Lucky by Marissa Stapley (English) Paperback Book

Description: Lucky by Marissa Stapley, Soneela Nankani "Simon & Schuster Canada edition December 2021." FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description REESES BOOK CLUB PICK NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A thrilling roller-coaster ride about a heist gone terribly wrong, with a plucky protagonist who will win readers hearts. What if you had the winning ticket that would change your life forever, but you couldnt cash it in? Lucky Armstrong is a tough, talented grifter who has just pulled off a million-dollar heist with her boyfriend, Cary. Shes ready to start a brand-new life, with a new identity--when things go sideways. Lucky finds herself alone for the first time, navigating the world without the help of either her father or her boyfriend, the two figures from whom shes learned the art of the scam. When she discovers that a lottery ticket she bought on a whim is worth millions, her elation is tempered by one big problem: cashing in the winning ticket means shell be arrested for her crimes. Shell go to prison, with no chance to redeem her fortune. As Lucky tries to avoid capture and make a future for herself, she must confront her past by reconciling with her father; finding her mother, who abandoned her when she was just a baby; and coming to terms with the man she thought she loved--whose dark past is catching up with her, too. This is a novel about truth, personal redemption, and the complexity of being good. It introduces a singularly gifted, multilayered character who must learn what it means to be independent and honest...before her luck runs out. Author Biography Marissa Stapley is the New York Times bestselling author of Lucky, a Reeses Book Club pick, and several other internationally bestselling novels, many of which have been optioned for television and translated into several languages. She has worked as a journalist, magazine editor, and creative writing teacher, and currently resides in Toronto with her family. Review "A fun page turner." -- Toronto Star"A wild and deeply satisfying rollercoaster ride through the world of a con artist with a heart of gold. Propulsive and affecting, Lucky is the most fun Ive had reading a book in quite a while." -- TAYLOR JENKINS REID, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & the Six "As the narrative grows increasingly intricate, Lucky finds herself answering more to moral issues than to plain old con man concerns." -- Toronto Star"[A] rollicking road-trip novel . . . With Luckys traumatic childhood with her conman father revealed in flashbacks, its no wonder the TV rights were sold to Disney with Stapley tapped to write the pilot. . . . This book club pick will no [doubt] lead to lively debates on duplicity, truth, luck, nature vs. nurture in child-rearing, and how to spot a con from a mile away." -- Zoomer"A compelling and thrilling road-trip novel about a talented grifter whose past comes back to haunt her." -- 49th Shelf"A grifter on the run who wins the lottery is only the opening gambit of this high-fueled twisty tale through the life of Lucky, daughter of a con artist who seemed doomed to make her fathers mistakes. Will the money save her and provide her with redemption or lead her down darker paths? Youll want to put this on your to-read list immediately." -- CATHERINE McKENZIE, USA Today bestselling author of Ill Never Tell"A page-turning novel . . . Stapley brings up interesting questions about punishment, redemption, and forgiveness, as the story unfolds in a delicious manner. Lucky is a ride with a badass friend who just happens to be that much smarter and sneakier than anyone else around." -- Quill & Quire"Meet Lucky Armstrong, an unconventional heroine who is on the run from her past with a winning lottery ticket that could change her future. A story of survival, redemption, and forgiveness, Lucky explores the power of second chances. A riveting caper full of heart, I loved this book!" -- KARMA BROWN, bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife"Stapley has created a complicated woman just as magnetic and compelling for her readers as she is for the people she fleeces--and luckily, readers will only get richer by being swept away with her story of curious fortunes." -- KERRY CLARE, author of Waiting for a Star to Fall"Stapleys gorgeous writing cuts to the bone, and her grifter heroine, both vulnerable and fierce, is driven by a genius premise. With equally compelling alternate timelines, Stapley takes readers on a gripping, heart-wrenching journey of resilience, hope, and redemption. A stunning read!" -- SAMANTHA M. BAILEY, #1 bestselling author of Woman on the Edge"Stapleys novels are always filled with strong, intriguing women and Lucky is no exception. Lucky Armstrong is the flawed, fascinating character at the heart of this gripping novel, and as we follow the twists and turns of her adventures, were not sure where shes going to take us--but its a hell of a fun ride." -- ELIZABETH RENZETTI, bestselling author of Based on a True Story and Shrewed"This fun romp, with deeper themes of identity, family ties, and the meaning of truth in a life built on lies, kept me greedily turning pages late into the night. Perfect for book clubs--or anyone looking for their next unputdownable read." -- COLLEEN OAKLEY, USA Today bestselling author of You Were There Too"With an original premise, a gutsy-yet-vulnerable heroine, dodgy villains, and bad choices galore, Marissa Stapleys highly entertaining Lucky is sure to wow readers. Fast-paced, skillfully crafted, and beautifully written, this book had me stay up late and get up early to find out what would happen to that winning lottery ticket. I loved it!" -- HANNAH MARY McKINNON, bestselling author of Sister Dear Review Quote "With an original premise, a gutsy-yet-vulnerable heroine, dodgy villains, and bad choices galore, Marissa Stapleys highly entertaining Lucky is sure to wow readers. Fast-paced, skillfully crafted, and beautifully written, this book had me stay up late and get up early to find out what would happen to that winning lottery ticket. I loved it!" -- HANNAH MARY McKINNON , bestselling author of Sister Dear Details ISBN1668002450 Author Soneela Nankani Pages 256 Publisher Simon & Schuster Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1668002450 ISBN-13 9781668002452 Format Paperback Publication Date 2021-12-07 Imprint Simon & Schuster UK Release Date 2021-12-07 Narrator Soneela Nankani Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2021-12-07 NZ Release Date 2021-12-07 US Release Date 2021-12-07 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134049439;

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