Way Back to Happy

After five years of an unhappy marriage, 33-year-old Emma is finally free and happy. On a night out with her friends, she meets Finn, and everything seems perfect. But one accident changes everything, and Emma's life is thrown into chaos. With the help of her loved ones, she must find a way back to happy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 11 November 2021
Publisher: Head of Zeus

Sometimes, it's necessary to experience a breakdown in order to begin anew. After enduring a five-year tumultuous marriage, 33-year-old Emma finds herself finally liberated. Her husband has moved out, her son Freddie is forging new connections, and her parents are gradually relinquishing their controlling tendencies. On a joyous night out with her closest friends, Emma encounters a captivating young man named Finn. Young, dimpled, and irresistibly Scottish, Finn introduces a fresh breeze of happiness into Emma's life. Amidst achieving her dream job, stolen moments with Finn, and cherished time with Freddie, Emma experiences unparalleled contentment. However, one unforeseen accident upheaves Emma's world, casting her life into disarray. With the unwavering support of her loved ones, can Emma navigate her way back to the happiness she once knew?

A Way Back to Happy is a heartwarming and captivating new women's fiction novel by debut author Olivia Spooner. It resonates with fans of Lia Louis, Ella Dove, and Eva Woods, offering a delightful reading experience. Readers have fallen in love with this book, praising its emotional depth and engaging storyline. From the very first page, it captivates readers, drawing them in and leaving them smiling, then uttering "oh my gosh!" as they delve into the depths of emotions. The characters are utterly likeable, and the book's narrative keeps readers turning the pages until they reach the final chapter. It's a tale that tugs at the heartstrings, evoking a range of emotions from tightness in the chest to tears in the eyes.

One reviewer on NetGalley exclaimed, "FIVE STARS! I flew through it in two days and hated putting it down. I admittedly stayed up way too much reading when I should have been sleeping. I loved the story, but loved the characters even more. I could almost feel tightness in my own chest and heart, and tears in my own eyes." Another reviewer on Goodreads shared, "Read this book in less than four hours. All I can say is that it was amazing. I didn't want it to end. It moved me. I'm a Hallmark mo." A third reviewer on NetGalley remarked, "A real page-turner! I didn't want it to end. It moved me. I'm a Hallmark mo."

In conclusion, A Way Back to Happy is a must-read book that will touch the hearts of readers. It's a story of resilience, love, and finding happiness in the face of adversity. With its captivating characters, emotional storyline, and uplifting message, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who picks it up.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 130 x 199 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800249486