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Mistakes Were Made

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Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner is a captivating romance that explores the complexities of relationships sparked unexpectedly. It features a whirlwind affair that begins during a chance encounter and unfolds with emotionally charged and humorous moments. As the characters navigate misunderstandings and growth, the story offers an engaging look at love, personal discovery, and timing.
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You might enjoy this book if you love steamy, complex romances with a touch of humour and deep emotional connections. It explores themes of love, friendship, and the beautifully messy nature of relationships, making it a compelling choice for anyone interested in contemporary love stories with strong, relatable characters.

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From the critically acclaimed author of Something To Talk About comes a sharp and sexy rom-com about a college senior who accidentally hooks up with her best friend's mom.

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The good news: she likes someone.

The bad news: it's her best friend's mum.

From the critically acclaimed author of Something To Talk About comes a sharp and sexy rom-com about a college senior who accidentally hooks up with her best friend's mom.

When college senior, Cassie, spends her Friday evening at an off-campus bar, she isn't looking for a hook-up - it just happens. Buying a drink for a stranger turns into what should be an uncomplicated, amazing one-night stand. But then the next morning rolls around and her friend drags her along to meet her mum . . . who turns out to be the hot, older woman Cassie just slept with.

Erin was meant to spend the weekend getting closer to her daughter, not having a one-night stand. But despite her better judgement - how could sleeping with your daughter's friend be anything but bad? - Erin and Cassie get along in the day just as well as they did last night.

What should have been a one-time fling quickly proves impossible to ignore, and soon Cassie and Erin are sneaking around. Worst of all, they start to realise they might really have something real. But is being honest about the love between them worth the cost?

Why readers love Mistakes Were Made . . .

'A vibrant, intoxicating romance' Ashley Herring Blake

'Sexy and compelling, reading it is like being in on the most tantalising secret' Dahlia Adler

'Both undeniably sexy and incredibly sweet. The story overflows with warmth, friendship and humour' Olivia Dade

'Deeply sweet: a story of how love can, and should, transcend societal expectations' Anita Kelly

'You'll fall in love while rooting for this sexy, forbidden, and adorable love story' Denise Williams

'Kick[s] off with a hook-up that'll have you fanning your face for days' Buzzfeed, '26 Highly Anticipated LGBTQ+ Romance Novels Releasing In 2022'

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The book, Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner, is praised for its engaging blend of humour, heart, and romance. It offers a vibrant, intoxicating love story that is both sexy and deeply sweet, challenging societal norms and expectations. The novel captures the exhilarating confusion of different life stages and rewards readers with warmth, friendship, and a deeply satisfying happy ending.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349434087

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Piatkus Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 245g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Meryl Wilsner writes stories about queer women falling in love. Born in Michigan, Meryl lived in Portland, Oregon and Jackson, Mississippi before recently returning to the Mitten State. Some of Meryl's favorite things include: all four seasons, button down shirts, the way giraffes run, and their wife.

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