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The One That Got Away

The hilarious retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion

Melissa Pimentel

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Penguin Books Ltd
14 November 2016
A smart, funny and modern retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Lindsey Kelk and Sophie Kinsella

Ruby and Ethan were perfect for each other. Until the day they suddenly weren't.

Ten years later, Ruby's single, having spent the last decade focusing on her demanding career and hectic life in Manhattan. There's barely time for a trip to England for her little sister's wedding. And there's certainly not time to think about seeing Ethan there for the first time in years.

But as the family frantically prepare for the big day, Ruby can't help but wonder if she made the right choice all those years ago? Because there's nothing like a wedding for stirring up the past . . .
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Imprint:   Penguin Books Ltd
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 198mm,  Width: 129mm,  Spine: 21mm
Weight:   245g
ISBN:   9781405923736
ISBN 10:   1405923733
Pages:   352
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Melissa Pimentel grew up in a small town in Massachusetts in a house without cable TV and therefore much of her childhood was spent watching 1970s British comedy on public television. At twenty-two, she made the move to London and has lived there happily for thirteen years, though she has sadly never come across the Ministry of Funny Walks. She spends much of her time reading in the various pubs of Stoke Newington with her husband (everyone thinks they're weird but they don't care) and being awoken in the night by her two squabbling cats, Roger and BoJack. She works in publishing.

Reviews for The One That Got Away: The hilarious retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion

Sometimes there's nothing better than a good love story to get stuck into, but this one is also hilarious and has totally relatable observations of modern life Essentials A smart, funny retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion that's perfect for a poolside read Red Praise for Age, Sex, Location - Great fun - a gripping read and very touching Marian Keyes Funny, fresh, sassy and totally captured the zeitgeist when it comes to dating. If you loved GIRLS, you'll love this! Katy Regan Honest, funny and cringingly relatable Glamour Funny and honest this is a refreshing look at the modern dating scene Essentials Laugh-out-loud funny Elle Melissa's engaging voice and sharp humour lift this above other dating novels Bella A clever premise, wittily delivered in upbeat, wisecracking style. Lauren's encounters provide a colourful snapshot of modern men and dating mores, while her breezy promiscuity makes Bridget Jones look positively nun-like. All good, dirty fun - and there's a great twist to how she gets her guy in the end. American Pimentel writes lyrically of her adopted city, and her insights into the British are as spot-on as they are hilarious Daily Mail Witty, frank and candid, this book takes the reader on a hilarious tour through the world of modern dating Heat Frank, refreshing...such a satisfying read Stylist


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