An exploration of anxiety and its remedies, this book follows Daisy Buchanan's journey from childhood worry to adult struggles with General Anxiety Disorder. Turning to food, alcohol, and shopping offered fleeting relief, but she found true solace in reading. Buchanan shares how literature has helped her reclaim confidence, navigate sexuality, and achieve inner peace. Combining personal anecdotes with insights from beloved characters and expert advice, this guide encourages readers to harness the transformative power of books to cultivate healthier habits and emotional well-being.
'What a read!' MARIAN KEYES'Deeply moving and very funny...I loved it' LOUISE
O'NEILL'The funniest book you'll read this year' LAUREN BRAVOKatherine lives
by the rules, ticks all the boxes and prepares for the worst, even while she
hopes for the best.Then the worst actually happens and, as she tries to
navigate life as a young widow, it turns out she was not prepared at
all.Nothing scares Katherine more than stopping, but everyone insists she
needs to take some time for herself. Head to a wellness retreat, they said.
Enjoy some me-time, they said...Except this retreat isn't the pity party she
was hoping for. Instead of massages, she has erotic meditation, and instead of
spa treatments she has scream therapy.Katherine has never lost control in her
life. In fact, she's fairly certain that if she starts screaming she might
never stop.But she's about to let go, and everyone had better stand
back...Hilarious, heartbreaking and honest, this is a story about learning how
to stop playing it safe in a world that feels so dangerous - and showing up to
the party, even when it feels impossible.'Thought-provoking, charming,
cathartic and hilariously vivid' SARAH KNIGHT'Pity Party is perfection'
LINDSEY KELK'Unbelievably good' LUCY VINE 'I laughed, I cried, I screamed, I
devoured every page... a laugh-out-loud balm' NIKKI MAY'Daisy Buchanan makes
me laugh out loud' KATHERINE HEINY'Wonderfully funny. Her best book yet' NINA
STIBBE'Crackling with energy, humour, warmth, and quirk' JENNY MUSTARD'Every
line in this book is a wonder' CAROLINE CORCORAN'Moving, funny and wise all at
once' KATE RIORDAN'Smart, sexy, and will grab hold of your heart' JADE
BEER'Nobody writes about the messiness of life like Daisy' JULIE OWEN
MOYLAN'Gloriously readable...I tore through it!' MARINA O'LOUGHLIN'Original,
moving and totally addictive' ROXY BOURDILLON
Frankie has a love-hate relationship with the spotlight. She secretly craves attention, but she is ashamed of that craving. And after a lifetime of comparison to her perfect sister Bean, she has never felt more invisible. She only ever feels seen when she uploads risque photos to her small community of online fans. She creates a new her: confident, sexy, unforgettable, and utterly unrecognisable from the real Frankie.Then the worst happens. Bean is diagnosed with cancer. While Frankie wants to fill the freezer with home cooked food, her mother decides she knows better and somehow launches a nationwide cancer fundraiser, with Frankie as the supportive-sister-spokesmodel. And with a delicious sense of inevitability, her account is found. Now everyone has their eyes on Frankie. With her mum and sister no longer speaking to her, Frankie flounders in her newfound notoriety. Feminists and misogynists rage at her online, while she attracts hundreds of new subscribers. Whether they're demanding apologies or expecting an empowering call to arms, everyone wants Frankie to explain herself. But how can she explain what she barely understands?Limelight is a story about sisterhood, sexuality, and self-esteem. It's about how we cope with living in a world which constantly tells us who we are. What happens when we stop listening and start paying attention to who we need to become?
Exploring the exhausting push-pull of pursuing a career you love but that doesn't reciprocate, this book captures the zeitgeist as many question their professional paths. Imogen, after countless internships, finds herself disillusioned and struggling to make ends meet while writing a blog alongside double shifts at a pub. Enter Harri, who is transitioning from Panache magazine to launch a fierce feminist site, The Know. She believes Imogen's outrageous sexual content will attract clicks, but both women share a hidden connection: Harri, at the end of her career, has also been betrayed by the industry she devoted herself to. Will she recognize her exploitation before Imogen realizes that not everything is easily replicated? Can they reconcile their passion for work with the reality that it may never love them back? This hilarious and honest narrative examines the often toxic relationship women have with their dream jobs. With brilliant characters and relatable chaos, it resonates with anyone who has felt their job drain their spirit. The book is a perceptive, funny, and inspiring exploration of modern womanhood, making it a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of their career.
The most talked-about book of the year is described as "filthy" yet "funny," captivating readers with its exploration of female desire. It tells the story of Violet, who finds herself in a dead-end job, heartbroken, and estranged from her best friend. Yearning for a better life, she jumps at the chance to join Lottie’s exciting start-up, only to discover that Lottie and her husband Simon are inviting her into their lavish lives as well. Drawn in by their glamorous lifestyle and Friday-night parties, Violet grapples with whether this is truly the fulfillment she seeks or merely an escape from her past.
The narrative is a poignant mix of humor and vulnerability, addressing themes of loneliness, longing, and the complexities of modern womanhood. Critics praise its dark humor, sharp intelligence, and the raw portrayal of female desire. The writing is described as addictive and insightful, capturing the chaotic nature of young women’s lives today. With comparisons to beloved works like "Bridget Jones's Diary," this debut novel is celebrated for its relatable characters and astute social observations. It’s a story that resonates deeply, leaving readers reflecting long after the final page.
