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Name: It’s Complicated
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781529158861
Price: 22.0 NZD
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By Emma Hughes

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It’s Complicated by Emma Hughes is a delightful romance that follows the life of Tori, who is hesitant about online dating but takes a chance on a new app. As she navigates the complexities of finding love in the digital age, unexpected connections and misunderstandings arise, leading to humorous and heartfelt moments that challenge her perceptions of love and relationships. With charming characters and witty dialogue, this novel captures the ups and downs of modern romance.
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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?

You might enjoy this book if you're fond of romance stories that explore the complexities of modern relationships with humour and heart. It follows a protagonist navigating the challenges of love in the digital age, offering both wit and warmth as she balances personal growth with romantic entanglements. Perfect for those who appreciate a blend of sincerity and levity in their romantic reads.

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A smart, perfectly observed and laugh-out-loud funny rom-com about a woman who decides to have a baby with a man she's never met. Perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane and Beth O'Leary.

Dee Jensen's life is about to get complicated...

She's just found out that if she wants to start a family she needs to get on with it - fast. But her almost-definitely boyfriend Nat has almost-definitely just broken up with her.

Could platonic co-parenting - where two friends have a child together with no romantic connection - be the easy answer?

Dee finds herself suggesting the idea to a chef she's just met called Andy. And in the cold light of day he doesn't find it as laughable as she does...

But will feelings surface along the way?

And, in her heart of hearts, does Dee even want a baby?

It's Complicated

'A beautiful ode to finding your place in the world, I related to Dee all too well. Charming, romantic and fresh, It's Complicated will make so very many women feel seen when it comes to the should-I-shouldn't-I baby conundrum of our thirties. Gorgeous.' - Laura Jane Williams

'A fantastic storyteller, and a brilliant observer of modern life - she makes me laugh out loud!' - Daisy Buchanan

'Sharply observed, witty, and brimming with heart, It's Complicated asks readers an age-old question - What's love got to do with it (having a family)?, and answers it with panache.' - Lauren Ho

'I absolutely adored It's Complicated - Emma has such a sharp sense of what makes us human, what irrational sparks make us fall in love, what friendships are made of... I inhaled this book and felt better for it.' - Bethany Rutter

'Full of warmth, wit and a cast of characters that will stay with me for a long time.' - Caroline Khoury

'Warm, kind-hearted and delightfully sharp and witty, this is exactly what I expected from Emma's consistently compelling, charming writing.' - Laura Kay

'Fresh, pacey, surprising, and so intelligently and stylishly written.' - Niamh Hargan

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?

It's Complicated by Emma Hughes is praised for its engaging and witty storytelling. Reviewers appreciate its exploration of modern romance and online dating, with a humorous and relatable take. The characters are well-developed, and the novel successfully balances light-hearted moments with more profound insights into relationships and technology's role in shaping them.

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ISBN: 9781529158861

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Cornerstone)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 245g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Emma Hughes is a freelance journalist who has written for publications including Time Out, the Guardian, Vogue.co.uk, Grazia and ES. An early excerpt from her first novel, No Such Thing As Perfect, was shortlisted for the 2019 Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize. She lives in London.

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