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Second First Impressions

by the author of TikTok phenomenon THE HATING GAME
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Second First Impressions by Sally Thorne is a light-hearted romantic comedy set in a care home for wealthy elderly residents. The story revolves around Ruthie Midona, a deeply introverted young woman dedicated to her job, who crosses paths with Teddy Prescott, the charming and carefree son of her boss. As they are forced into unlikely circumstances together, their interactions lead to unexpected discoveries about themselves and each other, igniting a refreshing narrative of personal growth and love.
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You might enjoy this romantic tale if you love stories about unexpected love and personal growth with a touch of humour. The story blends quirky characters, witty dialogue, and the charm of finding love when you least expect it, making it a delightful read for fans of feel-good fiction.

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Second First Impressions

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From the bestselling Australian author of The Hating Game, now a major motion picture, comes the clever, funny, and unforgettable story of a muscular, tattooed man hired as an assistant to two elderly women - under the watchful eye of a beautiful young retirement home manager.

I inhaled Second First Impressions - I had to force myself to slow down because I didn't want it to end. It's a truly adorable, heart-warming, swoon-worthy love story. A book hasn't given me the warm-fuzzies like this for a very long time. Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare

Ruthie Midona is twenty-four (going on ninety-four) and fully committed to her job at a luxury retirement village. Keeping herself busy caring for the eccentric residents means that Ruthie can safely ignore her own life - what little there is of it. Teddy Prescott is practically allergic to a hard day's work. When he rocks up as the retirement village's newest employee, Ruthie is less than impressed. The last thing she needs is a distraction as irritating (and handsome) as this selfish rich kid.

Lucky for Ruthie, her favourite pair of mischievous residents need a new assistant to torture... so she hands over Teddy, ready for them to send him running. Except Teddy may be about to surprise her - not just by surviving the older women's antics, but by charming Ruthie so much, she starts to remember that there's more to life than work... Could Teddy be far more than simply an unwelcome distraction?

The warmest, coziest, sweetest book of the year, an absolutely perfect blend of humour and heart. Emily Henry, author of Beach Read

A hilarious and cute romcom set in a retirement village with the quirkiest, most likeable heroine ever. Allie Reynolds

After a sweet, funny and heartwarming love story, then look no further. Fiona Palmer

The definition of a feel-good romance. This story and these characters will grow on you until Ruthie and Teddy are wrapped around your heart. Herald Sun

An addictive romance filled with deep feeling, crackling attraction and cackling laughs... will have your heart squeezing and soaring from beginning to end. The Washington Post

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Second First Impressions by Sally Thorne is praised for its charming and heartwarming narrative. Many reviewers appreciate the unique characters and chemistry between the protagonists, often highlighting Thorne's engaging writing style. While some note the plot's predictability, the overall enjoyment and light-heartedness are frequently mentioned as strengths.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733648878

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Sally Thorne is the USA Today-bestselling Australian author of The Hating Game. Her debut novel sold in over twenty-five countries and is now a major motion picture. The Hating Game was named in the top 20 romance novels of 2016 by the Washington Post and was a top ten finalist in the Goodreads Choice Awards romance category. Sally's much-anticipated second novel, 99 Percent Mine, debuted on the USA Today bestseller list and was featured by Goodreads as one of the top 28 hit books for the first half of 2019. Second First Impressions was her third bestselling novel. Sally Thorne lives in Canberra, Australia and spends her days writing, reading, drinking cups of tea and obeying the every whim of Delia the Pug. She lives with her husband in a house filled with vintage toys, too many cushions and a haunted dollhouse.

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