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The Hypnotist's Love Story

By: Liane Moriarty
Narrated by: Tamara Lovatt Smith
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A “sharp and funny romantic tale” (O, the Oprah Magazine) from the number one New York Times best-selling author of Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers and Apples Never Fall.

Ellen O’Farrell is a professional hypnotherapist who works out of the eccentric beachfront home she inherited from her grandparents. It’s a nice life, except for her tumultuous relationship history. She’s stoic about it, but at this point, Ellen wouldn’t mind a lasting one. When she meets Patrick, she’s optimistic. He’s attractive, single, employed, and best of all, he seems to like her back. Then comes that dreaded moment: He thinks they should have a talk.

Braced for the worst, Ellen is pleasantly surprised. It turns out that Patrick’s ex-girlfriend is stalking him. Ellen thinks, actually, that’s kind of interesting. She’s dating someone worth stalking. She’s intrigued by the woman’s motives. In fact, she’d even love to meet her.

Ellen doesn’t know it, but she already has.

©2012 Liane Moriarty (P)2012 Penguin

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Another great book by Liane Mariarty!

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I love this author and narrator team and have listened to other novels they've teamed up on. Moriarty has a knack for coming up with these wildly creative and original premises for her novels and this one is no different. Wonderful characters and compelling stories make all her books a joy to listen to. I want more!

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loved it

I love Tamara's voice! love these characters. want to look into hypnotherapy too! another great story.

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Amazing Insight.

Moriarity has this ability to see through superficiality to the essence of human motivation. Her stories always captivate and never disappoint. The hypnotist's love story is also a delightful tutorial on hypnotherapy. A worthy reading experience.

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Another great one from Moriarty..

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would most definitely recommend this book to friends because it is a fun and sweet love story. It isn't your usual fluff. Moriarty has such a great way with words.

Who was your favorite character and why?

They all had their good traits but I would have to say The Hypnotist was my favorite character with all of her talents and quirks, you can't help but pull for her.

Which scene was your favorite?

I love the scenes from the beach where she starts to see a future with a family of her own.

Who was the most memorable character of The Hypnotist's Love Story and why?

The most memorable character would be The Hypnotist but her stalker was intense and also memorable. It is hard to chose.

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I have become a big Moriarty fan. Especially on audiobooks when Tamara narrates the story. Her voice is like silk. I can't wait for the next one with this team!

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who would play the male lead?

I loved it. Keep thinking that it would make a really good movie, you just need someone from "The Sullivans" to play the guy.
Now, if only I could hypnotize my hubby to do the gardening....hmmm.

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Loved this read!

A big Liane Moriarty fan, I looked forward to hearing this book. It may have been a few chapters longer than it needed to be. I did enjoy the characters tho.

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Good but not my favorite

This book was good, but not my favorite book by Liane Moriarty. The story line was interesting but not quite as twisty was her books normally are.

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Loved it!

Fresh, fun, engaging! I enjoyed the book from start to finish and recommend it to my friends.

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Help! I'm obsessed!

I just can't get enough of Liane Moriarty! Her books resonate with me and I'm always trying to figure out her amazing precisely-crafted story lines. What a treat The Hypnotist's Love Story was. I love this narrator too. I'm always so sad when Liane's books end. I just downloaded Three Wishes and can't WAIT to get started. Thanks, Liane, for another lovely novel.

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A good listen

This was my first book by this author but I will be getting more
The story is a little slow at first but then you are sucked into the lives of this “family” I was very please with the way the story was wrapped up

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