife, a sharp and witty novel about a young woman's romantic fantasies colliding with the realities of adult life.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Rodham, American Wife, You Think It, I'll Say It and Help Yourself

A rigorous and wily stylist. She packs her pages with clever observations without appearing to be trying - NEW YORK TIMES

Grave, good-humoured, deeply engaging - GUARDIAN

Hannah is a confused fourteen-year-old. In the magazines she reads, celebrities plan elaborate weddings; in Hannah's own life, her parents' marriage is crumbling.

Over the next decade and a half, love throws her some complicated questions. At what point can you no longer blame your adult failures on your messed-up childhood? Is settling for someone who's not your soulmate an act of maturity or an admission of defeat? And if you move to another state for a guy who might not love you back, are you being plucky - or just pathetic?

Readers love The Man of My Dreams:

  • * 'I love everything Curtis Sittenfeld writes and this was no exception. Excellent'
  • * 'Very realistic portrayal of an emotionally abusive atmosphere. Insightful, thoughtful'
  • * 'Curtis Sittenfeld is a magnificent writer. Fantastic'

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The Man of My Dreams by Curtis Sittenfeld is widely praised as a clever and refreshing work, noted for its likeability and compelling nature. Critics have described the book as witty, astute, and enjoyable, with engaging and brilliant storytelling. The prose is often highlighted as cut-glass and razor-sharp, with Sittenfeld's observations elevating the experience, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

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ISBN: 9780552776837

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 July 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Black Swan

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 243g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Curtis Sittenfeld is the author of the word-of-mouth bestseller American Wife, which was longlisted for the Orange Prize, as was her first novel, Prep, a New York Times bestseller. Sisterland, her fourth novel, was a Richard & Judy Book Club pick, and her most recent Sunday Times bestseller was Eligible, a contemporary retelling of Pride & Prejudice. Her books are translated into 25 languages. She is married, with two young children, and lives in the American Mid-West. Visit her website, www.curtissittenfeld.com

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