The Perfect Man

Name: The Perfect Man
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780755343812
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Let the #1 bestselling author take you on a life-changing journey …

By Sheila O'Flanagan

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Summary

In The Perfect Man by Sheila O'Flanagan, the story centers around Sheridan Gray, a romance writer who unexpectedly finds herself hosting a TV show focused on real-life love stories. As she delves into the intricacies of other people's relationships, she begins to examine her own ideals about love and happiness. Through a blend of humour and heart, Sheridan discovers that perfection might just mean accepting life’s beautiful imperfections.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about self-discovery, love, and the intricacies of relationships. It offers a heartfelt exploration of personal growth and the choices we make in pursuit of happiness, all wrapped up in the engaging storytelling style that has become a hallmark of the author's work.

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One sister is a hopeless romantic. The other doesn't believe in love. On a Caribbean cruise, they might both be in for a surprise... An unputdownable novel of faraway places and sunny skies from the author of SUDDENLY SINGLE and MY MOTHER'S SECRET.

Sheila O'Flanagan was a No. 1 Sunday Times paperback bestseller in the UK and a No. 1 Irish Times bestseller in Ireland with her most recent novel, SOMEONE SPECIAL.

Description

A captivating novel about family ties, romance and leaving the past behind - The Perfect Man by No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flangan. A perfect read for fans of Fern Britton and Veronica Henry.

Brit doesn't believe in love. One painful mistake was all it took. So she's as surprised as anyone when her novel The Perfect Man becomes a huge bestseller - how did she manage to write so convincingly about love if she really thinks it's a myth?

Heartbreak has never stopped her sister Mia from being a hopeless romantic. She can't be with the love of her life, but she's never stopped hoping.

They both need to let go of the past to stand a chance of being happy in the future. Could a Caribbean cruise be just what they need to open their hearts?

What readers are saying about The Perfect Man:

'A soul-bearing story. Beautifully written as always. Two very different sisters at similar points in their lives' - Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

'A great read. The characters really came to life and I enjoyed it from start to finish. Excellent!' - Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

'I absolutely loved it - the cover, the writing, the characters - it was all fabulous. It reads like a dream and you could imagine all of the beautiful locations described. I wholly recommend it!' - Amazon reviewer, 5 stars

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Perfect Man by Sheila O'Flanagan is described as a heartfelt and engaging read that fans of the author are likely to enjoy. It's praised for its well-developed characters and vivid settings, offering a delightful escape filled with romance and humour. Reviewers highlight its ability to offer a comforting experience, making it a recommended choice for those seeking an uplifting story.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755343812

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Review

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 332g

Pages: 496

Collections

Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Sheila O'Flanagan

About the Author

Sheila O'Flanagan is the author of many bestselling novels including What Happened That Night, The Missing Wife, My Mother's Secret, If You Were Me, All For You (winner of the Irish Independent Popular Fiction Book of the Year Award) and Bad Behaviour. She worked in finance for several years, but always dreamed of writing fiction, and she is now a full-time writer, with over twenty bestselling titles published. She lives in Dublin with her husband.

www.sheilaoflanagan.com

Twitter @sheilaoflanagan

Facebook.com/sheilabooks

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