The Love of My Here: A Delightful Romantic Comedy Soars to New HeightsThe Love of My Here: A Delightful Romantic Comedy Soars to New Heights Amidst the bustling newsroom of Good Morning America, a literary gem was revealed: Kirsty Groenhout’s “The Love of My Here” was crowned the July Book Club Pick. This hilarious and heartwarming romantic comedy follows a recently deceased woman who crosses paths with her soulmate in the enigmatic waiting room of the afterlife. A celestial twist of fate grants her a second chance at life and love – but only if she can track down her beloved on Earth and secure a kiss within ten fleeting days. Beneath the laughter and witty banter, Groenhout weaves poignant threads of loneliness, grief, and self-discovery. With remarkable skill, she portrays the challenges of forging friendships as adults, breaking free from ingrained patterns, and embracing the courage to lead an authentic life. Berkley Executive Editor Jen Monroe was captivated by the novel’s unique blend of high-concept imagination and relatable characters. Monroe praised Groenhout for her exceptional world-building and the care she bestowed upon her characters’ aspirations and dreams. The literary community has hailed “The Love of My Here” with resounding acclaim. Bestselling authors Ashley Poston, Carley Fortune, and Colleen Hoover have all expressed their adoration for this charming tale. A recent review in “She” enthused, “Groenhout’s ‘The Love of My Here’ borrows a slice from ‘The Good Place’ to craft a cheeky romantic comedy ablaze with wit and laughter.” Watch Kirsty Groenhout engage in an illuminating conversation with the GMA team on their website. For an immersive auditory experience, listen to an excerpt of the audiobook, expertly narrated by Sofia Oxenham, on YouTube.
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Kirsty Groenhout‘s hilarious and touching romantic comedy THE LOVE OF MY HERE (Berkley) was announced yesterday, July 2, as Good Morning America’s July Book Club Pick!
Bought at heated auctions around the world, THE LOVE OF MY HERE follows a recently deceased woman who meets “the one” in the waiting room of the afterlife. She gets a second chance at life and love if she can find him back on earth and convince him to kiss her before the 10 days are up.
Kirsty Greenwood c Antalya van Preussen
Greenwood writes a romance that feels at times ambitious and completely relatable. It’s one of the many reasons Berkley Executive Editor Jen Monroe fell in love with the novel. “Kirsty really nailed the high-concept, painful romance and the world-building that goes with it, but she also put so much care into her characters and their hopes and dreams.”
Greenwood skillfully weaves themes of loneliness, grief, and self-discovery into a romantic comedy full of hilarious moments. He explores the unique challenges of making friends as an adult, breaking lifelong patterns, and facing deep-seated fears to find the courage to live a life that is unapologetically loud.
Poised to be the breakthrough success of summer 2024, THE LOVE OF MY HERE is already beloved by bestselling authors Ashley Poston, Carley Fortune, and Colleen Hoover. A recent review by She cheers, “Kirsty Greenwood’s THE LOVE OF MY HERE takes a piece out The right place to create a cheeky romantic comedy full of light and laughter.”
Watch Kirsty Greenwood’s conversation with the GMA team here:
Listen to an excerpt here:
Posted: July 3, 2024
