The One That Got Away

A perfect, romantic escape and Melissa Pimentel does Jane Austen proud

BookRiot

For lovers of Jane Austen and sweet summer romance novels

RT Book Reviews

Fabulous, romantic and witty. Who doesn't love reading about the trauma of ex-boyfriend dramas - especially at someone else's wedding . . .

Rosie Blake

An easy, breezy read

Daily Mail

A modern retelling of Persuasion, The One That Got Away is a fun, fast read about rediscovering a lost love

PopSugar, Best 2017 Summer Books for Women

A lovely book by Melissa Pimentel that is the perfect easy read!

Hello Magazine

The trend for updating Jane Austen continues with this modern take on Persuasion - split between the past and present, and New York and Northumberland. As New Yorker Ruby flies to the UK for her high-maintenance sister's fantasy castle wedding, facing her lost love is only one of her problems. Frothy and very funny

Sunday Mirror

A smart, funny retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion that's perfect for a poolside read

Red

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

Frank, refreshing . . . such a satisfying read

Stylist

Witty, frank and candid, this book takes the reader on a hilarious tour through the world of modern dating

Heat

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

Melissa's engaging voice and sharp humour lift this above other dating novels

Bella

Laugh-out-loud funny

Elle

Funny and honest this is a refreshing look at the modern dating scene

Essentials

Honest, funny and cringingly relatable

Glamour

Funny, fresh, sassy and totally captured the zeitgeist when it comes to dating. If you loved GIRLS, you'll love this!

Katy Regan

Great fun - a gripping read and very touching

Marian Keyes

Praise for Love by the Book

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