About the Author
Emily Henry
ISBN 9780241740613
Rs. 1,438
Penguin Books
Great Big Beautiful Life
Who it's for: Fans of contemporary fiction with mystery and romance elements
In Emily Henry's dazzling new novel, two distinct writers find themselves on a fascinating journey to capture the epic tale of a woman cloaked in mystery. Alice Scott, an eternal optimist yearning for her big break, crosses paths with Hayden Anderson, a brooding Pulitzer Prize winner, on the serene Little Crescent Island. Both are there to write the biography of Margaret Ives—a tragic heiress, former tabloid sensation, and a woman with a scandalous family legacy. As they navigate Margaret’s cryptic storytelling, both writers uncover not just fragments of her past but tangled threads of their own unfolding connection. Why You Should Read This Book 1. Intriguing Plot Twists: Delve into a story filled with unexpected turns that keep you guessing until the very end. 2. Dynamic Character Chemistry: Experience the compelling tension and undeniable pull between two contrasting protagonists. 3. A Blend of Genres: This book masterfully intertwines mystery, tragedy, and romance, offering something for every reader. 4. Captivating Storytelling: Emily Henry’s vivid narrative brings both the scenic Little Crescent Island and its enigmatic characters to life. 5. A Tale Within a Tale: Discover the layered storytelling as the characters unravel Margaret’s life while writing their own intertwined chapters. Prepare yourself for a novel where every perspective changes the story, and every page deepens the intrigue.
Highlights
- Two contrasting writers, an optimist and a Pulitzer winner, collaborate on a biography.
- Set on serene Little Crescent Island, adding atmospheric tension.
- The subject, Margaret Ives, is a tragic heiress with a scandalous family legacy.
- Blends mystery, tragedy, and romance in a layered narrative.
- Explores how storytelling shapes both the subject and the writers.
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Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Alice Scott, an optimistic writer seeking her big break, and Hayden Anderson, a brooding Pulitzer Prize winner.
What is the setting of the book?
The book is set on Little Crescent Island, a serene location where both writers are working on the biography.
Who is Margaret Ives?
Margaret Ives is a tragic heiress, former tabloid sensation, and a woman with a scandalous family legacy. She is the subject of the biography the writers are working on.
What genres does this book blend?
The book masterfully intertwines mystery, tragedy, and romance, offering a blend of genres.
Is there a romantic element between the writers?
Yes, as they work together, they uncover tangled threads of their own unfolding connection, suggesting a developing romance.




