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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hotel Nantucket: After tragedy strikes, food blogger Hollis Shaw gathers four friends from different stages in her life to spend an unforgettable weekend on Nantucket.

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.
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Praise for The Five-Star Weekend

"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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About the Author

Elin Hilderbrand lives on Nantucket year-round where she enjoys going to the beach, cooking for her young adult children and occasionally dancing front-row at the Chicken Box.  She is a grateful nine-year breast cancer survivor.  The Five-Star Weekend is her twenty-ninth novel.

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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 ‏ : ‎ 11.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.97 x 8.25 inches
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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 the book entertaining and the food visuals are a favorite. They also love the characters and the interesting drama between them. Readers describe the book as easy to follow, enjoyable, and perfect. They describe the storyline as engaging, nostalgic, and heartwarming. Customers praise the writing quality as well-written, detailed, and fast-paced. They find the plot intriguing, heartfelt, and feel-good stories.

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216 customers mention "Readability"216 positive0 negative

Customers find the book easy to follow and enjoyable. They also love the vibe and the Nantucket background. Readers also appreciate the sensory language and descriptions. They say the book is perfect for a long weekend or vacation.

""Five Star Weekend" is an enjoyable, easy-to-read novel about friendships and relationships...." Read more

"Light weight but a very enjoyable & addicting read. Ends happily ever after, all conflicts resolved, everything nicely buttoned up." Read more

"This was a nice easy read. It was pretty good. I loved the vibe of it and the Nantucket background. It was a great book to start the summer with...." Read more

"I randomly chose this book and truly enjoyed it. The characters were so well described and I looked forward to their interactions...." Read more

170 customers mention "Storyline"137 positive33 negative

Customers find the storyline great, beautifully weaving in the tale of friendships. They also appreciate the wonderful plotting, engaging storyline, and excellent writing. Customers also say the book is sweet, reminiscing, and easy to follow.

"...The characters are relatable and the unique storyline and unexpected ending keeps you hooked. It's perfect for a relaxing weekend." Read more

"Light weight but a very enjoyable & addicting read. Ends happily ever after, all conflicts resolved, everything nicely buttoned up." Read more

"...It had me transported to Nantucket. It gave good drama that was ultimately resolved by the end of the book. I enjoyed it overall." Read more

"...And a perfect ending to boot! Bravo!" Read more

101 customers mention "Characters"83 positive18 negative

Customers like the characters in the book. They mention that they love the story of each character and that it makes for interesting drama between the women.

"...As expected, there's some drama and a big surprise. The characters are relatable and the unique storyline and unexpected ending keeps you hooked...." Read more

"...The characters are fun and interesting - perhaps a bit predictable, but that is the escape I love..." Read more

"...I love how she really turns each character inside out to allow the reader to see the flaws and insecurities brewing just beneath the ‘perfect’..." Read more

"I randomly chose this book and truly enjoyed it. The characters were so well described and I looked forward to their interactions...." Read more

89 customers mention "Writing quality"67 positive22 negative

Customers find the book well-written, fast-paced, and enjoyable. They appreciate the detailed description of style and food.

""Five Star Weekend" is an enjoyable, easy-to-read novel about friendships and relationships...." Read more

"This was a nice easy read. It was pretty good. I loved the vibe of it and the Nantucket background. It was a great book to start the summer with...." Read more

"Easy light hearted read about the different friendships women experience through life...." Read more

"...Excellent read. No, it’s not great literature that will be taught in school but so fun. Just what I needed." Read more

47 customers mention "Plot"47 positive0 negative

Customers find the plot intriguing, engrossing, and relatable on different levels. They also say the book has a lasting influence and is relevant. Readers also appreciate the twist.

"A fun, interesting, start of the summer escape to Nantucket!..." Read more

"Really enjoyed this book! It was fun and fast paced. The twist surprised me! Elin has never disappointed!" Read more

"...four important women in your previous decades is an interesting and entertaining concept. There can't help but be some drama...." Read more

"...This is another well-written, insightful, character-driven novel.Yes, it's a great beach read, but it's not a typical, mindless beach read...." Read more

38 customers mention "Food"32 positive6 negative

Customers find the book delightful, clever, and refreshingly different. They also mention that the food sounds absolutely delicious.

"...She captures the coastal vibe of Nantucket so beautifully and perfectly and I can’t wait to see how Hollis and her friend’s relationships unfold." Read more

"Such a delightful and well written read. Never fails." Read more

"Unique. Dramatic. Entertaining...." Read more

"...Nothing too deep, nothing too wild. Lots of cringey phrases and moments, and some abrupt character development that didn't make total sense...." Read more

17 customers mention "Story"17 positive0 negative

Customers find the story easy to put down and root for all of the characters. They also love the author.

"...of myself in each of the characters, and it makes this book so hard to put down...." Read more

"I loved each of the characters, so easy to root for all of them - even Gigi. As a UNC grad, I loved the campus reminders...." Read more

"...Like most of her books, it is light, and easy to get through, perfect for a long weekend or vacation." Read more

"Good book to read while sitting on a beach. Easy to put down and go back later. Love the author." Read more

16 customers mention "Entertainment value"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining, with unique and dramatic food visuals. They also say the book is well written.

"A fun, interesting, start of the summer escape to Nantucket!..." Read more

"Really enjoyed this book! It was fun and fast paced. The twist surprised me! Elin has never disappointed!" Read more

"...(which was about the last third of the book), it was engaging and entertaining, but kind of predictable - I knew how the book would end way before..." Read more

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Unique. Dramatic. Entertaining. These are the top 3 words that come to mind when I finished reading The Five-Star Weekend by Elin Hildebrand last night. Elin captures five women's lives in one eventful weekend. It's a story about love, friendship, grieving, and self-discovery with strong writing and character development.Hollis Shaw invites 4 friends--one best friend from each stage of her life to a weekend getaway at her home in Nantucket. Each friend held a special place in Shaw's life and entertainment ensued when they all got together--some knew each other before the weekend, others got to know each other during the weekend.What really impacted me was how Hollis reacted when she found out Gigi's secret, and the truth about her dead husband. Lots emotions. There's anger, there's sadness, there's closure. And there's grace. While I don't condone Gigi's behavior, she was grieving as well. I love the message given to Gigi, "You deserve to be somebody's number one."This book was a much-needed break from all the Colleen Hoover books I've been reading lately! I really enjoyed this summer read. Definitely recommend.
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1861 Distillery
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read with an engaging storyline.
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
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"Five Star Weekend" is an enjoyable, easy-to-read novel about friendships and relationships. The story follows an influencer who brings friends from different periods of her life (plus a stranger who follows her online) together for a weekend at her Nantucket home. As expected, there's some drama and a big surprise. The characters are relatable and the unique storyline and unexpected ending keeps you hooked. It's perfect for a relaxing weekend.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Easy & compelling
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Light weight but a very enjoyable & addicting read. Ends happily ever after, all conflicts resolved, everything nicely buttoned up.
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Sandy Kennedy
5.0 out of 5 stars Eexcellent Beach Read to Start the Summer
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2024
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A fun, interesting, start of the summer escape to Nantucket! The characters are fun and interesting - perhaps a bit predictable, but that is the escape I love (really, who wants to read about real life controversy..).
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Raidernation3
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect summer (or any time) read
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2024
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I have been a fan of Elin Hilderbrand for a long time now, and this book did not disappoint. I love how she really turns each character inside out to allow the reader to see the flaws and insecurities brewing just beneath the ‘perfect’ surface. I can see a little of myself in each of the characters, and it makes this book so hard to put down. If you’re looking for a good summer read that is more than just mindless fluff, absolutely read this!!
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Cindy
4.0 out of 5 stars a fun vacation read
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2024
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Love this story! I read it while vacationing on Cape Cod and visiting Nantucket! Loved the name dropping for places to visit on the island.
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Ashley
3.0 out of 5 stars 3.5 Stars!
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This was a nice easy read. It was pretty good. I loved the vibe of it and the Nantucket background. It was a great book to start the summer with. It had me transported to Nantucket. It gave good drama that was ultimately resolved by the end of the book. I enjoyed it overall.
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annalee
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 stars for 5 star weekend
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024
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I wasn’t expecting such an emotional tribute to friendship but this one did it for me! Hilderbrnax take a looks at the lense of loss in one women’s life as she tried to move forward with a five star weekend including friends from all stages of her life.
This was a tribute to women of all ages and stages and gives license to realize we don’t have to be the same person we were in high school, college or early motherhood. We are so many people in one lifetime and that’s the beauty of it all. And a perfect ending to boot! Bravo!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five star review!
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024
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I randomly chose this book and truly enjoyed it. The characters were so well described and I looked forward to their interactions. I even thought about who I would invite to a five star weekend!
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Jilla Lonsdale
5.0 out of 5 stars absolutely her best book yet
Reviewed in Canada on July 30, 2023
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I’ve loved EH from the day her first book was published but this one is pure gold. Read it and enjoy the brilliance of her character development and a plot that deepens with every page. This one is pure reading joy …
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another success
Reviewed in France on April 4, 2024
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Delightfully entertaining as always. Elin Hildebrand’s books are like a delicate cupcake combined with your most comfortable hoodie, just a feel good, touching story. Thank you Elin for another excellent read!
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Concetta
1.0 out of 5 stars incredible boring
Reviewed in Germany on October 24, 2023
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A totally boring book with an absolutely implausible story. A bunch of middle-aged women acting like high school kids having Instagram likes as their only direction in life. To say that this book is shallow would be praising it too much
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Gill Brown
4.0 out of 5 stars Another great read
Reviewed in Australia on August 1, 2023
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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.
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Karen
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice beach read.
Reviewed in Canada on February 24, 2024
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Nice beach read that you can pick up and put down through out the day at the beach. I have enjoyed all of her other book just as much has this one
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