If you read one book this year, make it this hilarious and emotional novel about love, loss and second chances. Fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, The Note and Jojo Moyes will be utterly charmed by this unique love story.
One day in London…
Daisy is rushing to work when a stranger on a bicycle almost knocks her over – and then asks for her number.
Dylan, a teenage boy, lives with an illness which means he can’t leave his bedroom – but which hasn’t stopped him from falling hopelessly in love.
JoJo, a wife in her sixties, is trying desperately to win her beloved husband back from his mistress.
Adam has recently lost his job and lies to his housemate about where he goes every day.
These four total strangers – whose paths cross in the charming city of London – have one thing in common. They are all lonely souls looking for love. But what are the chances of them actually finding it?
An absolutely unputdownable, uplifting and unforgettable book-club read for anyone who has ever made a mistake, been broken-hearted, or waited by their phone for it to ring.
The Shape of Us is a clever book where four, seemingly separate, story-lines are introduced with characters of varying ages and demeanor are introduced but finally intertwine and tell a beautiful story.
Each of the story-lines have their own strong character leads, all individual and with characters that everyone can relate to. There are many traits which can be identified and I know that I found myself relating them to friends, family members and acquaintances in my own life.
There are some dark story-lines within the book however the author introduces light and shade with the individual characters. I really like JoJo, a sarcastic character who added light to the story at times where the story-line was going on a darker path.
I really enjoyed this book - it is something a bit different to read, I don't think I can remember reading anything similar in the last couple of years. Drew Davies is an author to watch going forward!
Thank you to Bookouture for inviting me to take part in the Blog Blitz in return for an honest review.
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