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Heartburn
Book • 1983
Heartburn is an autobiographical novel by Nora Ephron, inspired by her marriage to and divorce from Carl Bernstein.
The story follows Rachel Samstat, a food writer, who at seven months pregnant discovers her husband Mark Feldman's affair with Thelma Rice.
The novel vividly depicts the breakdown of their marriage, interspersed with recipes and anecdotes that humanize the characters.
It explores themes of love, betrayal, and revenge, all presented with Ephron's characteristic wit and humor.
The story follows Rachel Samstat, a food writer, who at seven months pregnant discovers her husband Mark Feldman's affair with Thelma Rice.
The novel vividly depicts the breakdown of their marriage, interspersed with recipes and anecdotes that humanize the characters.
It explores themes of love, betrayal, and revenge, all presented with Ephron's characteristic wit and humor.
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Recommended by Bernice Harrison for its humor and relatable portrayal of overcoming life's challenges.
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Mentioned by Scaachi Koul while discussing the structure of her book and comparing it to Ephron's work.
Scaachi Koul and Haley Mlotek are ready to talk about divorce
