Hissy Fit

A Novel

by Mary Kay Andrews

On Sale: 07/10/2012

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Hissy Fit

A Novel

by Mary Kay Andrews

On Sale: 07/10/2012

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"Andrews is at her best in this thoroughly satisfying story with the right blend of mystery, romance, and sharply funny writing." — Orlando Sentinel

A delicious tale of revenge and renovation, Hissy Fit tells of a wronged spitfire who’s determined to see that the no-good lowdown, lying, cheating ex-fiancé who ruined her life and her business gets the comeuppance he deserves . . . even as she struggles to revitalize a broken-down mansion for a hunky, if slightly odd, local businessman.

Whether it’s a mystery, sassy women’s fiction, or a combination of the two, New York Times bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews always gives her fans a read to remember. And now she’s throwing a Hissy Fit, in the best possible sense. If you like the novels of Fannie Flagg, Jennifer Crusie, Adriana Trigiani, and Emily Giffin, or are a devoted follower of Rebecca Wells or Jill Conner Browne’s Sweet Potato Queens, then Mary Kay’s Hissy Fit is not to be missed.

Critical Praise

“Laced with humor and a sense of place that oozes the aroma of magnolia blossoms.” — Atlanta Journal-Constitution

“Southern-fried romp...the furnishing descriptions are scrumptious and the love story’s sweet.” — Entertainment Weekly

“Readers who enjoy books set in the South that deal with love, friendship, and getting even will find themselves laughing out loud at this latest novel by Andrews.” — Library Journal (starred review)

“Andrews is at her best in this thoroughly satisfying story with the right blend of mystery, romance and sharply funny writing.” — Orlando Sentinel

“Sharp Southern treat....a fascinating peek into the luscious world of designer home furnishing, sure to make readers drool with envy.” — Publishers Weekly

“Andrews’ descriptions of antique furniture and heart-pine flooring are so lush and appealing that they will seduce even the decorating-challenged. Throw in the idyllic southern setting and the humorous, often-scintillating banter, and you’ve got yourself another winning read.” — Booklist

“Delightful and hilarious.” — Chattanooga Times Free Press

“Sweet and light and fun.” — St. Petersburg Times

“A truly rollicking tale…. If you are interested in interior design, Southern manners, heartache and romance or just a well-told story, Hissy Fit is for you.” — Charlotte Observer (North Carolina)

“There’s plenty of substance here for fans of dark comedy and high-end interior design.” — Fort Myers (Fla.) News-Press

“Aimed at the shopaholics among us.” — Memphis Commercial Appeal

“A fun, romantic ride through a small Southern town replete with money, style, tradition and a few secrets...shrewdly observed....Andrews weaves decorating, romance, a taste of revenge and the search for the answer to a family mystery into the fabric of a small Southern city, and delivers another fun, high-energy novel.” — Savannah Morning News

“When Andrews throws a fun ‘Hissy Fit,’ just give up, give in...entertaining.” — Star News (Wilmington, NC)

“A good old-fashioned romp with a modern Southern belle taking no prisioners...entertains on many levels. — Nashville Tennessean