Publishers Weekly
★ 03/11/2019
Lewis’s rich, memorable novel explores how the sudden diagnosis of a dire medical condition affects a young woman both physically and emotionally. Vivi Shager, 27, is a successful attorney in London with a beautiful flat, a handsome boyfriend, and a job that allows her to travel the world. Then she suddenly collapses at her birthday lunch. She awakens in a hospital, learning that she suffered cardiac arrests. Without a new heart, Vivi could die within a year. She moves home to Kesterly to live with her mother, frustrated by her lack of independence and her mother’s refusal to reveal the name of her biological father. With the help of her lifelong best friend, her 19-year-old brother, her stepfather, and her mother, Vivi learns to accept the new normal of her life. When Vivi meets Josh Raynor, a local veterinarian, the attraction between them is undeniable but complicated by her medical condition and some family secrets . Lewis amazingly transforms Vivi from a carefree, somewhat self-absorbed young woman into a selfless person willing to put others’ needs first. Lyrical and highly emotional, Lewis’s tearjerker will appeal to fans of poignant, heartfelt novels. (June)
From the Publisher
Susan Lewis has a gift for telling warm family stories that also take you by surprise. One Minute Later will make you savor every second.” — Jane Corry, bestselling author of My Husband’s Wife
“One Minute Later is an absorbing look at a young woman’s journey from health and good fortune to a life she never imagined. This page-turner challenges readers to evaluate their own lives and choices, and what really matters most.” — Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author of A Family of Strangers
“[R]ich, memorable...Lyrical and highly emotional, Lewis’s tearjerker will appeal to fans of poignant, heartfelt novels.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Susan Lewis’ suspenseful page-turner, One Minute Later, is full of twists and turns.” — Popsugar
“A master storyteller.” — Diane Chamberlain
“A real page-turner.” — Kirkus Reviews on Too Close to Home
“Unputdownable . . . a compelling blend of family dynamics, courtroom drama, and a love story.” — Booklist on Don’t Let Me Go
“[A] moving and piquantly beautiful novel of friendship, family and the power of love.” — The Gazette (UK) on Never Say Goodbye
“This emotionally charged story keeps you at the edge of your seat.” — RT Book Reviews on Behind Closed Doors
“Powerful.” — Fresh Fiction on No Place to Hide
Fresh Fiction on No Place to Hide
Powerful.
Booklist on Don’t Let Me Go
Unputdownable . . . a compelling blend of family dynamics, courtroom drama, and a love story.
Jane Corry
Susan Lewis has a gift for telling warm family stories that also take you by surprise. One Minute Later will make you savor every second.
Popsugar
Susan Lewis’ suspenseful page-turner, One Minute Later, is full of twists and turns.
Diane Chamberlain
A master storyteller.
The Gazette (UK) on Never Say Goodbye
[A] moving and piquantly beautiful novel of friendship, family and the power of love.
Emilie Richards
One Minute Later is an absorbing look at a young woman’s journey from health and good fortune to a life she never imagined. This page-turner challenges readers to evaluate their own lives and choices, and what really matters most.
RT Book Reviews on Behind Closed Doors
This emotionally charged story keeps you at the edge of your seat.
Fresh Fiction
Powerful.
RT Book Reviews
This emotionally charged story keeps you at the edge of your seat.
Gazette (UK)
[A] moving and piquantly beautiful novel of friendship, family and the power of love.
Booklist
Unputdownable . . . a compelling blend of family dynamics, courtroom drama, and a love story.
