This Close to Okay

Name: This Close to Okay
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781538715369
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A Novel

By Leesa Cross-Smith

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Summary

This Close to Okay by Leesa Cross-Smith is a poignant novel centred around a chance meeting between a recently-divorced therapist, Tallie, and Emmett, a man she saves from a bridge. Over a long weekend, they open up to each other, sharing secrets and vulnerabilities, which leads to revelations about healing, connection, and hope. The novel intricately weaves themes of mental health, empathy, and human connection.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that explore emotional healing and the impact of chance encounters. It delves into themes of connection, resilience, and the power of kindness, making it a touching read for those who appreciate character-driven narratives that blend heartache and hope.

This Close to Okay

A powerful, vibrant novel about the life-changing weekend shared between two strangers, from the award-winning writer Roxane Gay calls "a consummate storyteller."?

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On a rainy October night in Kentucky, recently divorced therapist Tallie Clark is on her way home from work when she spots a man precariously standing at the edge of a bridge. Without a second thought, Tallie pulls over and jumps out of the car into the pouring rain. She convinces the man to join her for a cup of coffee, and he eventually agrees to come back to her house, where he finally shares his name: Emmett.

Over the course of the emotionally charged weekend that follows, Tallie makes it her mission to provide a safe space for Emmett, though she hesitates to confess that this is also her day job. What she doesn't realize is that Emmett isn't the only one who needs healing, and they both are harbouring secrets.

Alternating between Tallie and Emmett's perspectives as they inch closer to the truth of what brought Emmett to the bridge's edge—as well as the hard truths Tallie has been grappling with since her marriage ended—This Close to Okay is an uplifting, cathartic story about chance encounters, hope found in unlikely moments, and the subtle magic of human connection.

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This Close to Okay by Leesa Cross-Smith receives praise for navigating complex emotions with tenderness and warmth. The novel is celebrated for its exploration of human connection and healing, offering a mix of heartbreak and hope. The characters' journey is described as a touching, uplifting tale about finding love and support, even in unexpected circumstances. Critics highlight its emotional depth, relatable themes, and the author's engaging storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538715369

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 April 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Grand Central Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 336

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Fiction General Fiction Leesa Cross-Smith Literary Fiction

About the Author

Leesa Cross-Smith is a homemaker and the author of Every Kiss A War, Whiskey & Ribbons, So We Can Glow, and This Close to Okay. She lives in Kentucky with her husband and their two teenagers. Find more at LeesaCrossSmith.com.