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My One True North
the Top Five Sunday Times bestseller – discover the magic of Milly
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Milly Johnson writes warm, funny and poignant novels about the universal issues of friendship, family, love, good food and that little bit of magic in life that sometimes visits the unsuspecting. A perennial Sunday Times bestseller, her readership is growing significantly with every new book.
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A gorgeous read full of hope, warmth and heartfelt emotion from the Sunday Times bestselling author
‘The feeling you get when you read a Milly Johnson book should be bottled and made available on the NHS’ - Debbie Johnson
Laurie and Pete should never have met. But fate has pushed them together for a reason.
Six months ago, on the same night, Laurie and Pete both lost their partners. Struggling to manage the grief, they join the same counselling group – and meet each other.
From their sadness, Pete and Laurie find happiness growing and they sense a fresh new beginning. Except, the more they talk, the more they begin to spot the strange parallels in their stories. Then Pete discovers a truth that changes everything.
But, as surely as a compass points north, some people cannot be kept apart.
My One True North is a story of friendship and what love means, of secrets uncovered, teashops on corners and the northern lights.
Praise for My One True North:
'Funny, poignant and so uplifting' - Sun
'Reading a Milly Johnson book is like spending time with a best friend - you always end up feeling better about the world. Written with genuine warmth and heart, they're an absolute treat' - Lucy Diamond
'A heartfelt novel from one of our favourite authors' - Bella
'A heart-warming and engaging read' - Woman's Weekly
'Johnson is in a league of her own in the genre…an uplifting story unfolding from hard times, all succinctly nailed with emotional honesty in absorbing prose' - The Lady
'A heartfelt and emotional story . . . It's another wonderful feel-good read from a talented author' - Daily Express
'Milly Johnson brings her trademark warmth, humour and compassion to this tale of love, fate, second chances and the importance of giving your heart time to heal. The perfect read for a rainy day spent under a blanket' - Culturefly, 8 of the Best New Books To Read This March
'If your March reading list is all about warmth and cosiness, then Milly Johnson’s latest novel should be top of your reading pile. From the writer of The Magnificent Mrs Mayhew (which is fabulous, by the way) My One True North is full of the heartfelt optimism we need at this time of year' - Yahoo Book of the Month
'A dazzling, contemporary masterpiece, full of heart, soul and humour' - Lancashire Evening Post
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Milly Johnson's latest novel showcases her renowned warmth, humour, and emotional depth. Praised for its heart-warming and engaging narrative, it delves into love, fate, and second chances. It's described as a feel-good read, especially perfect for cosy, rainy days, and is considered a masterpiece in the feel-good fiction genre.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781471178528
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 23 July 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 496
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About the Author
Milly Johnson was born, raised and still lives in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. A Sunday Times bestseller, she is one of the Top 10 Female Fiction authors in the UK, and has sold millions of copies of her books sold across the world. Same Time Next Week is her twenty-second novel. Milly’s writing highlights the importance of community spirit and the magic of kindness. Her books inspire and uplift but she packs a punch and never shies away from the hard realities of life and the complexities of relationships in her stories. Her books champion women, their strength and resilience, and celebrate love, friendship and the possibility and joy of second chances and renaissances. She writes stories about ordinary women and the extraordinary things that happen in their ordinary lives.
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