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Love Life

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Love Life by Nancy Peach follows the story of Tess Carter, a disillusioned doctor who unexpectedly finds herself working in a hospice. There, she encounters Edward, a charming but terminally ill patient who challenges her cynicism about life and love. Through witty exchanges and heartfelt moments, Tess's journey becomes one of self-discovery and emotional growth, infused with humour and warmth.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate contemporary romance with a blend of humour and heart. It offers a refreshing take on the complexities of love and features quirky characters and engaging dialogue. If you like stories with emotional depth and a touch of wit, this novel may be for you.

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An uplifting and feel-good read perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane and Beth O’Leary!

Recommended on Zoe Ball’s The Radio 2 Book Club!

The new uplifting, poignant and feel good romance fiction novel of the year!

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An uplifting and feel-good read perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane and Beth O’Leary!

Recommended on Zoe Ball’s The Radio 2 Book Club!

‘A heart-warming, life-affirming gem . . . full of wry humour’
Pernille Hughes, bestselling author of Probably the Best Kiss in the World

Dr Tess Carter is no starry-eyed heroine. After all, if your dad left without a backward glance, you wouldn’t believe in romance either. And the voices in Tess’s head – you know, the ones that tell you you’re not good enough, not pretty enough, not clever enough – well, these voices are very loud. Very loud indeed. Especially when the disagreeable son of one of her patients starts challenging her every decision.

Edward Russell might have a big job and a posh voice, but Tess is determined not to let him get to her. And Edward, it turns out, may be less of a grump than he first appears…

In the real world, where gentlemanlike manners and out-of-the-blue declarations of love are a story-book fantasy, it’s up to Tess to decide whose voice to listen to … and how to make her own heard.

‘This is a romcom like no romcom you’ve read before – and all the better for it! I loved every word.’ — Nicola Gill

What readers think of Love Life:

‘I laughed, I cried and then I laughed and cried some more. It was moving, funny, emotional in all the right measures and kept me wanting to read on.’ — Louise

‘Who knew I needed a romcom set in a hospice?! As it turns out this was actually really funny and thoughtful.’ — Clari

‘So many layers of depth that make it a compelling read…I really fell head over heels for this touching story.’ — Ritu

‘My first book by this author and it will not be my last. I would recommend this book for those who are looking for something different in their romance.’ — Ashley

‘One of my favourite reads in a long time…I liked it so much, I immediately began reading it again.’ — Jennifer

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Love Life by Nancy Peach is praised as a heart-warming and life-affirming work, filled with wry humour and valuable insights gleaned from observing families during vulnerable moments.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008496265

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 December 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: One More Chapter

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Nancy Peach is a writer of romantic comedy, a mother of three, an owner of various ridiculous-looking pets, and a practicing GP working for the NHS and a national cancer charity.
She has been longlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize 2020 and shortlisted for the Harper Collins / Gransnet competition 2019. Nancy is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and is represented by Tanera Simons at Darley Anderson.

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