Wish I Were Here, Melissa Wiesner
Wish I Were Here, Melissa Wiesner
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Wish I Were Here

Author: Melissa Wiesner

Narrator: Helen Laser

Unabridged: 9 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Forever

Published: 10/15/2024


Synopsis

In this witty and charming love story, a buttoned-up math professor is forced to rely on her carefree doorman when her identity mysteriously disappears.

Catherine Lipton carefully calculates everything, and not just because she’s a math professor. She had a chaotic childhood growing up with a free-spirited single dad. So now, from her daily to-dos to her afternoon snacks, Catherine has a plan for it all. But sometimes she wishes she could be someone else, someone with a totally different life. Until suddenly her entire identity—from her Social Security number to her driver’s license to her academic record—mysteriously disappears. There’s no evidence Catherine Lipton ever existed.

With no ID and no other options, Catherine reluctantly accepts help from her exasperatingly laid-back—and infuriatingly attractive—doorman, Luca Morelli. Before long, by-the-books Catherine finds herself bending all the rules with the charismatic Luca—from taking meetings in smoky bars to breaking into hospital record rooms—and having a surprising amount of fun.

As Catherine unravels the truth behind her identity’s disappearance, she may discover that the real Catherine has been missing for a lot longer than she realized.

About Melissa Wiesner

Melissa Wiesner is a night-owl who began writing novels about five years ago when her early-to-bed family retired for the evening. She is the author of Her Family Secret and The Girl in the Picture. Her awards include the 2019 RWA Golden Heart® in the Mainstream Fiction Category. Melissa holds two master's degrees in public health and community agency counseling. Her day job is in social work where she often encounters people knocked down by hard times but who pick themselves up and keep going, just like the characters of her novels. Melissa lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with her charming husband and two adorable children.


Reviews

Goodreads review by eveonne ୨୧ ˚⟡˖ ࣪ on April 08, 2025

4.75⭐️ i was super excited going into this book because i really loved the second chance year by this author!! i really enjoyed this book, it was a cute, lighthearted read and i can’t wait to see what melissa publishes in the future! let's get into the review, shall we? 📨🫧🦜🎡🖋️ wish i were here is a sto......more

Goodreads review by Madison on October 20, 2024

Wish I Were Here by Melissa Wiesner Contemporary romance. Catherine Lipton’s goals are lining up. She’s moved into a nice apartment on her own and she’s interviewing for a university position in the math department that’s on the path to tenure. Sure, there’s a hiccup or two with the doorman who never......more

Goodreads review by kaz ruby 𐙚 ‧₊˚ ⋅ on November 13, 2024

This was the cheesiest book, and I loved every minute of it. <3......more

Goodreads review by Anila on June 10, 2024

I really enjoyed The Second Chance Year and so I was very excited to dive into this ARC. However, this book was not as fun as I thought it would be. None of the comedic moments hit and and I had hard time relating to the FMC. The romance was also very bland. I couldn’t feel the chemistry between Luc......more

Goodreads review by Jenny on August 27, 2024

I found myself pulled into Catherine's universe as soon as I began reading this novel. The messaging was pretty brilliant, and the story was done in such a compelling way. Catherine's problems and anxieties struck a deep chord with me since they were described so vividly that they were nearly tangib......more


Quotes

"A touch of magic and a heap of self-growth animate this sparkling and sophisticated rom-com."—Publishers Weekly, Starred review, on The Second Chance Year

"A swoony romance with a subplot about harassment and sexism in the workplace, Wiesner's latest will resonate with every reader who's wondered, 'What if?'"—Booklist, Starred review, on The Second Chance Year

"Wiesner, a top-notch storyteller, puts a fresh, fun spin on a classic set-up. A self-aware, flawed, quirky heroine--with a strong supporting cast; a slow-burning, opposites-attract romance; and well-drawn scenes that tackle issues of feminism and workplace microaggressions--makes for a delightful seriocomic read that dynamically explores the what-ifs of life."—Shelf Awareness, on The Second Chance Year

"An ambitious woman finding her way in the world and the heart-meltingly caring man who loves her for who she is combine to make this a charming romance."—Library Journal, on The Second Chance Year

"A thoughtful exploration of Sadie's growth as well as the ingrained unfairness of being a woman in a man's world. Sadie is spunky and her outspoken sense of justice is wonderful. Tough themes with a light touch and many winning characters."—Kirkus on The Second Chance Year

"*The* book you need to read before setting your resolutions. "—The Knot, on The Second Chance Year

"The Second Chance Year is a charmingly sweet time-loop romance about a hard yet hope-filled journey to discovering what truly matters in life, embracing your voice, and standing up for what you believe in."—Chloe Liese, author of Two Wrongs Make a Right, on The Second Chance Year

“A sweet, smart, & satisfying romcom that addresses important issues with grace even as the characters make us laugh and fall in love right along with them."—Sophie Sullivan, author of Ten Rules for Faking It, on The Second Chance Year

“A delightful story filled with empowered characters, lovable found family, delicious desserts, and a sweet romance, all sprinkled with a dash of magic. This book warmed my heart like a fresh-out-of-the-oven brownie!”
 —Lauren Kung Jessen, author of Lunar Love, on The Second Chance Year

The Second Chance Year’s hooky premise drew me in right from the start, and kept me turning pages with its hints of magic, found family, and slow-burn yearning for the nerdy dreamboat of a hero. With equal measures sweet and bitter, Wiesner delivers an ultimately empowering journey that’s as satisfying as the protagonist’s mouthwatering pastries.”—Anna E. Collins, author of Love at First Spite, on The Second Chance Year