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The sparkling new romantic comedy from the author of BEHAVING BADLY and RESCUING ROSE. Sometimes the questions you ask yourself are the hardest ones to answer...Laura Quick's life is as out of control as her mop of unruly curls. With her shabby-chic flat on Portobello Road - complete with psychic neighbour - and her work for a chaotic TV company, Laura is anything but conventional. So she's the most unlikely candidate to present a quirky new quiz show. But her boss, Tom, see that her quickwittedness and her knack for general knowledge makes her the ideal choice. It's the chance of a lifetime - and when old flame Luke turns up out of the blue, Laura's sisters think also it's time for Laura to move on and lay to rest the memory of her husband, Nick. But dating Luke again is a step back in time - and spells trouble. Luke is every bit as attractive as when he broke her heart. His wit and charm - not to mention his talent for trivia - captivate her once again. But this time around he's got a 6-year-old daughter in tow - as well as an ex-wife whose behaviour is less than charming. As Laura questions whether to gamble everything on a past love, she must also face up to the unexpected truth about Nick and the life she thought she once knew!
Laura Quick finds her chaotic life further complicated when a career opportunity coincides with the reappearance of a former lover and the surfacing of secrets regarding her late husband. Laura navigates the pressures of a new television presenting role while managing the unpredictable dynamics of her personal life. She must contend with the reappearance of Luke, an old flame whose presence threatens to disrupt her emotional stability, and the complex reality of his existing family obligations. The narrative follows Laura as she attempts to reconcile her past memories with the demands of her present, ultimately forcing her to re-evaluate the truth behind her previous marriage.
This novel presents a lighthearted yet emotionally grounded look at the complexities of modern relationships and the difficulty of letting go of the past. The narrative style emphasizes the protagonist's wit and the humorous, often messy nature of her daily interactions. Readers likely appreciate the balance between the comedic elements of the television industry setting and the more serious undertones regarding the protagonist's history. The story suggests a focus on personal growth and the necessity of confronting hidden truths to achieve genuine closure. The work fits well within the genre of contemporary romantic comedy, offering a character-driven exploration of love and self-discovery.
Page Count:
400
Publication Date:
2005-01-01
Publisher:
Harpercollins
ISBN-10:
000717828X
ISBN-13:
9780007178285
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