In A New York Minute

Name: In A New York Minute
Brand: Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781529063806
Price: 24.99 NZD
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By Kate Spencer

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In In A New York Minute by Kate Spencer, Franny Doyle endures a series of mishaps on her worst day, including being sacked and a wardrobe malfunction on the subway. A dashing stranger, Hayes Montgomery, comes to her rescue, but their awkward encounter becomes an overnight viral sensation. Despite being complete opposites—Franny is talkative and creative, while Hayes is serious and shy—they keep crossing paths around the city. This romantic comedy explores how fate may still have plans for these subway sweethearts amidst the vibrant backdrop of New York.
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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?

Fans of contemporary romantic comedies like The Flatshare, Our Stop, and One Day in December will enjoy this fresh, witty, and heartfelt story set in New York. Readers who appreciate smart dialogue, relatable characters, and a blend of humour and tenderness are well suited for this novel.

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Kate Spencer’s In a New York Minute is a wonderfully escapist, hilariously funny and joyful New York-set romantic comedy for readers who loved The Flatshare.

Kate Spencer's In a New York Minute is a wonderfully escapist, hilariously funny and joyful New York-set romantic comedy for readers who loved The Flat Share.

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A sparkling delight . . . What a sweet, hilarious treat - Christina Lauren, author of The Soulmate Equation

Their love story has gone viral. But it hasn't even begun . . .

Franny Doyle is having the worst day. She's been sacked, the subway doors ripped her favourite dress to ruins, and now she's flashed her unmentionables to half of lower Manhattan. On the plus side, a dashing stranger came to her rescue with his (Gucci!) suit jacket. On the down side, he can't get away from her fast enough.

Worse yet? Someone posted their (entirely not) meet-cute online. Suddenly Franny and her rescuer, Hayes Montgomery, are the newest social media sensation, and all of New York is shipping #SubwayQTs.

Only Franny and Hayes couldn't be a more disastrous match. She's talkative and creative. He's serious, shy, and all about numbers. Yet somehow, Hayes and Franny keep running into each other. It seems fate isn't done with the subway sweethearts just yet . . .

Kate Spencer's In a New York Minute is a fresh, modern take on romantic comedy for fans of The Flatshare, Our Stop, and One Day in December.

Spencer writes with a wry lilt and a gift for dialogue - Entertainment Weekly

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?

Praised for its warmth and charm, In A New York Minute has been described as a "sparkling delight" with "adorable banter and countless laugh-out-loud moments". Reviewers highlight its heartfelt and hilarious portrayal of romance and friendship, with comparisons to Nora Ephron's work. Entertainment Weekly notes Kate Spencer's "wry lilt and a gift for dialogue," making this rom-com a true delight and a celebration of the city's magic.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529063806

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pan Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Kate Spencer is the co-host of the award-winning podcast Forever35 and author of the memoir The Dead Moms Club. In a New York Minute is her first novel. She writes a bi-monthly column for In Style, and her written work has been published by the Washington Post, Rolling Stone, Esquire, Cosmopolitan, Buzzfeed, and numerous other places. Previously she worked as a senior editor and producer at VH1. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two daughters.

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