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The Long Weekend
Romance finalist for Kobo’s 2019 Emerging Writer Prize
Spend some time in the enchanting small town of Frelighsburg in Mimi Flood's captivating debut novel, The Long Weekend.
When a funeral draws Ellie Williams back to her sleepy hometown, she finds herself face to face with her old crush, Devon, reigniting dormant desires and stirring up complicated emotions.
As their lives intertwine once again, Ellie and Devon embark on a weekend that defies their expectations. What starts as a brief fling turns into a journey of passion and self-discovery unlike anything Ellie has ever experienced.
The Long Weekend is a sizzling contemporary romance that explores the complexities of small-town dynamics, lost connections, and the magnetic pull between the boy next door and the city girl who thought she had moved on.
Lose yourself in this quick-read romance that will leave you craving more of Mimi Flood's enthralling storytelling.
Spend some time in the enchanting small town of Frelighsburg in Mimi Flood's captivating debut novel, The Long Weekend.
When a funeral draws Ellie Williams back to her sleepy hometown, she finds herself face to face with her old crush, Devon, reigniting dormant desires and stirring up complicated emotions.
As their lives intertwine once again, Ellie and Devon embark on a weekend that defies their expectations. What starts as a brief fling turns into a journey of passion and self-discovery unlike anything Ellie has ever experienced.
The Long Weekend is a sizzling contemporary romance that explores the complexities of small-town dynamics, lost connections, and the magnetic pull between the boy next door and the city girl who thought she had moved on.
Lose yourself in this quick-read romance that will leave you craving more of Mimi Flood's enthralling storytelling.
191 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2020
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About the author
Mimi Flood
13 books70 followersAuthor of The Long Weekend, The Way It Was, One Night with Frankie, Before You, With Reservations, Without Hesitations, Verses of Us, Roomies, Swept Away, In Too Deep
Mimi Flood writes sizzling romances packed with heart, heat, and just the right amount of angst. A lifelong lover of movies, screenwriting, and happily-ever-afters, her stories will make you laugh, cry, and swoon (sometimes all at once).
Aside from writing, Mimi is also a bad-mom, an alright wife, a die-hard Supernatural and Friends fan, and an unapologetic apple pie connoisseur. Her debut novel, The Long Weekend—a contemporary small-town romance set in her beloved Quebec—was a 2019 Kobo Emerging Writer Prize finalist.
Mimi currently calls Montreal home, where she’s probably plotting her next book over a cup of coffee or a glass of pinot grigio.
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Mimi Flood writes sizzling romances packed with heart, heat, and just the right amount of angst. A lifelong lover of movies, screenwriting, and happily-ever-afters, her stories will make you laugh, cry, and swoon (sometimes all at once).
Aside from writing, Mimi is also a bad-mom, an alright wife, a die-hard Supernatural and Friends fan, and an unapologetic apple pie connoisseur. Her debut novel, The Long Weekend—a contemporary small-town romance set in her beloved Quebec—was a 2019 Kobo Emerging Writer Prize finalist.
Mimi currently calls Montreal home, where she’s probably plotting her next book over a cup of coffee or a glass of pinot grigio.
Dive into her worlds at mimiflood.ca or follow her adventures @mimifloodauthor.
Newsletter signup: https://mimi-flood.sender.site/
https://www.facebook.com/MimiFloodAuthor
https://www.instagram.com/MimiFloodAu...
https://www.bookbub.com/authors/mimi-...
http://www.amazon.com/author/mimiflood
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May 10, 2025
Excerpt:
My kayak slowed down as it approached the shore of the Barrett home, snapping me out of my daydream. I started to paddle away when a flicker of something in the top window caught my eye.
The sun had started to set, and the glare forced me to squint in order to see properly. I didn’t know why I was looking—I probably seemed like a peeping tom—but something kept me from looking away. Once my eyes adjusted, as if deciphering a hidden object in a 3D painting, I gasped.
A man, with a toned and chiselled body, was standing at the window completely naked for the whole world to see. A part of me knew I should row away, but instead, I found myself frozen, watching, using my oar to keep me steady. I couldn’t deny that his body was hard not to look at. A feeling of familiarity came over me and my mind immediately flashed to Devon and his body.
Could that be him?
My kayak slowed down as it approached the shore of the Barrett home, snapping me out of my daydream. I started to paddle away when a flicker of something in the top window caught my eye.
The sun had started to set, and the glare forced me to squint in order to see properly. I didn’t know why I was looking—I probably seemed like a peeping tom—but something kept me from looking away. Once my eyes adjusted, as if deciphering a hidden object in a 3D painting, I gasped.
A man, with a toned and chiselled body, was standing at the window completely naked for the whole world to see. A part of me knew I should row away, but instead, I found myself frozen, watching, using my oar to keep me steady. I couldn’t deny that his body was hard not to look at. A feeling of familiarity came over me and my mind immediately flashed to Devon and his body.
Could that be him?
December 17, 2018
Flood's debut novel is a real page turner. It's romantic, sexy and at times a frustrating journey that is well worth the read. I felt myself wanting to give advice to the main character throughout the story. Luckily, she ended up finding her own happy ending that left me satisfied.
February 24, 2022
I loved this one! I love stories where a hero or heroine returns to their hometown and bumps into their old crush, hell, I've written my own one of those! And I was loving this one.
Ellie is returning home for the weekend for her grandmother's funeral and bumps into dreamy Devon in the most delightful way...🤭
She's working through some pain, and confusion about life and her future. Devon is super caring, he listens and gives her advice when needed and puts her first.
It's single POV, I usually love a dual but it was written so well that I was able to feel what Devon was feeling and loved the last chapter 🥰
The story was lovely and the steam, as always with Mimi, was fabulous!
Have you read this Romance Nominee for Kobo's 2019 Emerging Writer Prize?
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Thank you to the author for providing me with a copy of this book.
Ellie is returning home for the weekend for her grandmother's funeral and bumps into dreamy Devon in the most delightful way...🤭
She's working through some pain, and confusion about life and her future. Devon is super caring, he listens and gives her advice when needed and puts her first.
It's single POV, I usually love a dual but it was written so well that I was able to feel what Devon was feeling and loved the last chapter 🥰
The story was lovely and the steam, as always with Mimi, was fabulous!
Have you read this Romance Nominee for Kobo's 2019 Emerging Writer Prize?
Story ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Steam 🔥🔥🔥
Thank you to the author for providing me with a copy of this book.
November 23, 2020
Oh, man. This book brings all the pleasure and pain.
Imagine coming back home and running into your high school crush. Imagine you are a woman in flux, in pain, who really just needs to be seen. Imagine that, over a long and emotional weekend, that boy who's now a man sees you. Helps heal you. Helps you see yourself.
That's this book. Another fabulous contemporary romance by a very talented Canadian author!
Imagine coming back home and running into your high school crush. Imagine you are a woman in flux, in pain, who really just needs to be seen. Imagine that, over a long and emotional weekend, that boy who's now a man sees you. Helps heal you. Helps you see yourself.
That's this book. Another fabulous contemporary romance by a very talented Canadian author!
October 31, 2018
Such a tug of war of want! This is such an elegant story that tugged on my heart strings. I didn't want it to end, but I couldn't put it down!
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January 16, 2019
This was a fantastic read! I loved the story and Elizabeth's character. Looking forward to Mimi's next book!
March 10, 2019
Predictable...
March 1, 2019
"The Long Weekend" is definitely a romance that keeps you guessing - especially regarding the main character's next course of action! Elizabeth is an insecure yet bold main character whose vacillation regarding both her family obligations and love life reflects the flawed reasoning of many in real-life, thus making her quite relatable. My favorite aspects had to be the relationship of both Elizabeth and her love interest with Elizabeth's grandmother. Two main characters courting each other while sharing a mentor is not something I've seen often, and it's a dynamic I really enjoyed! I look forward to seeing more romance works from Flood.
April 30, 2020
Romance is not my genre of choice but I purchased this book after making a personal connection with the author on Twitter. This is a strong, well written debut and romance lovers will be left satisfied.
March 9, 2019
Loved how this book was filled with passion and the trials and tribulations one goes through when in love!
Who can't help fall for the handsome Devon; he's the total package.
Highly recommend, The Long Weekend will not disappoint!!
Who can't help fall for the handsome Devon; he's the total package.
Highly recommend, The Long Weekend will not disappoint!!
May 11, 2019
First line: "It was a particularly rainy and chilly April evening."
A sweet story but suffered from its short page count.
A sweet story but suffered from its short page count.
June 8, 2023
Ellie Williams left Frelighsburg the second she could for life in a big city. When her grandmother passes away suddenly, Ellie packs her car and returns to her sleepy hometown for a few days. The last person she expected to reconnect with was her high school crush, Devon who also turns out to be her neighbor. In just a few short days, their connection grows the more time they spend together.
The Long Weekend was the first book I read by Mimi and I absolutely loved it; so much so, that I just reread it. It made me just as giddy as it did the first time around. The single POV works so well for this story as there is more to this story than romance. Ellie and Devon were made for each other, it was all so genuine, heartwarming, and steamy while also being romantic and sweet. I loved the small town settling with the summer vibes and how Mimi handled the typical drama as well as the family conflicts. Second time around and I adored every moment of this love story.
The Long Weekend was the first book I read by Mimi and I absolutely loved it; so much so, that I just reread it. It made me just as giddy as it did the first time around. The single POV works so well for this story as there is more to this story than romance. Ellie and Devon were made for each other, it was all so genuine, heartwarming, and steamy while also being romantic and sweet. I loved the small town settling with the summer vibes and how Mimi handled the typical drama as well as the family conflicts. Second time around and I adored every moment of this love story.
August 21, 2019
I enjoyed this debut from Mimi Flood. The setting was brought to life in an enchanting way, and I could almost smell the apples in the orchard. I found the heroine difficult to relate to at times. I was glad that Devon was able to wiggle his way into her heart and help her to realize she's worthy of love. I would have liked to have seen more of a resolution with her mother, but overall it was a satisfying ending.
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