One Day

Name: One Day
Brand: Hodder & Stoughton
SKU: 9780340896983
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Now a major Netflix series

By David Nicholls

3.86

( 376,980 ratings, 26,413 reviews)

Summary

One Day by David Nicholls follows the lives of Emma and Dexter who meet on the night of their university graduation. The story revisits them on the same date each year, exploring how their friendship and lives evolve over time, marked by moments of joy, heartbreak, and personal growth.
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You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming and bittersweet stories about relationships and life's unexpected twists. The narrative spans across two decades, capturing the pivotal moments in the lives of two compelling characters.

One Day

The multi-million copy bestselling novel that brilliantly captures the experiences of a generation.
From beloved author David Nicholls.

ONE DAY is the multi-million copy bestselling novel that brilliantly captures the experiences of a generation.

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NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX SERIES

One Day by David Nicholls is an extraordinary romantic drama that spans over twenty years, exploring the intense relationship between two people, Emma Morley and Dexter Mayhew, who first meet on the night of their graduation on 15th July 1988. The novel takes the reader on an emotional journey, as each chapter revisits their lives on the same day each subsequent year, giving glimpses into their individual accomplishments, struggles, and evolving connections.

Emma is an ambitious and idealistic character, full of dreams of making a difference in the world. Dexter, on the other hand, is charming and carefree, seeking pleasure and success in the fast lane of life. Despite their opposing paths and numerous challenges, their lives remain intertwined, showcasing a relationship that is both complicated and heart-warming.

The book expertly captures the essence of life's unpredictability, highlighting how dreams can both flourish and falter, and how the bonds of friendship and love can withstand the test of time. It is a powerful reflection on the choices one makes and the impact they have, making it a deeply relatable and thought-provoking read.

'A wonderful, wonderful book'

THE TIMES

'Perfect'

NEW YORK TIMES

'A modern classic'

DAILY MIRROR

'You'd be hard-pressed to find a sharper, sweeter romantic comedy'

INDEPENDENT

'Big, absorbing, smart, fantastically readable'

NICK HORNBY

Twenty years, two people, ONE DAY.

15th July 1988. Emma and Dexter meet for the first time on the night of their graduation. Tomorrow they must go their separate ways.

So where will they be on this one day next year? And the year after that?

And every year that follows?

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 by David Nicholls is praised for its authority in capturing the recent past and the emotional depth of its characters, making them feel as real as close friends. Critics admire the novel's smart, absorbing nature, its astute construction, and its emotional impact, often describing it as brilliantly funny, moving, and the ultimate zeitgeist love story. Many reviewers highlight how difficult it is to put down, feeling deeply affected by the story of Dex and Em.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340896983

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 331g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

David Nicholls is the bestselling author of Starter for Ten, The Understudy, One Day, Us, Sweet Sorrow and You Are Here. One Day was published in 2009 to extraordinary critical acclaim: translated into 40 languages, it became a global bestseller, selling millions of copies worldwide. His fourth novel, Us, was longlisted for the Booker Prize for Fiction.

On screen, David has written adaptations of Far from the Madding Crowd, When Did You Last See Your Father? and Great Expectations, as well as of his own novels, Starter for Ten, One Day and Us. His adaptation of Edward St Aubyn's Patrick Melrose, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, was nominated for an Emmy and won him a BAFTA for best writer. The Netflix adaptation of One Day was executive-produced by David.