Carrie Soto Is Back
Paperback Published on: 06/07/2023
Price: £9.99
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I Think I Like Tennis Now??
Carrie Soto is back, is another absolute banger from Taylor Jenkins Reid. A fast-paced and intense character study of an older athlete coming out of retire... READ MORE
A masterpiece!
Carrie Soto is Back, and what a whirlwind of emotions it is.
Taylor Jenkins Reid is a master at her craft! She has taken a character I didn't like from Ma... READ MORE
The perfect summer read.
Let's get this out of the way; I'm not a tennis fan. I've never really understood the excitement of watching Wimbledon (or any sport really). I say this to... READ MORE
Carrie Soto Is Back: Taylor Jenkins Reid serves an absolute scorcher of a book
If ever there was an author that deserves the hype they get, Taylor Jenkins Reid is it. Carrie is at times aloof and difficult – referred to as a ‘b****’ ... READ MORE
Another Crowd-Pleaser from Taylor Jenkins Reid
In truly fortuitous timing, the release of Carrie Soto is Back and the announcement of Serena Williams' retirement are mere days apart. Taylor Jenkins Reid... READ MORE
Carrie Soto is a Star
Now you KNOW this book was excellent when it made me actually care about tennis, which is something I’ve never had any interest in. I was so worried after ... READ MORE
Even better than Daisy Jones - a new all time favourite
All the stars.
The first Taylor Jenkins Reid book that I read was Daisy Jones and the Six - I was completely blown away by the story and the writing and i... READ MORE
Never did I think I'd care so much about tennis!
I went into Carrie Soto is Back with some hesitation as I'm not really a sports person but this was an incredible read and an even more incredible characte... READ MORE
Taylor Jenkins Reid is back!
Taylor Jenkins Reid is back with yet another moving and exhilarating story set in the world of fame. This time we follow Carrie Soto, a competitive, ambiti... READ MORE
Is there nothing Taylor Jenkins Reid can write about?
After reading Malibu Rising and meeting Carrie Soto for the first time I took a really dislike to her, but in this book I really fell for her. Carrie a str... READ MORE
Taylor Jenkins Reid never misses
Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a free eARC in exchange for an honest review!
Taylor Jenkins Reid just never misses... READ MORE
As entertaining as it was inspiring!
This unputdownable novel was a whirlwind of drama and excitement. It explored the price of excellence and the definition of legacy, as well the complicated... READ MORE
The ultimate summer read!
Carrie Soto is back and so is Taylor Jenkins Read, better than ever. This is a thrilling tale of a sportswoman who comes out of retirement to defend her al... READ MORE
Her best novel yet?!
Absolutely perfect for fans of any of her previous books, particularly The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Carrie Soto is Back will grab you by the neck and... READ MORE
If you thought you didn't like women's tennis, read this and think again!
I had only read two other TJR books (Daisy Jones and the Six, and Maybe in another life) before I read Carrie Soto is back. I was entertained by them, but ... READ MORE
Taylor Jenkins Reid is a marvel at writing!
Wow, this book is just incredible, there are only so many times I can say this about this book (and TJR as a whole), but I really can't understate it! TJR ... READ MORE
Ace
Taylor Jenkins Reid is the queen of fictional celebrity biographies set in the 20th century and I love them.
I was originally hooked into the universe by ... READ MORE
Carrie Soto Is Here to Stay
I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Nikki Chan has just matched Carrie Soto's incredible record on the tennis circuit. She ... READ MORE
10/10 Exceptional
Exceptional work from Taylor Jenkins Reid, very addictive reading, a fast paced work of art- i was completely and utterly invested!
I adored Seven Husban... READ MORE
Fierce storytelling
I finally got round to reading Carrie Soto is Back and absolutely loved it. There’s something about Taylor Jenkins Reid’s writing that’s just so comforting... READ MORE
A total knockout!
I absolutely adored this book! It is brilliantly written, pacy, and has the most fantastic characters. I loved how driven and determined Carrie was, and fo... READ MORE
UTTERLY OBSESSED
I am currently rereading TJR's books in anticipation for her new novel, Atmosphere! I had to start with Carrie Soto as I am currently in my tennis era (tha... READ MORE
A fun summer read!
The TJR universe never misses. Carrie was very typical of Reid's female protagonists - she was feisty, passionate and motivated, if a little messy along th... READ MORE
An absolute page turner...AGAIN!
I really enjoyed Carrie Soto Is Back!
I honestly was reluctant to read this at first, I have little to no interest in Tennis and my small glimpse of the m... READ MORE
This is about so much more than tennis!
TJR you’ve done it again - I’m honestly so obsessed with these semi-fictional, reality based stories she creates, it’s such an incredible talent to sculpt ... READ MORE
Synopsis
Carrie Soto is fierce, and her determination to win at any cost has not made her popular.
By the time Carrie retires from tennis, she is the best player the world has ever seen. She has shattered every record and claimed twenty Slam titles. And if you ask her, she is entitled to every one. She sacrificed nearly everything to become the best, with her father as her coach.
But six years after her retirement, Carrie finds herself sitting in the stands of the 1994 US Open, watching her record be taken from her by a brutal, stunning, British player named Nicki Chan.
At thirty-seven years old, Carrie makes the monumental decision to come out of retirement and be coached by her father for one last year in an attempt to reclaim her record. Even if the sports media says that they never liked the 'Battle-Axe' anyway. Even if her body doesn't move as fast as it did. And even if it means swallowing her pride to train with a man she once almost opened her heart to: Bowe Huntley. Like her, he has something to prove before he gives up the game forever.
In spite of it all: Carrie Soto is back, for one epic final season. In this riveting and unforgettable novel, Taylor Jenkins Reid tells a story about the cost of greatness and a legendary athlete attempting a comeback.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Cornerstone
- ISBN: 9781804940877
- Number of pages: 400
- Dimensions: 197 x 128 x 27 mm
- Weight: 270g
- Languages: English
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Tennis star Carrie Soto has twenty Grand Slams to her name. When she retired she was the most successful female tennis player in history. At the age of thi... READ MORE
Anyone for Tennis?
My thanks to Random House U.K. Cornerstone Hutchinson Heinemann for an eARC via NetGalley of ‘Carrie Soto is Back’ by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
This is the fou... READ MORE
Taylor Jenkins Reid has done it again!
Taylor Jenkins Reid has fricken' done it again! Oh my god, words cannot express how much I loved this book! I have no interest in tennis, or any sport, for... READ MORE
Amazing Female Lead
I really didn’t think I could love a book about tennis, but I’ve loved everything else I’ve read by TJK so I gave it a go. And I am so pleased I did!!! Car... READ MORE
Phenomenal!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a proof in exchange for an honest review.
This book is phenomenal! I didn’t want to stop... READ MORE
Couldn't put this down
I'm a big fan of Taylor Jenkins Reid and this book did not disappoint. I found it in part gripping and entertaining and in part moving and inspiring. The r... READ MORE
Another brilliant TJR
All of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s stories are outstanding, and „Carrie Soto is Back“ is no exception!
When a book makes you fall in love with tennis, even th... READ MORE
Could not put this down
I absolutely loved this book! Taylor Jenkins Reid has done a wonderful job a writing another consuming and engaging book.
We had a small glimpse of Carrie... READ MORE
Loved this book
Taylor Jenkins is back and so is Carrie Soto !
Taylor Jenkins Reid's characters are never perfect, they have flaws and Carries is no exception.
Carrie S... READ MORE
Game Set and Match to TJR
Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
I give this book 5 stars
This book is going to be a summer “smash” hit….game set and match to TJR!
The story ... READ MORE
An edge-of-the-seat story of ambition, determination and rivalry
“She is relentless. She does not stop. She will not be counted out”
Wow what a ride this novel is! It’s propulsive, addictive, adrenalin-fuelled and you po... READ MORE
Is there anything TJR can do wrong?!
Ok, so I started this book knowing little to nothing about tennis. I spent a small amount of time thinking that nothing much was going to happen. I then ve... READ MORE
Very enjoyable, although probably only for those who love tennis!
Very enjoyable, although probably only for those who love tennis!
Carrie is a world class retired tennis player who comes out of retirement because she ca... READ MORE
Worth a read
Great book about tennis. TEST.
Remarkable
I have been listening to this the best part of the day.
Wanting to get to this for the longest time. I own this book along with book 1. Trouble is, my net... READ MORE
As smashing read! (Sorry)
Well firstly I never knew tennis could be so interesting! Jenkins Reid has the fantastic knack of immersing you in a world and teaching you about it withou... READ MORE
Another 5* book by Taylor Jenkins Reid!!
Having just read Daisy Jones and the Six I was beyond thrilled to be able to read an advance copy of Carrie Sotto is Back and I loved it! I have not read M... READ MORE
Fantastic
Once again, I uttered the words ‘this is my favourite TJR so far’ happens every time!
Taylor Jenkins Reid is back
What a breath of fresh air. I've recently become increasingly frustrated with a sub-genre of fiction that I call 'Ambitious Women Meet Bad Ends': for some ... READ MORE
Another 5* book by Taylor Jenkins Reid!!
Having just read Daisy Jones and the Six I was beyond thrilled to be able to read an advance copy of Carrie Soto is Back. I have not read Malibu Rising and... READ MORE
Brilliant story-telling but with more depth than you'd expect
Six years ago Carrie Soto was the greatest tennis player the world had ever seen but then she retired after injury compromised her. Now, at the age of 37,... READ MORE
Great read!
I loved Malibu rising, another great addition!
Another brilliant book by Taylor Jenkins Reid!
The latest instalment in the MRU (Mick Riva Universe) is here!
Carrie Soto is Back
When I saw TJR was publishing a new book my heart leapt! When I saw it featured tennis my heart sank. Now don't get me wrong. I love sport - all sport - we... READ MORE
Parts are exceptionally good
September 1994, Flushing Meadow for the US Open, Nicki Chan (a Brit, yay!) versus Ingrid Cortez. If Chan wins she’ll equal Carrie’s record Grand Slam wins.... READ MORE
A must read for tennis fans and TKR fans alike
As a huge tennis fan (I'm talking following both tours, going to the tournaments, getting up in the middle of the night to watch matches in Aus tennis fan)... READ MORE
I was fully immersed in this book like I always am with any Taylor Jenkins Reid's books.
I cannot explain just how much I enjoyed this.
Her characters are always so relatable and you want to support them and want their dreams and goals to com... READ MORE
newfound hobby of tennis?
everything about this book was intense in a thrilling, page turning, exciting way that i never expected to enjoy so much. From the characters, to the plot,... READ MORE
She’s brilliant, totally unstoppable. I loved her!!!
This is absolutely brilliant. I could not read it fast enough. It full of drive and determination. Carrie Soto is a bitch, but she knows what she wants and... READ MORE
Another brilliant TJR
I’ve said for a while now that I believe Taylor Jenkins Reid can do no wrong. All her stories are outstanding, and „Carrie Soto is Back“ is no exception!
... READ MORE
Game, Set, and Matched.
Thanks for the free book PRH International
Well… well, well, well, WELL! Okay, so… let’s start out by saying that no, I’m not a huge fan of tennis. I mean... READ MORE
Does Carrie Make Her Comeback ?
Carrie Soto retired from tennis at the age of 31 years. Having devoted her whole life to the game and coached by her father, she proudly holds the title of... READ MORE
I love Carrie Soto is back
At first i thought it was just a book about tennis and the sport . But when I read it I actually wanted to be a tennis player . And i hate tennis this is ... READ MORE