The Trouble with Sister Francis: A New Novel by Matt Coyne

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of FRANK AND RED comes THE TROUBLE WITH SISTER FRANCIS, a funny, heartwarming, and heartbreaking story set against early 1980s Britain. This novel explores themes of unlikely heroes, quiet rebellions, fierce loyalty, and unexpected hope.

Meet Sister Francis: an unlikely nun who is sixty, sweary, drives like a lunatic, and smokes heavily. She runs the crumbling, forgotten Blessed Assumption Boys Club. Richie, Bennett, Kenny, and Stan are four best friends from the Whittle council estate who find themselves in the company of the most remarkable person they will ever meet after a run-in with local bullies. At the center of their story lies a long-forgotten journal that might just change everything.

Key Features & Highlights

• A hilarious and heartwarming new novel from the author of FRANK AND RED.
• Features unforgettable characters including the brilliant Sister Francis and four likeable young friends.
• Set in early 1980s Britain, capturing a time before social media dominated life.
• A story that evokes laughter, tears, cheering, gasping, and swearing.

Specifications

• Author: Matt Coyne
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 448 pages
• Publication Date: August 27, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1035425068
• ISBN-13: 978-1035425068
• Dimensions: 156 x 240 x 20mm
• Weight: 788g

Discover this highly anticipated novel praised by early readers as "a little piece of magic" and a potential bestseller.