The Messy Lives of Book People

Name: The Messy Lives of Book People
Brand: Harper Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: Phaedra Patrick
ISBN: 9781488213533

Author: Phaedra Patrick

Narrator: Katy Sobey

Unabridged: 9 hr 51 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Harlequin Audio

Published: 05/31/2022

Categories: Fiction, Women, Family Life, Humorous

Synopsis

The house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer's shocking last wish in this delightful new novel from beloved author Phaedra Patrick

Mother of two Liv Green barely scrapes by as a maid to make ends meet, often finding escape in a good book while daydreaming of becoming a writer herself. So she can't believe her luck when she lands a job housekeeping for her personal hero, megabestselling author Essie Starling, a mysterious and intimidating recluse. The last thing Liv expected was to be the only person Essie talks to, which leads to a tenuous friendship.

When Essie passes away suddenly, Liv is astonished to learn that her dying wish was for Liv to complete her final novel. But to do so Liv will have to step into Essie’s shoes. As Liv begins to write, she uncovers secrets from the past that reveal a surprising connection between the two women—one that will change Liv’s own story forever…

Don’t miss Phaedra Patrick’s uplifting new novel, The Little Italian Hotel!

Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick:The Curious Charms of Arthur PepperRise and Shine, Benedict StoneThe Library of Lost and FoundThe Secrets of Love Story Bridge

About Phaedra Patrick

Phaedra Patrick is the bestselling author of several novels, including The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, which has been translated into twenty-five languages worldwide. Her second novel, Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, was made into a Hallmark movie. An award-winning short story writer, she previously studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organizer and communications manager. Phaedra lives in Saddleworth, UK, with her family.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jayme on March 30, 2022

What a fantastic title! What a charming book cover! But, unfortunately it was just an okay read. Perhaps because this book seemed like a cross between “Who is Maud Dixon” by Alexandra Andrews and “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by Taylor Jenkins Reid (which was even mentioned in the book) and bot......more

Goodreads review by Terrie on September 29, 2022

"The Messy Lives of Book People" by Phaedra Patrick is a delightful little respite! Working as a 'house cleaner', forty-two-year-old Olivia Green can't believe her good fortune meeting and being hired by Essie Starling. Liv idolizes Essie, the celebrated author who abruptly disappeared from public vi......more

Goodreads review by Melissa (Semi-hiatus for Work) on January 20, 2023

Were you looking for a rip-off of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo paired with Who Is Maud Dixon?? If so, you've come to the right place. But if you've already read those two books (and especially if you liked them), then you can just go ahead and skip right on by because that's this book in a nuts......more

Goodreads review by Darla on June 09, 2022

Olivia (Liv) Green is no ordinary cleaner. She mixes her own organic solutions. I can just smell the lavender and the lemon. . . One of her clients is a reclusive author named Essie Starling. Liv has been a fan of Essie's heroine Georgia Rory since the first book was published decades ago. While cle......more

Goodreads review by Rae | The Finer Things Club CA on September 27, 2022

Let’s start with good points: Great title! Cute cover! Interesting premise! 42-year-old Liv Green cleans offices and homes for a living, but books are her true passion. She loves to read and to listen to audiobooks, and her favorite client is none other than her favorite author, Essie Starling. Essi......more