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The Staycation

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In The Staycation by Cressida McLaughlin, romance blossoms as two individuals, who couldn't be more different, find themselves stuck together on an unexpected journey. The tale unfolds as they navigate life's unexpected surprises, revealing the charm and adventure in everyday moments. Set against a backdrop of charming locales, it explores the theme of finding love in the most unanticipated of situations.
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This heartwarming romance might enchant you if you're drawn to stories of love blossoming in unexpected places. The tale unfolds with engaging characters finding connection and humour during a cosy and charming stay-at-home holiday, making it a delightful escape into romantic escapism.

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The Staycation

Deliciously escapist fiction from the bestselling author of the Cornish Cream Tea series.

the perfect romantic escape with the bestselling author of the Cornish Cream Tea series

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Deliciously escapist fiction from the bestselling author of the Cornish Cream Tea series.

‘A gorgeous, sweep-you-off-your-feet slice of escapism’ RED magazine

‘Unashamedly romantic, funny and touching’ MY WEEKLY

‘A sunny burst of escapist romance’ THE SUN

Travel agent, Hester Monday, has been keeping a secret …

Thanks to her fear of flying, she hasn’t been on a plane in years. Now Hester wants to make a good impression on her newest client, Jake Oakenfield, who was heroically injured saving an old lady, and is now laid up in a luxury hotel.

For Jake, unable to return to New York, binge watching Netflix just won’t do. He wants Hester to invent the ultimate escape and re-create her most magical holidays abroad from the confines of his hotel room.

As their perfect mini-breaks around the globe take on a life of their own, Hester wonders if her world of make-believe is all starting to feel just a little too real…

Everyone loves The Staycation:

‘Gorgeously romantic, escapist fiction’ SOPHIE COUSENS

‘Uplifting, heartwarming and brimming with romance’ CATHY BRAMLEY

‘You're all in for a real treat!’ HELEN FIELDS

‘One of the most enjoyable books I’ve read this year.’ HOLLY MARTIN

‘Sizzingly romantic and utterly compelling, I couldn’t put it down.’ ALEX BROWN

‘Utterly perfect book’ RACHAEL LUCAS

‘Made me melt. Just gorgeous’ JULES WAKE

‘Sweep-you-off-your-feet romantic. You’ve GOT to read this’ ZARA STONELEY

‘Off the charts sexy – I adored this’ KIRSTY GREENWOOD

‘The Staycation is a triumph’ MIRANDA DICKINSON

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Cressida McLaughlin's The Staycation is praised for its warmth, wit, and romantic charm, making it an ideal comfort read. Reviewers highlight its humour, emotional depth, and engaging storytelling, with some describing it as irresistibly delightful and addictive. The characters are well-loved, and the narrative is compared to a comforting treat, offering an escapist reading experience that sparkles with romance and wit.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008518943

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Cressy was born in South East London surrounded by books and with a cat named after Lawrence of Arabia. She studied English at the University of East Anglia and now lives in Norwich with her husband David. Cressy’s favourite things include terrifying ghost stories, lava lamps and romantic heroes, though not necessarily at the same time. She doesn’t (yet) have a dog of her own, but feeds her love vicariously through friends’ pets, and was once chased around a field by a soaking wet, very mischievous Border Collie called Wags. When she isn’t writing, Cressy spends her spare time reading, returning to London or exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline.

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