Annette Christie is a Canadian-American hybrid with a BFA in Theatre and a history of very odd jobs. She's had articles featured in various publications including HelloGiggles and The Guardian, and the back of her head is featured prominently in the film Mean Girls. She currently resides in Alberta with her husband and two children. The Rehearsals is her adult debut.
"A compelling, clever look at the hard work of growing up in our
relationships--with friends, family, lovers, and ourselves--woven
through with humor and tremendous heart." --Rosie Danan, author of
The Roommate
"A deeply special book, warm and wise and filled with undeniable
tenderness. Annette Christie draws her not-quite-newlyweds Megan
and Tom with tremendous empathy, and I rooted for them on all their
wild misadventures, eager to find out what would happen each time
they woke up. An effervescent, one-of-a-kind love story."--Rachel
Lynn Solomon, author of Today Tonight Tomorrow
"A delightful debut . . . Christie's clever time-loop plot allows
for great depth of emotion as her protagonists explore different
paths and come to terms with what they can and can't change about
themselves and each other. This charming story delivers equal
amounts of honesty and hope and is bound to win the hearts of
rom-com fans."--Publishers Weekly
"A funny, clever, enchanting story about finding our way back to
ourselves and to those we truly love. It had me spellbound from the
first page. . . . The Rehearsals is refreshingly honest about the
ups and downs of long-term relationships, whether romantic or
family, handling its themes with wit and zest. Terrific fun from
beginning to end!"--Sarah Haywood, author of the New York Times
bestseller and Reese Witherspoon X Hello Sunshine Book Club pick
The Cactus
"A humorous, honest look at the complexities of relationships and
the sacrifices we make to maintain them. A refreshing read for fans
of Rachel Lynn Solomon and Emily Henry."--Suzanne Park, author of
Loathe at First Sight
"A refreshing and very astute observation of relationships, both
the ones you have with the people closest to you and the one you
have with yourself. It's smart and nuanced, the kind of book that
makes its reader feel seen. Anything set around a wedding is
kryptonite for me, and Annette Christie beautifully weaves wedding
angst with secrets, betrayals, confrontation, and what it really
means to choose someone else, and yourself. . . . A beautiful, fun,
surprising book."--Laurie Elizabeth Flynn, author of The Girls Are
All So Nice Here
"A truly absorbing read, told with wit and heart, and impossible to
put down. Annette Christie is a master of creating characters that
feel like friends, where you hate to turn that last page and say
goodbye."--Jen DeLuca, author of Well Met
"A whip-smart Groundhog Day reincarnation that will have you
laughing and cringing in equal measure. The Rehearsals not only
takes you on a wild ride, it forces you to ask yourself if you're
living your best life. Hilarious, heartfelt, and stay-up-all-night
addictive."--Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush
"An enchanting and compelling look at life's what-ifs. Christie
writes with honesty, heart, and a great deal of charm."--Helen
Hoang, USA Today bestselling author of The Kiss Quotient and The
Bride Test
"Christie keeps the tone light, inserting repeating scenarios into
each day, and turning the nightmare time loop into a journey of
self-discovery. There's a feeling of resolution at the end,
which isn't what the characters expected, but it's what they
needed. Fans of Christina Lauren and Meg Cabot will savor this
charming relationship comedy."--Booklist
"Christie's sparkling and witty debut explores the tangled web of
the night before a wedding. Through Tom and Megan, we discover the
importance of second or more chances, and how learning to listen
(to others and yourself) is the key to love and happiness."
--Roselle Lim, author of Natalie Tan's Book of Luck and Fortune and
Vanessa Yu's Magical Paris Tea Shop
"Clever and engrossing . . . I loved the picturesque wedding venue,
the clashing families, and the way the recurring day developed
layers and surprises as Megan and Tom tried to get themselves out
of the loop."--Helen Cooper, author of The Downstairs Neighbor
"Funny, romantic, and surprisingly thought-provoking, The
Rehearsals is both a highly enjoyable romp and a poignant
meditation on love and second chances."--Shelf Awareness
"I was thrilled when the story delivered, one hundred percent, on
the promise of its intriguing premise. Christie grabbed me on the
first page and didn't let me go until the end, when I closed and
book and smiled. A warm and touching novel by a wonderfully
talented author."
--Mary Simses, author of The Wedding Thief
"Irresistible . . . Annette Christie has written a fun, yet
thought-provoking, rom-com."--Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times
bestselling author of Golden Girl
"Megan's and Tom's betrayals are explored compassionately and
honestly . . . As Megan and Tom relive the same day and get to know
each other in an entirely new way, it's unclear until the very end
what will happen with their relationship, creating a level of
suspense that will keep readers turning the pages. A compelling
story about the power of second chances and forgiveness that's sure
to spark conversation."--Kirkus Reviews
"Utterly captivating, charming, and brilliant. With a compelling
plot and relatable characters, The Rehearsals explores the raw
emotions behind the question of 'what if' and the true meaning of
second chances."--Sonia Hartl, author of Heartbreak for Hire and
Have a Little Faith in Me
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