"The Burnout" by Sophie Kinsella is a refreshing and relatable novel that explores the pressures of modern life, burnout, and the search for meaning and connection. The story centers around Sasha, a woman who has reached her breaking point, feeling overwhelmed and drained by the demands of her corporate job and the never-ending stream of obligations. Overall, "The Burnout" is a thought-provoking and charming novel that touches on important themes in a lighthearted and relatable manner. It reminds us of the importance of taking a step back, reevaluating our lives, and seeking meaningful connections with others, even amidst the chaos of burnout. This book is a delightful read that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of modern life.

Who can't relate to Sasha? After one too many e-mails, and one too many tasks, they have had enough. When Sasha finally reaches her breaking point, her family suggests a retreat to a vacation spot they used to frequent when Sasha was a child. This is when the novel really picks up. Once there, Sasha realizes that she did really need that break...and so does someone else. When Sasha meets Finn, and they both realize they can help each other out, you really get the depths of the characters that Kinsella was going for.
While the storyline continues, and gives some ebbs and flows, the reader is taken on the journey of both of their self discoveries...something that needed to happen for them. What made this so great was not the typical rom-com style, but that it did really focus on the characters and their growth.

You know your are burned out when the local convent won’t accept you and you crash into a brick wall while trying to escape from your employers wellness leader. Sasha decides to take a well earned break and head to the seaside resort she loved as a child. Nothing is as it seems when the resort isn’t what it used to be. Also, she’s stuck with a jerk, abet a very handsome one, who yells at toddlers and seems to be having a crisis of his own. Can they find a way to help each other?

What a great story! I am a huge fan of Sophie Kinsella and have read all of her books. This one fits right into her mold, telling the story of Sasha, who is burned out from her job, and Finn, also on a sabbatical from his job. They find out that they knew each other as kids and a little bit of a mystery unfolds about an event that happened when they were kids. The story is funny, heartwarming, and kept me reading. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my opinion.

This book is delightful. I love Sophie Kinsella for how relatable she makes her characters. Sasha, in the Burnout, is the most relatable yet. I think many mom's and working women will relate. Finn is a burnt out man who is just as fed up. Cue the enemies to lovers trope but this book is more than that. I actually found it thought provoking and extremely relatable. I'd love to give 5 stars but I did feel at a couple points it drug on. It was delightful though.

A refreshing read that I thoroughly enjoyed! I absolutely adore the author's humor, which is equal parts hilarious and relatable. The story is set in a charming seaside town, albeit the middle of winter, but still transports you to the beautiful seaside town that the majority of the story is set in. Overall, such a cute romance and light read.

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC, all opinions are my own.

Sophie Kinsella’s books are the ultimate in summer reads. She’s always been a must read every time she puts out a book.

This one was no different. It has all the sweetness and humor as all her other ones. I could really relate to Sasha and her life. The sneaking food into the lodge killed me, that’s exactly what I would do! She came off as real, but a bit of a pushover when it came to saying no. I got her as a person and felt for her.

Finn is a typical Kinsella guy, gruff and off putting when they first meet, but turns into the sweetheart Sasha deserves. I liked him from the get go. Noisy toddlers bug me too.

This story is bursting with fantastic side characters! Please give me a book on Herbert! I loved him!

Bottom line, very Sophie Kinsella, very funny, but the three stars is from the horribly rushed ending. Maybe she’s in a hurry to start that Herbert book. I recommend this one.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I had high hopes for this book, but then I lost interest. Didn't really care for the characters either. ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.

This book is a great representation of why I love her writing so much. This book has some laugh out loud moments, a beautiful heartwarming, romance and great mental health awareness.

From the start of this book I found myself audibly laughing out loud and I couldn't help it. That happened throughout this book and I loved it. It's very rare that a book is funny enough that you actually left out loud, but this one definitely is.

It was really unique the perspective this book was written from being too adults who have reached burnout in their life and are seeking the comfort and solace of childhood happiness. Finding it not only in this place but in each other as well.

Sasha and Finn are too delightful characters to read about and I loved that they were both fully developed and felt very completed. All in all, this was a very enjoyable book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Sasha is burned out. She works for a travel app and is tired of all the emails and ridiculous programs she is supposed to do. In a fit of rage, she tries to become a nun but even they won’t have her. She runs down the street and crashes into a brick wall. Now she is on a wellness break, going to a seaside hotel she visited every year with her family. She runs into Finn on the train who is grumpy and rude. Much to her dismay she finds he is also staying in the same hotel with anger issues he needs to resolve. Sasha and Finn yell at each other a lot but before long they realize they both came to the hotel surfing under Terry’s instruction. It is not long before memories bind them together. I loved this book. There is a lot of humor as Sasha and Finn try to dislike each other. The hotel is run down and lacks amenities which contribute to the fun. Great characters and wonderful story.

My love for Sophie Kinsella runs deep and goes way back. I have read all of the Shopaholic books, Undomestic Goddess (I was probably too young to read that one when I did), and Can You Keep A Secret.
When I received the ARC for her newest novel The Burnout, I squealed in delight and that same feeling kept bubbling up while reading it.

The Burnout follows Sasha on her burnout journey, when she decides she’d much rather join a nunnery than continuing work for her current employer. She finds herself at a beach resort during the off-season with only a handful of different people, one that just so happens to be another person dealing with burnout. That he is tall, dark, and handsome, but also seemingly a big pain in her butt, is just another thing Sasha has to deal with.
Memories of years past spent on the beach and trying to get a handle of her burnout keep her busy, but so is Finn, the other guest.

I laughed out loud, smiled my whole way through the novel and may or may not have shed a tear or two. Sasha’s story was way too relatable, working a full-time job, keeping kids and husband alive and happy, there usually is not much time to enjoy some alone-time. It is so necessary to recharge though! You can’t pour out of an empty cup, advice that I more often than not need myself.

The Burnout is a great story, reminding me once again why Sophie Kinsella is one of my favourites. She writes characters with wit, charm, and heart, how could anyone resist that?

Thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC of this fantastic read!

Sophie Kinsella is one of the queens of romance novels. She doesn't disappoint her fans with another tale of mishaps and chaos meets love.

If you're a Sophie Kinsella fan then this is for you! This is a feel good novel that will make you want to change your life for the better. I could relate (as can many) to the idea of burnout and the author tackles this concept in a funny and endearing way. As Sasha finds herself (and her love interest) you'll fall in love with the entire cast of characters. Terry and Herbert were two of my personal favorites.

This book is an awesome feel good read that will remind everyone to take a step back and find what's important in life.

Let me preface this by saying I am a huge Sophie Kinsella fan. I have read all of her books and this may be one of my favorites. I feel like most adults have experienced burnout at some point in our lives. The scene of how she deals with it was hilarious. At first, when Sasha arrived at the hotel and couldn’t seem to communicate her preferences, it was frustrating. You want to take her by the shoulders and say, "Just be honest with them!" However, the pace of her growth was perfect. It started through a series of mishaps but evolved into more of a trial and error as we watched (read) her become who she is and who she wanted to be. She was easy to root for. The supporting characters were so much fun. I would absolutely want to stay at the Rilston - wood covered windows, woodland creature bathrooms, and all. The “enemies to lovers” was the right speed and the catalyst for them being apart was so accurate and so real and well, mature. I love this book because I never had to suspend belief or become overly frustrated at the characters decisions or plot points. Thank goodness the drama was saved for Adrian and Hayley (not a spoiler). And Terry? How bittersweet but he had a message for everyone really, enjoy the ride. I loved his character and all he and his story added to the book. Overall, it’s just a fantastic read. This is escapism and entertainment and a good, well-written story all in one. I highly recommend for fans of Sophie Kinsella and anyone who wants a light, fun, enjoyable read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC!

I hadn’t read a Sophie Kinsella book since the shopaholic series. This is the story of two characters experiencing work related burnout- something many people will identify with- and meet while trying to “relax” at a quirky hotel at the beach. The atmosphere of the hotel is absolutely delightful and the tertiary characters that work there are hilarious. My main takeaway from this book was that I forgot how FUNNY Kinsella’s writing is- she makes the awkward interactions and physical comedy in her books come to life. I loved both main characters, though they did unravel a bit towards the end. However, this book fell apart for me a bit plot wise- it just seemed sort of hurried and I definitely have questions about its resolution. There is the introduction of a subplot that sort of ends up taking over, and it feels a bit forced. Overall, I enjoyed it, but I wished the ending was a bit less convoluted. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the e-arc.

“I’m enjoying life, I think as I take my coffee. I’m enjoying the ride. And that’s all you can ask.”
Wow, I loved this! “The Burnout” puts the comedy back into the romantic comedy genre. I laughed out loud while reading this one. As a young woman in the corporate world, this story was so cathartic! Sophie Kinsella always does a wonderful job of merging relatable depth, light-hearted humor, and swoon-worthy romance. I’ll be cherishing this story for awhile to come!

Thank you Sophie Kinsella, Random House Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC.

Received an ARC from Netgalley for an honest opinion.
Quite honestly, Sophie Kinsella never disappoints me! This book was no exception. I absolutely enjoyed the entire thing, and laughed out loud several times. I always think that this is going to be my favorite book of hers, but then she writes another one!

“The Burnout” was my first time reading anything by Sophie Kinsella. I was interested in giving this one a try after reading the description. Anyone who has ever felt undue stress at work, or in life in general, can sympathize with what Sasha is going through in this novel. I knew there would be a love interest, and as this is in the romance genre, I think I expected something from this story that the author didn’t quite deliver.

I enjoyed the first bit of the book, and then found that, for me, the story lost some appeal around 40% of the way through, and did not pick back up until the last quarter of the story or so. That is a large chunk of time to struggle through. I did enjoy the zany characters working at the run-down hotel Sasha stayed at, the old bellhop in particular. I thought they were very well-written and added a lot of interest to Sasha’s time in Rilston. Terry’s storyline was at once heartbreaking and uplifting, but the romance between Sasha and Finn, and the mysterious beach messages that initially brought them together, felt really flat to me. I did appreciate the author’s attempts for Sasha to balance what she had come to the resort for with her budding feelings for Finn, but I did not find his character very likable and wasn’t sure why Sasha would be so drawn to someone who was obviously keeping big secrets and refusing to let her in. That sunk the romance angle for me. especially when he still glossed over his former relationship when she finally brought it up. I am not a huge romance reader, but I do dabble, and unfortunately “The Burnout”' missed the mark for me.

I’ve always enjoyed Sophie Kinsella books so was excited to see she has a new one coming out. This was a sweet romcom that focused on very relatable topics like work burnout and figuring out yourself.
Sasha and Finn are both "burned out" from their jobs and meet up while taking a break at the Rilston, a resort where their parents used to take them when they were kids. They get to know each other and compare memories of their summers there, and of a particular harrowing event that happened.

Thank you NetGalley for my ARC.

This is the perfect rom com book.
It’s light, funny and clever. I really enjoyed reading it.
I suggest reading this after a tough day with a glass of wine and just enjoy.

Sasha has had it with her job. She is so stressed out that it has physically and mentally immobilizes her. Her other makes reservations for her daughter to go “ off season” to an inn the family visited every summer when she was a kid. Lots of good memories. What could go wrong?! Ugh…. What’s this guy doing here?????
Enjoy!