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The Five-Star Weekend Paperback – February 13, 2024
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Hollis Shaw’s life seems picture-perfect. She’s the creator of the popular food blog Hungry with Hollis and is married to Matthew, a dreamy heart surgeon. But after she and Matthew get into a heated argument one snowy morning, he leaves for the airport and is killed in a car accident. The cracks in Hollis’s perfect life—her strained marriage and her complicated relationship with her daughter, Caroline—grow deeper.
So when Hollis hears about something called a “Five-Star Weekend”—one woman organizes a trip for her best friend from each phase of her life: her teenage years, her twenties, her thirties, and midlife—she decides to host her own Five-Star Weekend on Nantucket. But the weekend doesn’t turn out to be a joyful Hallmark movie.
The husband of Hollis’s childhood friend Tatum arranges for Hollis’s first love, Jack Finigan, to spend time with them, stirring up old feelings. Meanwhile, Tatum is forced to play nice with abrasive and elitist Dru-Ann, Hollis’s best friend from UNC Chapel Hill. Dru-Ann’s career as a prominent Chicago sports agent is on the line after her comments about a client’s mental health issues are misconstrued online. Brooke, Hollis’s friend from their thirties, has just discovered that her husband is having an inappropriate relationship with a woman at work. Again! And then there’s Gigi, a stranger to everyone (including Hollis) who reached out to Hollis through her blog. Gigi embodies an unusual grace and, as it happens, has many secrets.
The Five-Star Weekend is a surprising and captivating story about friendship, love, and self-discovery set on Nantucket. It will be a weekend like no other.
- Print length384 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherBack Bay Books
- Publication dateFebruary 13, 2024
- Dimensions5.5 x 0.97 x 8.25 inches
- ISBN-100316259187
- ISBN-13978-0316259187
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"A dreamy Nantucket house party given by a meticulous hostess goes off the rails....The people in her books may screw up, but Hilderbrand always gets it right...Amazing."―Kirkus Reviews (starred)
"...a stunning, sun-drenched mix of romance and women’s fiction...This should become a beach bag staple."―Publisher's Weekly
"Hungry with Hollis is one of the internet’s hottest sites, but when Hollis’s husband dies in a car crash, her peppy posting flags. To cheer herself up, she curates the perfect house party with five close friends. Well, four close friends—and one follower she’s made a special connection with. Wait till she finds out just how special their connection is. If you aren’t already addicted to Hilderbrand’s Nantucket novels, there’s no time like the present."―Oprah Daily
“Hilderbrand's latest is dripping with her signature Nantucket details; the food descriptions alone are enough to get readers to book the next ferry. Readers will be transported both by the setting and the emotional drama as Hilderbrand sets up seemingly impossible odds, then manages a convincing happy ending…It's not officially summer without a novel from Hilderbrand, and she delivers exactly what her readers want—female friendship, family drama, and gorgeous descriptions of Nantucket.”
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- Publisher : Back Bay Books (February 13, 2024)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 384 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0316259187
- ISBN-13 : 978-0316259187
- Item Weight : 12 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.97 x 8.25 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #3,627 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #79 in Women's Divorce Fiction
- #171 in Family Life Fiction (Books)
- #260 in Women's Domestic Life Fiction
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Elin Hilderbrand first discovered the magic of Nantucket in July 1993. Her recipe for a happy island life includes running, writing at the beach, picnics at Eel Point with her three children, and singing "Home, Sweet Home" at the Club Car piano bar. Here's to Us is her seventeenth novel.
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Customers find this book to be a great Nantucket summer read with a clever storyline that keeps them engaged from start to finish. They appreciate the character development, with one review highlighting the arc of redemption, and the writing style receives positive feedback for being well-written and easy to read. Customers enjoy the entertainment value, with one noting the fun premise of gathering friends, and they appreciate the author's work, with one specifically praising Elin Hilderbrand's storytelling.
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Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a great Nantucket summer read and perfect beach reading, with one customer noting it's particularly engaging for long trips.
"Truly enjoyed reading this book. It kept my interest from start to beginning. No real mysteries...." Read more
"...A wonderful summer read!" Read more
"...Read it. You will not regret a moment of your time spent with this wonderful book." Read more
"This was really enjoyable! I can't imagine hosting my own five star weekend, honestly...." Read more
Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, appreciating its developing plot twists and good drama, with one customer highlighting its beautiful setting in Nantucket.
"...I have read - such a variety of interesting characters, a story that build throughout and has some interesting well written side stories that all..." Read more
"It was a quick read but explores the real depth and ups and downs of friendship. How easy is it to forgive, would everyone be like Hollis?..." Read more
"...I love how it wasn't a sappy, perfect life story, yet was a mixture of warm and cozy moments mixed with thunder and lightning moments...." Read more
"...Writing that makes you smile, makes you a little sad and some surprises thrown in. A joy to read." Read more
Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting how the story flows from one character to another and how it expands their new lives. One customer particularly enjoys the storyline between the main character Hollis and the interesting drama between the women.
"...of the Elin Hilderbrand books I have read - such a variety of interesting characters, a story that build throughout and has some interesting well..." Read more
"...so I will tell you how it made me feel. I enjoyed the character builds and their relationship with each other...." Read more
"...The main character has a heart of gold and is a true lady despite being pushed to her limit...." Read more
"...It's a page-turning whirlwind weekend with very well-developed characters so you'll feel the emotion of each person's stories and secrets...." Read more
Customers find the book thought-provoking, making them reflect on their friendships and life, and appreciate its interesting concept.
"It was a quick read but explores the real depth and ups and downs of friendship. How easy is it to forgive, would everyone be like Hollis?..." Read more
"...It’s so much more than just an easy read. It delves into the various aspects of friendship and forgiveness." Read more
"...women rely on social media for their identity and to fulfill their hopes and dreams. That is depressing...." Read more
"Really enjoyed. Light and interesting. Nothing exceptional about it but very good. Few twists and turns but nothing too much." Read more
Customers enjoy the writing style of the book, finding it easy to read and praising the author's ability to create outstanding stories. One customer notes the detailed descriptions of the island setting.
"...I loved the book well written as always!" Read more
"Great descriptions of food, clothes and love cations. Writing that makes you smile, makes you a little sad and some surprises thrown in...." Read more
"This is a light, easy read, perfect for vacation time at the beach (which is where I read it)...." Read more
"Not sure what all the hype is about. This is a very predictable story with stereotypical characters. Blah blah blah." Read more
Customers find the book very entertaining, with good times and fun moments throughout. One customer particularly appreciates the fun premise of gathering friends, while another enjoys the journey through the weekend.
"...well what could go wrong?? It's a page-turning whirlwind weekend with very well-developed characters so you'll feel the emotion of each person's..." Read more
"...Funny and a tear jerker at just the right moments." Read more
"...A gentle “beach read” about the power of friendship, family, good times and not too unpredictable plot twists — oh yes, and a happy ending is..." Read more
"There is definitely a lot of drama and fun for a Five Star weekend! This was such an enjoyable read." Read more
Customers love Elin Hilderbrand's books, describing them as compelling reads.
"This was my favorite of the Elin Hilderbrand books I have read - such a variety of interesting characters, a story that build throughout and has..." Read more
"...the ending, but you can't please everyone, and I know this author has a good following...." Read more
"I ABSOLUTELY LOVE Elin Hildebrand's books!! I have all of them and I even go back to read some of them multiple times!..." Read more
"One of my favorites by Elin Hilderbrand. I just wish the Hungry with Hollis website and recipes were a real thing thing." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's pace, finding it a fast and engaging read that grabs them from the first page, with one customer noting it's particularly suitable for beach reading.
"Truly enjoyed reading this book. It kept my interest from start to beginning. No real mysteries...." Read more
"It was a quick read but explores the real depth and ups and downs of friendship. How easy is it to forgive, would everyone be like Hollis?..." Read more
"...It’s a smooth read and I look forward to the rare moments when I get to sit and just read a book." Read more
"...She has a great writing style with excellent pacing, well-written dialogue, believable characters, and books that are a good compromise between "..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2025Truly enjoyed reading this book. It kept my interest from start to beginning. No real mysteries. True true familiar stories about coming of age and make it romantic mistakes. I think you will enjoy reading this.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2024This was my favorite of the Elin Hilderbrand books I have read - such a variety of interesting characters, a story that build throughout and has some interesting well written side stories that all contribute. Not quite a 5 star for me, but I wish I could give it 4 1/2 stars. A wonderful summer read!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025It was a quick read but explores the real depth and ups and downs of friendship. How easy is it to forgive, would everyone be like Hollis? I truly enjoyed it and thought about who I would pick for my 5 star weekend.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024....storyline. I always enjoy her books, but this is one of my favorite reads for 2024. I won't rewrite the synopsis or retell the entire book in my review (I skip those kinds of reviews....who needs to read the book after some of those reviews!), so I will tell you how it made me feel. I enjoyed the character builds and their relationship with each other. I love how the author's descriptions make you feel like you are right there, yet are not so overly detailed that you start skipping paragraphs. I love how it wasn't a sappy, perfect life story, yet was a mixture of warm and cozy moments mixed with thunder and lightning moments. I loved it all! Even the ending. Read it. You will not regret a moment of your time spent with this wonderful book.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024The friendships that the main character had with each lady except one. It was refreshing the different backgrounds of each of the women. The common denominator that they loved the main character. Even as grown women they still find the need to impress and show who is the favorite. The main character wanting to be loved again by her daughter. Needing the approval from her grown child. I can relate to that part. The mystery guest and what she turns out to be and represent to the main character. The main character has a heart of gold and is a true lady despite being pushed to her limit. It's shocking to still have some women being bullies at this age. Not being encouraging to one other. Kicking people when there down. The social status still being what leads instead of a person's heart and having a great spirit. I loved the book well written as always!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025This was really enjoyable! I can't imagine hosting my own five star weekend, honestly. I've had wonderful friends throughout the stages of my life, but I don't see them blending much more smoothly than Hollis's friends. I enjoyed reading how her weekend played out while taking a mental walk down memory lane of my own life story in friends.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2025Great descriptions of food, clothes and love cations. Writing that makes you smile, makes you a little sad and some surprises thrown in. A joy to read.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024This is a light, easy read, perfect for vacation time at the beach (which is where I read it). The plot revolves around the main character, Hollis, inviting her daughter and four other friends/acquaintances for a "Girls Out" weekend on Nantucket. With food and drink and boating and pool and beach time and shopping and nightclub dancing and top-rated restaurants and an uninvited guest and all the drama of each invitee . . . well what could go wrong?? It's a page-turning whirlwind weekend with very well-developed characters so you'll feel the emotion of each person's stories and secrets. The author even cleverly inserts several plugs for her novel, "The Hotel Nantucket," at the right times and places. It's as positive a novel as the title of the final chapter (not Epilogue) suggests. My only sadness-when I finished. You'll love "The Five-Star Weekend!!"
5.0 out of 5 starsThis is a light, easy read, perfect for vacation time at the beach (which is where I read it). The plot revolves around the main character, Hollis, inviting her daughter and four other friends/acquaintances for a "Girls Out" weekend on Nantucket. With food and drink and boating and pool and beach time and shopping and nightclub dancing and top-rated restaurants and an uninvited guest and all the drama of each invitee . . . well what could go wrong?? It's a page-turning whirlwind weekend with very well-developed characters so you'll feel the emotion of each person's stories and secrets. The author even cleverly inserts several plugs for her novel, "The Hotel Nantucket," at the right times and places. It's as positive a novel as the title of the final chapter (not Epilogue) suggests. My only sadness-when I finished. You'll love "The Five-Star Weekend!!"Definitely a 5 Star-rating for "The Five-Star Weekend"
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024
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- Gill BrownReviewed in Australia on August 1, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars Another great read
I always love Elin Hilderbrand books and this was another great one. It’s a great summer read or anytime read. You can’t help but love the characters.
- AshReviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an Awesome Feel Good Book!
It's very character driven and beautifully written. This is beautifully written and creates a world for the reader to be submerged into. Loved this read. Just beautiful and engaging. Love Elin's world building and creates a whole storyboard movie watching feel. Loved this! Such a fun read x
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Client d'AmazonReviewed in France on August 31, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars Sympathique lecture pour l’été
Comme les autres romans de cette Auteur. Un roman feel good.
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in India on August 21, 2024
1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible print
The print of the book is pathetic. I have another book from the same writer that was bought from the US and it was so much better. Can’t believe I wasted 700 rupees on this.
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in Canada on February 13, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Good lazy day or beach read.
I have ready many of this author's books, but was not too sure about the premise. I needn't have worried.