Praise for Ellie and the Harpmaker
“Ellie and the Harpmaker is uplifting escapism….fresh and sweet, rejuvenated by a set of unusual characters, the raw beauty of England and the musicality of Prior’s prose. … Prior’s lyricism feels like a warm song.”—The Washington Post
“How I loved this book! An uncommonly lovely story told with elegance, insight, and so much heart. Hazel Prior’s brilliant debut will delight.”—Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author of Good Luck With That
“With the character-driven charm of Liane Moriarty’s and Sara Baume’s novels…delightfully heartwarming…guaranteed to tug at readers’ heartstrings.”—Booklist
“A delightful novel about our inability to see the truth in our own lives, especially when it comes to personal relationships. Though this sort of topic is often fodder for angst-ridden tragedies, this one is a heartwarming beach read.”—The Free Lance-Star
“A lyrical, unexpected book.”—BookRiot
“A beautiful love song of a story, wonderfully told with a warm heart and much hope. Hazel Prior’s writing is a lyrical delight.”—Phaedra Patrick, international bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
“Wow, what a love story. Ellie and the Harpmaker is uplifting and full of heart, and I couldn’t put it down! Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine.”—Jo Thomas, author of Late Summer in the Vineyard
“Prior’s debut resonates with a clear voice, depicting love evolving from a friendship based upon genuine acts of kindness….Ellie and Dan, both delightful, down-to-earth characters, selflessly put each other’s needs ahead of their own, and fans of fast-paced romantic stories will enjoy watching them discover true happiness together.”—Publishers Weekly
“A wonderful, genuine, heartwarming, funny, and beautifully written book. If you love Kate Atkinson, Jojo Moyes, or Gail Honeyman, you will fall in love with Ellie and the Harpmaker.”—Rebecca Tinnelly, author of Never Go There
“A lyrical, almost fairytale-like novel, as resonant and mysterious as a Celtic harp. The novel shines with all the grace and harmony of a handmade instrument, and shows us what can happen when a woman yearning for meaning meets a solitary man dedicated to his craft…and they both decide to open their hearts to possibility.”—Juliet Blackwell, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Carousel of Provence
“A melodious and heartwarming debut about love, friendship, and a secret that could change everything. This one is special.”—Emily Liebert, USA Today bestselling author of Some Women and Pretty Revenge
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