Someone Like You: A Novel

Science raises questions only love can answer in this novel about a frozen embryo, two families with secrets, and a guy who never planned to fall in love again. Maddie Baxter West is adopted as an embryo and finds out she has a sister she never knew about. Dawson Gages life is destroyed when his best friend London Quinn is killed, and he finds Maddie and brings her to Portland, where the Quinns welcome her into their lives and hearts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 21 January 2021
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Science poses profound inquiries that only love can unravel in this captivating and contemplative novel from the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author of "heart-tugging and emotional" (Romantic Times Book Reviews) life-altering fiction.

One frozen embryo. Two families harboring profound secrets. And a man who never anticipated falling in love again.

Maddie Baxter West's world is irrevocably shattered when she discovers the truth about her existence: she was adopted as an embryo. Her parents had always intended to reveal the truth to her, but the appropriate moment never presented itself. However, fate intervenes when a complete stranger confronts Maddie with the truth, revealing an unexpected twist—she had a sister she never knew about. Betrayed, angry, and confused, Maddie abandons her new job and fiancé, rejects her family's pleas for forgiveness, and relocates to Portland in search of self-discovery.

Dawson Gages' life was irreparably shattered when his best friend, London Quinn, the only girl he ever loved, was tragically killed. In the hospital waiting room, London's mother reveals that London might have had a sibling—a frozen embryo donated decades ago by her and her husband. Determined to find Maddie and bring her to Portland, Dawson encounters Maddie and introduces her to her biological parents, the Quinns. Maddie is welcomed into their lives and hearts with open arms, finding solace in their love and curiosity about London, who bore a striking resemblance to her. Could this be the family and life she was destined to have?

As Maddie embarks on a journey to unravel her identity, Dawson becomes her steadfast companion, offering unwavering support and love. Together, they navigate the complexities of their past and present, seeking answers that will help Maddie find her way home. Through their shared experiences and deep connection, they discover the power of love, forgiveness, and acceptance, and learn that sometimes, the greatest discoveries are made when we embrace the unknown.

In this poignant and heartwarming tale, author Emily Henry weaves a tapestry of emotions, exploring the profound impact of family, friendship, and the search for self-identity. With her signature blend of romance and introspection, Henry transports readers on a journey of self-discovery, reminding us that love has the power to heal, transform, and bring us back to our true selves.

Weight: 264g
Dimension: 139 x 212 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781982104320