Heartbreak Hotel: A Novel - Softcover

Moggach, Deborah

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1468312588 ISBN 13: 9781468312584

Publisher: The Overlook Press, 2016

Synopsis

In her effortlessly winning novels Tulip Fever and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Deborah Moggach charmed readers and critics alike with her generous prose and hilarious dialogue. With Heartbreak Hotel, Moggach has triumphed once again. When retired actor Buffy decides to leave London and move to rural Wales, he has no idea what he is letting himself in for.    In possession of a run-down bed and breakfast that leans more toward the shabby than the chic and is, quite literally, miles from nowhere, Buffy realizes that he needs to fill the beds―and fast. Otherwise, his vision of the pastoral countryside will go up in smoke.  Enter a motley collection of guests: Harold, whose wife has run off with a younger woman; Amy, who’s been unexpectedly dumped by her (not-so) nebbishy boyfriend and Andy, the hypochondriac postman whose girlfriend is much too much for him to handle. But under Buffy’s watchful eye, this disparate group of strangers finds that they have more in common than perhaps they first thought.  A charming romantic comedy that will captivate even the most determined urbanite, Heartbreak Hotel is a supreme entertainment.

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About the Author

Deborah Moggach is the author of many successful novels including Tulip Fever, the recent film adaptation of which stars Alicia Vikander, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, which was made into two very popular movies starring Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Maggie Smith. Her screenplays include the film of Pride and Prejudice, which was nominated for a BAFTA. Her novels include In The Dark, Heartbreak Hotel, and Final Demand.

Review

"The details are hyper-real enough to be memorable—the breakups are sad, the backsides are saggy, and no one looks good for their age—without being bleak. The theme of love at any age is well-worn territory; here, it's worn in all the right places." —Kirkus

"A charming tale of second, even third, chances." —Booklist

"“Courses for Divorces.” That’s the plan in Moggach’s (The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”) latest novel. When thrice-married Russell “Buffy” Buffery leaves London and buys a rundown B&B in the rural village of Knockton, Wales, he targets the niche newly single-traveler market with classes like, “How to Make a Sponge Cake,” and “How to Change a Tire.” However, the eccentric group of guests who show up learn little about practical matters and more about relationships." —New York Post

"I will start this review by declaring how much I adored this book, and Moggach, as both are such a true delight for any reader...Humorous, heartfelt and memorable characters will forever be in the minds of the readers as this book is clearly a masterpiece...I encourage readers to read this book. If possible read all of Moggach's books. Heartbreak Hotel is a wonderful pick-me-up and I promise you will come to love the author as much as I have."—Night Owl Reviews

"Heartbreak Hotel is the first book by Deborah Moggach that I have had the pleasure of reading, and I was pleasantly surprised! The motley crew of characters provided me with no end of entertainment, and the setting was picturesque and quite fun...Heartbreak Hotel was an entertaining read, perfect for enjoying on a relaxing day in the sunshine or at the beach." —The Book Chick

"I recommend this one to anyone looking for a heartwarming, easy read laced with great humor and unlikely friendships." —Many Hats

"Heartbreak Hotel was a cute story. Though I have never read anything by Deborah Moggach I have heard of her and her excellent writing skills. This was a well written story about a B&B that brings some lost people together." —Hyper Ashley

"Heartbreak Hotel was a humorous, touching, fun to read novel sure to appeal to those who loved 'Marigold'." —A Book Worm's World

"I understand from Heartbreak Hotel what makes Moggach so endearing as a writer...What's sweet about this book is the relationships that develop. Moggach's writing is very character-driven. " —Spencer Daily Reporter

About this edition

• Publisher: The Overlook Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1468312588
• ISBN 13: 9781468312584
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304