The Night Shift
By (Author) Nancy Peach
HarperCollins Publishers
One More Chapter
28th January 2026
11th September 2025
United Kingdom
General
Fiction
Contemporary lifestyle fiction
Paperback
416
Width 129mm, Height 198mm, Spine 26mm
280g
"Delightfully funny, smart and sexy, this slow-burn romance features two fantastic lead characters and a lot of chemistry. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face!" Jane Costello
Hearts are set to race on the night shift before Christmas
Violet Winters is starting her first week of nights and she is petrified. Shes a straight-A student, but practising medicine on real people is another matter entirely. Seems like being a straight-talker can get you in hot water when it comes to patient care With no one special to spend Christmas with, she signs herself up for the holiday night shift. How much damage could she possibly do
Dr Gus Jovic, on the other hand, is universally popular, famously unflappable in a crisis and appears to charm patients with ease. But Violet can't help but wonder how come Mr Perfect is avoiding a Christmas at home too
Tropes:
'The Night Shift could almost be Beth OLeary and Ali Hazelwoods love child, except its pure Nancy Peach pedigree. Witty, clever and heartfelt, her writing absolutely drew me in and this is one of my favourite reads this year.' Julie Caplin
'Remember Dr Dreamy Well, Hello Dr Gus Jovic. If you were ever a fan of Greys Anatomy or ER and the Britishness of Green Wing, then this is a must. Peach is sharp in her observations, smart in her insights, and this new story is just what the doctor ordered'
'If Greys Anatomy, The Pitt, ER, and Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez had a baby, it would be The Night Shift. And honestly That baby would be charming, chaotic, heartwarming, and a little bit neurospicy (in the best way).If you love smart, quirky rom coms with big heart and even bigger personalities, this is the book for you'
Absolutely loved it! Especially being a nurse, I felt right at home observing the romance between Gus and Violet. It had me laughing out loud, kicking my feet with joy and holding back tears'
'Im not typically drawn to books with a hospital setting (too squeamish!), but I absolutely loved it. The romance was beautifully done'
'There was something absolutely captivating about reading a book from a neurodivergent perspective. This novel makes me wanna read more by the author!'
'Working in a non-clinical position within the NHS, I found The Night Shift to be a genuinely touching and uplifting read that shines a light on the emotional realities faced by healthcare professionals'
What an absolutely brilliant story. Nancy Peach gives us so much more than a romance; she paints a vivid portrait of the people behind the scrubs and the system they navigate daily'
'Smart, tender and funny, The Night Shift is a total delight from start to finish. Nancy Peach has a gift for capturing the chaos and charm of real life, and Id happily sign up for a night shift or ten with Dr. Gus! Kate Galloway, author of Wild Swimming
'A sweet, sexy, and sincere romance with refreshing neurodiversity representation. The perfect tapestry of heart-wrenching emotion woven with heartwarming moments. Loved it.' Zoe Allison, author of The Wedding Engagement
'The Night Shift is brimming with sexual chemistry and top-notch banter. A sparkling, slow-burn romance that will charm your socks off! I loved it!' Emma Rae, author of Love Game
Praise for The Night Shift:
'The Night Shift is a funny, witty and charming romance. I relished the banter between the characters and I giggled my way through the whole book.'
Fresh, funny, romantic and completely original. I inhaled this book! Nicola Gill, author of Swimming for Beginners
'Original characters, compelling plot, plenty of humour and heart. Just what the doctor ordered!' Gillian Harvey, author of Midnight in Paris
'A great beach read for romance lovers this summer' Faye Brann, author of Kiss, Marry, Murder
Nancy Peach has a way of writing characters you know from the first page. I loved following Gus and Violets story. Its romantic, funny and a story with a big heart. I loved it! Olivia Beirne, bestselling author of The List That Changed My Life
'When Ms Socially Awkward meets Mr Dreamy sparks fly in this warm and hilarious romance that kept me up all night reading. It should be available on prescription. Loved it!' Donna Ashcroft, bestselling author of Summer in the Scottish Highlands
Nancy Peach is a writer of commercial womens fiction, a mother of three, an owner of various ridiculous-looking pets, and a practicing doctor working for the NHS.
Nancy has been longlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize, nominated for the Joan Hessayon Award, and shortlisted for the Harper Collins / Gransnet competition.
She is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and is represented by Katie Fulford at Bell-Lomax-Moreton.