Items related to Expectation A Novel
Also available a library hardcover edition
In this sharply observed novel set in and around London, three college friends, now in their thirties, must come to terms with the gap between the lives they imagined for themselves and reality in the face of marriage, fertility struggles, and loss.
In her first year of motherhood after an unplanned pregnancy, Cate is constantly exhausted, spiraling into self-doubt and postpartum anxiety. Her husband Sam seems oblivious, but maybe she’d prefer he remain in the dark. How can she admit the unthinkable—that she misses her freedom?
In contrast, Hannah continues to endure round after round of unsuccessful IVF treatments. The process is taking its toll on her physically and emotionally—and, she worries, creating distance between her and her husband Nathan. She is godmother to Cate’s son, but every time they get together, it’s a trigger.
Beautiful and unattached, Lissa is re-evaluating what it means to be an actress in her thirties. While she fiercely resists convention, she’s also lonely. A chance encounter in the British Library with Nathan has her wondering if she missed her best chance at love when she introduced him to Hannah.
As each woman longs for what the others seemingly possess, will their bonds of friendship sustain them in this liminal phase of their lives—or will their envy and desire tear them apart?
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
“Devastatingly perceptive and emotionally wise.” (The Guardian)
“A Sally Rooney-esque, evocative examination of the nature of female friendship” (i Magazine)
“A generation-defining book, honest and relatable on motherhood, ambition and sex. Like Normal People with female friendship under the microscope.” (Erin Kelly, Sunday Times Bestselling novelist)
“Hope’s writing is sublime and her characters so well fleshed out they will feel like friends at the end.” (Good Housekeeping, UK)
“Perceptive, fresh and full of heart, this is the novel about female friendship that absolutely encapsulates what it is to be a young woman today.” (Grazia Magazine)
“‘Expectation has defied all my expectations and completely redefined the friendship novel.” (Red online)
“A Sally Rooney-esque, evocative examination of the nature of female friendship” (i Magazine)
“A generation-defining book, honest and relatable on motherhood, ambition and sex. Like Normal People with female friendship under the microscope.” (Erin Kelly, Sunday Times Bestselling novelist)
“Hope’s writing is sublime and her characters so well fleshed out they will feel like friends at the end.” (Good Housekeeping, UK)
“Perceptive, fresh and full of heart, this is the novel about female friendship that absolutely encapsulates what it is to be a young woman today.” (Grazia Magazine)
“‘Expectation has defied all my expectations and completely redefined the friendship novel.” (Red online)
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPerennial
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 0062956078
- ISBN 13 9780062956071
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages384
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 7.56
Shipping:
US$ 4.25
From Canada to U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Expectation
Published by
HarperCollins Publisher
(2020)
ISBN 10: 0062956078
ISBN 13: 9780062956071
New
Paperback
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Paperback. Publisher overstock, may contain remainder mark on edge. Seller Inventory # 9780062956071B
Buy New
US$ 7.56
Convert currency
Seller Image
Expectation: A Novel by Hope, Anna [Paperback ]
Published by
Harper Perennial
(2020)
ISBN 10: 0062956078
ISBN 13: 9780062956071
New
Soft Cover
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9780062956071
Buy New
US$ 14.08
Convert currency
Stock Image
Expectation A Novel
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 0.61. Seller Inventory # bk0062956078xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
US$ 16.57
Convert currency
Stock Image
Expectation A Novel
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published 0.61. Seller Inventory # 353-0062956078-new
Buy New
US$ 16.57
Convert currency
Seller Image
Buy New
US$ 13.96
Convert currency
Stock Image
Expectation Format: TradePB
Published by
Harper Collins Publishers
ISBN 10: 0062956078
ISBN 13: 9780062956071
New
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9780062956071
Buy New
US$ 12.76
Convert currency
Seller Image
Expectation (Paperback or Softback)
Published by
Harper Perennial 4/14/2020
(2020)
ISBN 10: 0062956078
ISBN 13: 9780062956071
New
Paperback or Softback
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Expectation 0.6. Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9780062956071
Buy New
US$ 18.53
Convert currency
Seller Image
Expectation (Paperback)
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers Inc, New York
(2020)
ISBN 10: 0062956078
ISBN 13: 9780062956071
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A Skimm Reads Pick"The female friendships here are ones we'll all recognize, and in seeing myself in each of these women - their good moments and their bad - I felt implicated in their stories, and in this book. It's an outstanding novel."-- Mary Beth Keane, New York Times bestselling author of Ask Again, YesIn this sharply observed novel set in and around London, three college friends, now in their thirties, must come to terms with the gap between the lives they imagined for themselves and reality in the face of marriage, fertility struggles, and loss.In her first year of motherhood after an unplanned pregnancy, Cate is constantly exhausted, spiraling into self-doubt and postpartum anxiety. Her husband Sam seems oblivious, but maybe she'd prefer he remain in the dark. How can she admit the unthinkable--that she misses her freedom?In contrast, Hannah continues to endure round after round of unsuccessful IVF treatments. The process is taking its toll on her physically and emotionally--and, she worries, creating distance between her and her husband Nathan. She is godmother to Cate's son, but every time they get together, it's a trigger.Beautiful and unattached, Lissa is re-evaluating what it means to be an actress in her thirties. While she fiercely resists convention, she's lonely. A chance encounter in the British Library with Nathan has her wondering if she missed her best chance at love when she introduced him to Hannah.As each woman longs for what the others seemingly possess, will their bonds of friendship sustain them in this liminal phase of their lives--or will their envy and desire tear them apart? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780062956071
Buy New
US$ 19.49
Convert currency
Stock Image
Expectation A Novel
Published by
Perennial
(2020)
ISBN 10: 0062956078
ISBN 13: 9780062956071
New
Softcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9780062956071
Buy New
US$ 21.00
Convert currency
Stock Image
Expectation A Novel
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. . Seller Inventory # 52GZZZ00CU61_ns
Buy New
US$ 22.31
Convert currency