The Burnout

The Burnout by Sophie Kinsella, published by Penguin Books in June 2024, is a humorous and relatable exploration of modern life’s pressures. This edition spans 383 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Sasha, who is overwhelmed by her demanding work, neglected friendships, and a nonexistent love life. Seeking solace, she returns to a childhood resort in Devon, only to find herself sharing the beach with Finn, a man whose burnout remedies clash with her own.
Readers will find a blend of humor and romance as Sasha and Finn navigate their differences while uncovering a mystery that brings them closer together. The narrative touches on themes of self-discovery and the quest for balance, all set against a backdrop of comedic situations. With elements of romantic comedy and coming-of-age, this book offers an engaging look at the challenges of burnout and the unexpected connections that can arise in the most unlikely circumstances.
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‘Hilarious, sparky and joyful – just the book you need if you’re desperate for a break’ BETH O’LEARY’Funny, sad, relatable, and so brilliantly done. Sophie Kinsella is the queen of romantic comedy’ JOJO MOYES’Funny, feelgood, touching and full of the bittersweet, incisive wit that puts every Sophie Kinsella novel in a league of its own. I could not have loved it more.’ LISA JEWELLThe irresistible new romantic comedy and instant Sunday Times bestseller.Discover the joy that awaits when you set yourself free…Sasha is well and truly over it all: work (all-consuming), friendships (on the back burner), sex-life (non-existent).Armed with good intentions to drink kale smoothies, try yoga and find solitude, she heads to the Devon resort she loved as a child. But it’s off-season, the hotel is falling apart and she has to share the beach with a grumpy, stressed-out guy called Finn. How can she commune with nature when he’s sitting on a rock, watching her suspiciously? Especially when they don’t agree on burnout cures. (Sasha: manifesting, wild swimming, secret Mars bars; Finn: drinking whisky.)But when curious messages start appearing on the beach, Sasha and Finn are forced to begin talking – about everything. What’s the mystery? Why are they both burned out? And what exactly is ‘manifesting’, anyway?They might discover that they have more in common than they think. . .****’Such a hilarious, joyous, life-affirming book; I never wanted it to end’ JENNY COLGAN’An absolute joy. . . wickedly funny and blissfully romantic’ Sunday Express ‘A gorgeous, feelgood gem. 5 stars’ Sun’Uplifting and full of laugh-out-loud moments! Loved it!’ HEIDI SWAIN'[A] gorgeous, escapist read’ Good HousekeepingREADERS LOVE THE BURNOUT***** Exactly what I need when the world seems upside down. ***** This book is perfect.***** I’m still in a cloud of deliciousness.***** A great, feel-good Sophie Kinsella knock-out.
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