The hypnotist's love story - liane moriarty

The author of What Alice Forgot, presents the story of Ellen, a professional hypnotherapist whos finally optimistic about the man in her life.

Theres just one problemNhis ex is stalking him.

Ellen is fascinated and would love to meet her.

What she doesnt know is that she already has.

A sharp and funny romantic tale ( O, the Oprah Magazine ) from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers .

Ellen OFarrell is a professional hypnotherapist who works out of the eccentric beachfront home she inherited from her grandparents.

Its a nice life, except for her tumultuous relationship history.

Shes stoic about it, but at this point, Ellen wouldnt mind a lasting one.

When she meets Patrick, shes optimistic.

Hes 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 Patricks ex-girlfriend is stalking him.

Ellen thinks, Actually, thats kind of interesting .

Shes dating someone worth stalking.

Shes intrigued by the womans motives.

In fact, shed even love to meet her.

Ellen doesnt know it, but she already has.