Mistakes and Other Lovers

Name: Mistakes and Other Lovers
Brand: Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781761263736
Price: 37.99 NZD
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By Amy Lovat

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Mistakes and Other Lovers follows El O'Reilly, a young woman whose life is marked by a series of impulsive decisions and emotional upheavals. From falling for a charismatic youth pastor while engaged to someone else, to breaking off her engagement, walking away from family, and abandoning university with no clear plan, El's journey is turbulent. When Mace, the youth pastor, proposes to another, El must confront her shattered world and decide whether to return to familiar comforts, win back Mace, or chart a new, uncertain course. The novel explores the challenges of early adulthood, the unpredictability of love, and the idea that mistakes might be the most valuable lessons.
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This novel is ideal for readers who appreciate contemporary coming-of-age stories that delve into emotional complexity and the messiness of young love. Fans of character-driven general fiction focusing on personal growth and the turbulence of early adulthood will find this book engaging.

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Description

El O'Reilly is exceptionally good at making mistakes. Mistakes like: -falling in love with the charismatic youth pastor, Mace, while engaged to her high school boyfriend -breaking up with her fiancé the night before Valentine's Day -walking out on her family -dropping out of uni with no plan B -ghosting her old friends -kissing her new friends -sleepless nights with beers and bongs and boys and girls. But when Mace proposes to someone else, El's world finally breaks. Will she go back to the safe love she's always known, will Mace realise that she's the one, or will El forge her own path into the unknown? Mistakes and Other Lovers explores the pressure, pain and freedom of being on the cusp of adulthood and realising things aren't what you thought they'd be. That disappointing the people you love (and yourself) is inevitable. That making mistakes might be the best thing you've ever done. PRAISE FOR MISTAKES AND OTHER LOVERS 'Mistakes and Other Lovers heralds a bold new voice in Australian fiction. With a sharply-observed exploration of the anxieties and freedoms that come when seeking both selfhood and adulthood, Amy Lovat is one to watch.' Hannah Kent 'Amy Lovat is a captivating, evocative and stunning writer. Mistakes and Other Lovers is a spectacular debut with richly painted characters who delight and debauch in the messiness of love and youth.' Sally Hepworth 'Amy Lovat's writing is unflinching, vivid and pulsing with energy and desire. Reading her is like settling in for a juicy chat with your funniest, raunchiest, messiest friend.' Emily Maguire

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Praised by notable authors, Mistakes and Other Lovers is recognised for its vivid, sharp exploration of youth and identity. Hannah Kent hails Amy Lovat as a bold new voice in Australian fiction, highlighting its keen observations on the anxieties and freedoms of transitioning to adulthood. Sally Hepworth commends the richly drawn characters who navigate the complexities of love and youth, while Emily Maguire likens the narrative to a candid chat with a lively and messy friend.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761263736

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 July 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Macmillan Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 425g

Pages: 336

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Amy Lovat Contemporary Romance Fiction General Fiction Romance

About the Author

Amy Lovat is a writer, editor and the founder of Secret Book Stuff. She has a PhD in English and Writing from the University of Newcastle and lives with her partner Laura, two dogs, a bird and thousands of books in Gadigal Country, Sydney.

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