Fourteen Days Later (Romantic Comedy) (Helen Grey Series Book 1) [Kindle Edition]

Sibel Hodge (Author)

Book Description

Fourteen Days Later was short listed for the Harry Bowling Prize 2008 and received a Highly Commended by the Yeovil Literary Prize 2009. It is a romantic comedy with a unique infusion of British and Turkish Cypriot culture. Written in a similar style to Marian Keyes, it is My Big Fat Greek Wedding meets Bridget Jones.

When accident-prone Helen Grey finds a thong stuffed into the pocket of her boyfriend's best work trousers, it's time for her to move on. His excuse that he needed to dust the photocopier and just thought that it was a rag sounds like a lame excuse.

Helen's life is propelled in an unexpected direction after her best friend, Ayshe, sets her a fourteen-day, life-changing challenge. Helen receives a task everyday which she must complete without question. The tasks are designed to build her confidence and boost her self-esteem but all they seem to do is push her closer to Ayshe's brother, Kalem.

How will Kalem and Helen get together when she's too foolish to realize that she loves him? How can he fall for her when he is too busy falling prey to her mishaps and too in love with his own perfect girlfriend? How will Kalem's Turkish Cypriot family react when they find out?

Is it really possible to change your life in fourteen days?

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I see a lot of potential in your work. You have a taste for storytelling--a love of it. That's something that can't be taught or learned, and it's an essential part of being a writer."
--Romantic Novelists' Association (added by author)

"A hilarious romance! The storyline was entertaining and funny; the characters were unique, colorful,and relatable. I had a hard time putting this one down because I never knew what funny catastrophe or line would come next."
--The Cajun Book Lady (added by author)

"A very good read." "Very enjoyable and fresh."
-- TRISHA ASHLEY

"A truly fun read." "Very funny scenes."
-- LAURA LONGRIGG

"Well-written." "It's visual aspects would lend itself well to the screen."
-- CORNERSTONES

About the Author

Sibel Hodge has dual British/Turkish Cypriot nationality, dividing her time between Hertfordshire and North Cyprus. She is a qualified personal trainer, sports and massage therapist, and writes freelance feature articles on health, fitness, and various lifetyle subjects. Prior to this, she also worked for Hertfordshire Constabulary for ten years.

Her first novel, Fourteen Days Later, was short listed for the Harry Bowling Prize 2008 and received a highly commended by the Yeovil Literary Prize 2009. It is a romantic comedy with a unique infusion of British and Turkish Cypriot culture. Written in a similar style to Catherine Alliott and Marian Keyes, Fourteen Days Later is My Big Fat Greek Wedding meets P.S. I Love You.

The Fashion Police is her second novel and is the first in a series featuring feisty, larger-than-life insurance investigator, Amber Fox. It is a screwball comedy-mystery, combining murder and mayhem with romance and chick-lit. Written in a similar style to Janet Evanovich, The Fashion Police is Stephanie Plum meets Bridget Jones.

Product Details

• File Size: 483 KB
• Print Length: 246 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1451531346
• Publisher: Sibel Hodge; 2 edition (March 18, 2010)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B003B3O0UE
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #17,397 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
  • #20 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Humor & Entertainment > Humor > Parenting & Families
  • #45 in Books > Humor & Entertainment > Humor > Parenting & Families
  • #89 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Relationships > Love & Romance

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amusing and Delightful Light-Hearted Read! April 5, 2011

By Bonnie

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

This is a light-hearted, cheery, brilliant, one-of-a-kind story. If you're in the mood for some light brit-chick-lit, this will take your mind away into another dimension and just make you smile...a lot! Helen is a character that one could truly love--she is honest, caring, and naďve at times, but nevertheless, just so lovely. The story starts out with her in a mournful funk after breaking up with her no-good, cheater boyfriend. She hibernates from the world of fun by brooding over her looser love (so she thinks). Until one day, her best friend Ayshe gets her out of this funk by challenging her to a 14-day of just doing off-the-wall events, which opens up doors for a more exciting adventure in life. That's where the fun begins.

Helen is a klutz magnified by 100%. Her situations and mishaps are amusing, and her challenges throughout the 14-days are so whacky. During these 14-days, Helen is exposed more and more to her friend's brother Kalem (Helen grew up with both of them after her parents had passed when she was a child). Throughout their chance meetings, Kalem is constantly throwing sarcastic remarks Helen's way and jabbing at her antics, which really feels very endearing to me. .. so very playful, like a brother and sister banter. Of course, you will find out at the end of the book why he teases her every move. The tension of the attraction they both have for each other throughout the book really makes this story come to life. It's just very down to earth, realistic happenstance.

It's not a typical romance novel: it does not have all that hot-steamy-trashy frolic in it (which I do read). It's more energy-producing anticipation, smiling constantly, leading up to that happily-ever-after. It's an extremely enjoyable read: It's just too fun of story and plot to pass up. I highly recommend it, you won't regret it. Furthermore, I really enjoyed Sibel Hodge's writings so much so that I am now reading the sequel "The Perfect Wedding".

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Witty and entertaining July 11, 2010

By VickiT

Format:Kindle Edition

A well-meaning friend, a fourteen-day change-your-life-challenge and a dog named Pussy... What could possibly go wrong?

I haven't enjoyed a good rom-com like this for ages. Vivid characterisations with loads of laugh out loud moments made for a fun, witty and most entertaining read.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for some light relief.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun romance! August 28, 2010

By Kris VINE™ VOICE

Format:Kindle Edition

This was a hilarious romance! I truly was laughing out loud while reading this one. This author has a really great sense of humor that shows in her writing.

The storyline was entertaining and funny; the characters were unique, colorful, and relatable. I had a hard time putting this one down because I never knew what funny catastrophe or line would come next.

For example: (The main character has just gone to the grocery store for "singles" shopping.)

"It must have had a bit missing somewhere as it made a loud squealing noise like a mouse on ecstasy. The only way to steer it in a straight line was to try and twist it in a diagonal manner so it looked like I was purposely heading towards people, like a kamikaze shopper."

If you are looking for some light and fun romance then I would say to check this one out. I'm glad I read it!

More About the Author

Sibel Hodge is the author of bestselling romantic comedy Fourteen Days Later. She has 8 cats and 1 husband. In her spare time, she's Wonder Woman! When she's not out saving the world from dastardly demons she writes an eclectic mix of romantic comedies, mysteries, thrillers, children's books, and non fiction. Her other books include My Perfect Wedding, The Baby Trap, The Fashion Police (Amber Fox Mystery), Be Careful What You Wish For (Amber Fox Mystery), Voodoo Deadly (Amber Fox Mystery) How to Dump Your Boyfriend in the Men's Room (and other short stories), It's a Catastrophe, Healing Meditations for Surviving Grief and Loss, A Gluten Free Taste of Turkey, and A Gluten Free Soup Opera.

Her work has been shortlisted for the Harry Bowling Prize 2008, Highly Commended by the Yeovil Literary Prize 2009, Runner Up in the Chapter One Promotions Novel Comp 2009, nominated Best Novel with Romantic Elements in 2010 by The Romance Reviews, Runner Up in the Best Indie Books of 2012 by Indie Book Bargains, and nominated for Best Children's Book by eFestival of Words 2013. Her novella Trafficked: The Diary of a Sex Slave has been listed as one of the Top 40 Books About Human Rights by Accredited Online Colleges.

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