Georgie, All Along: An Uplifting and Unforgettable Love Story

Kate Clayborn

Jan 2023 · Kensington Books

About this ebook

“Perfect for Emily Henry fans. [This] is the love story that proves you can go home again…It’s so rich and wonderful.” – Julia Quinn on The TODAY Show

“A sweet novel that reminds you going back is sometimes the best path forward . . . and that planning is never as rewarding as doing.” —Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author

“Magnetic, witty, and expansive. The world is going to fall hard for this deliciously whimsical and captivating story, and I cannot wait to see it!” —Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis

“Outright perfection!”—Christina Lauren, Kate Clayborn Fanclub Co-Presidents and Authors of The Soulmate Equation

Indie Next Pick| #1 Library Reads Pick | Goodreads Most Anticipated Romances of the Year | Bookish Highly Anticipated Reads | Bookpage Most Highly Anticipated Romance of the Year | Paste Magazine Most Anticipated Romances of the Year | Cosmopolitan UK Best Books of the Month | Bookriot Most Anticipated Books of the Year

The acclaimed author of Love Lettering weaves a wise and witty new novel that echoes with timely questions about love, career, reconciling with the past, and finding your path while knowing your true worth.

Longtime personal assistant Georgie Mulcahy has made a career out of putting others before herself. When an unexpected upheaval sends her away from her hectic job in L.A. and back to her hometown, Georgie must confront an uncomfortable truth: her own wants and needs have always been a disconcertingly blank page.  

But then Georgie comes across a forgotten artifact—a “friendfic” diary she wrote as a teenager, filled with possibilities she once imagined. To an overwhelmed Georgie, the diary’s simple, small-scale ideas are a lifeline—a guidebook for getting started on a new path.  

Georgie’s plans hit a snag when she comes face to face with an unexpected roommate—Levi Fanning, onetime town troublemaker and current town hermit. But this quiet, grouchy man is more than just his reputation, and he offers to help Georgie with her quest. As the two make their way through her wishlist, Georgie begins to realize that what she truly wants might not be in the pages of her diary after all, but right by her side—if only they can both find a way to let go of the pasts that hold them back. 

Honest and deeply emotional, Georgie, All Along is a smart, tender must-read for everyone who’s ever wondered about the life that got away . . .
 
“Absolute perfection—this is the book you are looking for. Georgie All Along is a tour de force, beautifully written and full of charming characters, rich emotion, and delicious spice. With it, Kate Clayborn solidifies her place in romance royalty.” —Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author

“A modern yet timeless love story.”—Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
 
“Tender and sexy…features strong friendships and will appeal to fans of Emily Henry.” —Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

Ratings and reviews

I LOVE this book so much!! I love all the characters & how well their past & present seem to intertwine. I've felt like Georgie when she came back to her hometown after living in LA & I've felt like Levi with his strong sensitivity. I laughed, I cried, & I squealed. The author does an amazing job of bringing you into a raw, brutal moment & then somehow sprinkling in some humor, just to lighten it a bit. I cried along with Evan & Levi on the dock. I cheered when Georgie got protective & defensive for Levi & when she laid it all out there for Olivia. I got emotional when Levi showed up at the Bend since I knew how hard that had to be for him & them....it got even harder. I cried for him, knowing how hard it was to face all of it. For real, this is by far the best book I've read in a long time! As soon as I finished it, I wanted to start reading it all over again. This book won't collect dust on my bookshelf because I'm sure I'll be reading it or sharing it as often as I can.

I don't normally rate books as I respect the effort above all. unfortunately never read any book so dull so far.

Georgie All Along by Kate Clayborn Story starts out with Georgie and she just arrived back home from the west coast where she was an important assistant to a star. Back home she's to help her bestie Bel and the birth of her child. They are able to reminisce about the past and how they got to where they are. The memory book of their teen years is front and center and Georgie wants to finish the pledges and goals she had made. Bel and her plot the things to do.

About the author

Kate Clayborn is an RWA finalist and lives in Virginia, where she's lucky enough to spend her days reading and talking about all kinds of great books. At home she's either writing, thinking about writing, or‐‐during long walks around her fabulous neighborhood—making her handsome husband and sweet‐faced dog listen to her talk about writing.  Kate loves to hear from and connect with readers—follow her on Twitter, on Instagram, and on Facebook. Visit her at www.KateClayborn.com to sign up for her newsletter.