Just Like Magic

Name: Just Like Magic
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780349435343
Price: 27.99 NZD
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By Sarah Hogle

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Summary

Just Like Magic by Sarah Hogle is a heartwarming romance about a woman named Bettie Hughes, who finds herself down on her luck during the holiday season. In a surprising turn of events, she accidentally summons a holiday spirit through an audio recording, leading to unexpected adventures filled with whimsy, self-discovery, and the possibility of new romance. It's a charming tale about finding joy and magic in the most unexpected places.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of whimsical romance with a touch of holiday magic, where unexpected relationships develop in humorous and heartwarming ways. The story blends comedy and fantasy, making it a delightful read for those who appreciate holiday tales filled with love and laughter.

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Description

From the author of TikTok favourite, You Deserve Each Other, comes a charmingly festive romcom!

Bettie Hughes once knew the comfort of luxury before she lost all her money. Long obsessed with her public image, Bettie boasts an extravagant lifestyle on social media, but in reality, she's broke, and her family has no idea.

Christmas, with all its pressure to meet familial expectations, is looming when Bettie plays a vinyl record of 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' backward and accidentally conjures up Hall, the Holiday Spirit, in the form of a charming and handsome man. Once the shock wears off, Bettie knows she's stumbled upon the greatest gift: a chance to make all her holiday wishes come true, plus a ready-made fiancé.

But as some of Bettie's wishes lose their charm, she finds herself thrown off-kilter by Hall's sweet nature. Suddenly, grumpy Bettie is finding her heart merry and light. But the happier she gets, the shorter Hall's time on earth grows. Can Bettie channel the Christmas spirit and learn to live with goodwill toward all men? Or will her selfish ways return as soon as the holidays are over?

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Just Like Magic by Sarah Hogle has received glowing reviews, praised for its humour, chaotic charm, and heartwarming romance. The book features an unlikely heroine and hero, who readers come to root for. Critics highlight its laughter-inducing scenes and potential to become a Christmas classic, emphasising the joy and emotional depth it delivers through its festive, magical narrative.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349435343

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Piatkus Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Sarah Hogle is a mom of three who enjoys trashy TV and provoking her husband for attention. Her dream is to live in a falling-apart castle in a forest that is probably cursed. She is also the author of You Deserve Each Other and Twice Shy.

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